{"product_id":"toklat-t3-orthoimpact-pad-with-shims","title":"Toklat T3 Orthoimpact Pad With Shims","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Toklat T3 Orthoimpact Pad With Shims is in great used condition. the underside has been cleaned very well, \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlack\/White\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCN: 1270\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eManufacture Description: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntroducing Toklat's T\u003csup\u003e3\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eMatrix Western Shim Saddle Pad, an innovative design using advanced technology for the comfort and protection of your horse. The shim version of this T\u003csup\u003e3\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eMatrix Western Saddle Pad has three pockets on each side of the spine, with 2 felt shims per pocket. These shims allow you to correct the fit of the saddle from front to back and side to side. Both the Impact Protection inserts and the shims can be access through a Velcro spine opening. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis pad is lined with our 1” WoolBack™ fleece lining. WoolBack is 100% natural virgin wool manufactured in the US, with a resilient dense pile that will offer excellent pressure relief.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWear Leathers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e31 x 30 can be ordered with or without wear leathers. Select \"without Wear Leathers\" if you plan to use the pad under a blanket. All other sizes come standard with wear leathers. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat are the Impact Protection Inserts for?  \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eThe impact of the saddle and the rider hitting the horse’s back can contribute to serious musculoskeletal conditions over time. Extreme Pro and Ortho-Impact offer excellent impact protection to protect your horse’s topline. Don’t wait until your horse has a problem! A saddle pad with quality impact protection can help you maintain a healthy back and prevent problems long term.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Select The Best Impact Protection Inserts For Your Horse\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eT\u003csup\u003e3\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eImpact Protection inserts are interchangeable within each style of Matrix Western pad! If your horse’s needs change over time, you can purchase the matching inserts separately. Feel confident about making the best choice for your horse at the time of purchase, knowing you can adapt your pad as needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExtreme Pro –\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e9mm XRD™ foam, perforated for breathability. The “yellow” insert is XRD, a foam engineered to absorb 90% of the energy from impact. Extreme Pro is lightweight, highly effective, and ideal for preventive care.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eBest for:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eHorses with well-developed topline muscle that should be protected; performance horses in top condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrtho-Impact\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e– the “blue\/yellow” insert is 5mm XRD™ foam bonded to ½” memory foam, perforated for breathability. XRD absorbs 90% of the energy of impact; memory foam cushions the muscles. Ortho-Impact works well for horses that need to build back muscle.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eBest for\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e: Horses with an undeveloped topline, such as young or green horses; horses that have not been ridden for a while; senior horses with a dropped topline; horses recovering from a back injury or soreness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlexForm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e– the “blue” insert is ½” memory foam. Memory foam offers cushioning, but little to no impact protection.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eBest for:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eadding a little extra cushion for very infrequent and low impact riding, such as a short ride around a pasture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Use the Shims\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShimming is a simple process used to balance the saddle when the saddle and the horse's back are not a perfect match. The shims work by filling in voids to create a level surface so that there are no pressure points. Each T\u003csup\u003e3\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eMatrix Shim Saddle Pad comes with a pair of Impact Protection inserts and 12 1\/4\" felt shims: 2 front, 2 middle and 2 rear. Strategically place the shims to balance the saddle from front to back to prevent rocking or bridging; or adjust from side to side to compensate for asymmetrical muscle development. Easily converts from built up to bridge pad,  the two most common saddle fit issues. When shimming, follow these general guidelines:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you find that the pad has an even fit from front to back and side to side with all of the shims in each pocket, remove the shims! Your horse doesn't need them at that time and they are just adding bulk. Store them in your tack room in case you need them at a later date. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHorses change shape throughout the riding season. Make sure you check the saddle fit frequently in case you need to adjust the shims as your horse becomes more conditioned.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you need to put more than 3 shims in one pocket to try to fill a void, the saddle does not fit the horse and the shims will not compensate for the degree of mismatch. Consider a different saddle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNOTE:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eshims can be moved from pocket to pocket to adjust the fit of the saddle, but the Impact Protection inserts should only be removed when cleaning the pad. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSaddle Pad Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtremely lightweight and breathable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCorrectly placed cut-out for close-contact leg position.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContoured high profile for maximum wither clearance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eErgonomic design for maximum freedom of movement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVelcro spine to access the shim pockets and Impact Protection inserts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat Impact Protection means for your horse:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA noticeably more comfortable back and rounded top line.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn overall healthier back that can build and maintain muscle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat Impact Protection means for you:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eXRD reduces rebound energy, giving you a more secure seat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eXRD also helps reduce fatigue and stress on back, knees, and ankles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eEasy Care:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eRemove all inserts and shims. If pad has wear leathers, hose off bottom of pad and line dry. If pad does not have wear leathers: machine wash, line dry, using a mild detergent. Impact Protection inserts can be hosed off or lightly wiped down with mild detergent and rinsed off. Shims can be rinsed in cold water. Dry flat. Do not dry in direct sun or with heat. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Northwest tack consignment LLC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52032832110893,"sku":"HUBJUQ-1270","price":219.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0065\/4540\/8047\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_2447f95a-16fa-4a37-bb98-de94f7d95b60.jpg?v=1777582102","url":"https:\/\/nwtackconsignment.com\/products\/toklat-t3-orthoimpact-pad-with-shims","provider":"Northwest tack consignment LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}