Fleeceworks Wither Relief Halfpad is the most versatile pad with a straight cut. It is perfect for dressage and close contact saddles. The cut-out over the withers eliminates pressure from bulk in the channel, while Fleeceworks dense "Thera-Fleece" sheepskin provides relief from pressure points - such as stirrup bars - and distributes pressure from the overall weight load. In order to take complete advantage of sheepskin's therapeutic benefits, we recommend that this pad is worn directly between horse and saddle, however, it can be used with a thin, quilted square pad underneath. The edge of the pad's entire circumference is rolled to prevent any binding material from touching the horse's sides.
The Traditional Wither Relief Halfpad is the pad that started it all
for Fleeceworks. Initially designed to present an alternative to
bulky, hard felt pads, it is the item from which all our other
technologies were derived. It still remains a favorite with many riders
because it is functional, versatile and, like all Fleeceworks
products, offers maximum protection with minimum bulk. Choose from Small (16-16 1/2") or Regular (16.5"-17").
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Pad Care: Washing: Machine wash in cold water on the gentle cycle with
Leather Therapy’s Leather Wash and Conditioning Rinse. The use of
regular detergent will cause the hide to deteriorate. Normal detergent
is alkaline based, whereas Leather Therapy is water based, and specific
for use on leather.
Dry flat in the shade. Do not dry in full sunlight or expose to a
direct heat source. The leather hide of your pad may constrict slightly
while drying. If this occurs, simply stretch the item while still damp.
Once the pad is dry, brush it out with a wire brush, stiff body
brush or mane and tail brush. This restores the loft and benefits of
the sheepskin.
** Every Day Care: Let your item dry and brush it out with a wire brush, stiff body brush or mane and tail brush.
** Spot Cleaning: Use a waterless horse shampoo to spot clean the item if needed.