The Best Friend Bareback Pads are our most popular bareback pads. They are contoured to fit and have a non-slip breathable material which sits on the horse’s back to keep the pad in place. The bareback pads take into consideration both the horse and riders comfort, offering riders a more natural seat.
For the rider; the Best Friend Bareback Pad improves comfort, provides a barrier against dirt and grease, as well as an easy grab handle for confidence.
For the horse; the Best Friend Bareback Pad is light and airy improving back comfort with additional wither protection. They do not have to be girthed up tightly and do not move.
The Best Friend Bareback Pad is ideal for any horse or pony including youngsters being introduced to the saddle, horses recovering from injury and those horses whose backs are not shaped for traditional saddles.
The Best Friend Bareback Pads are available in three designs – Standard, Comfort Plus and Western. They are all supplied in a range of colours and sizes and come complete with a matching girth for ultimate fit, grip and comfort.
Used by Britain’s Leading Mounted Police Officers and Emma Massingale. Ideal for everyday horse riding.
Best Friend Standard Bareback Pad 
Benefits of the Best Friend Bareback Pads:
- Breathable synthetic suede for a secure feel.
- Contoured to fit the horse’s back.
- Non-slip neoprene bottom. Breathable, does not absorb sweat and is easy to clean.
- Non-slip neoprene girth (included) with stainless steel roller buckles that adjust on both sides.
- High-density foam padding throughout.
- Additional cushioning in wither area.
- Comfortable for you and your horse
- Great for when you are trying to build wasted wither muscle
- Fantastic to use for natural horsemanship or everyday riding
- Assists in improving your seat
- Good to get used to riding in a treeless saddle – if you are considering this as an option
- Good for ‘starting’ young horses ~ getting them used to girthing up etc
- It does not have to be girthed tightly, which is much nicer for your horse
- To Clean – Brush off with a gentle brush and then wipe with a damp cloth. Can be machine washed on a gentle cold wool type wash. DO NOT tumble dry and air dry only.
Best Friend Comfort Plus Bareback Pad
The Best Friend Comfort Plus Pad has all the design elements of the Standard Pad but it also has a luxurious synthetic suede seat for added comfort for you.
Best Friend Western Bareback Pad
The Best Friend Western Bareback Pad has all the design elements of the Standard Pad but it also two convenient side pockets. One with a velcro flap closure, the other for an included water bottle. Plus additional cushioning in the wither area.
