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SHOWJUMPING michellelang

For over two years I have been using Rydair pads for both training and competition. The saddle always fits snugly, with pressure points eliminated, movement is minimised which allows a more balanced ride. The shock absorption of the pad reduces the impact on the horse when landing after a jump, helping to reduce back and muscle soreness.

As sweat is not absorbed into the pad, it is perfect for training, as the same pad can be used on several horses with just a wipe over.

MICHELLE LANG
Australian Representative World Championships (Twice)
Finalist, World Championships, Italy 2002
March 2003

SHOW HORSES
The Rydair saddle pads are a great idea. I have been using the pad for the past 8 months, up to 10 times per day on a range of horses.

It eliminates saddle movement on the ponies, the shock absorption factor helps support the back muscles of the larger horses, and as sweat is drawn away it's more hygienic than traditional saddle cloths. I simply hose it off and it's ready to go again!

On show days and at dressage comps I use a Rydair pad under my numnah or dressage saddle cloth ensuring my saddle stays in place and my expensive numnahs last longer.

I can highly recommend the Rydair saddle pads for all round use.

GINA BECK
Wyong, NSW
March 2004

EVENTING

While spending the last three months in Queensland training with Simone Kann and Michelle Lang, I have used the Rydair Saddle Pad on a daily basis. I have had to train in the Queensland temperatures, sometimes reaching up to 40 degrees. It is believed that these temperatures will be equivalent to those that I may experience if I were selected to compete in Athens.

To this note I am releived to use the Rydair Saddle Pad on my horses, a saddle pad that is comfortable, cool, breathable, durable and very low maintenance - just hose and go.

REBEL MORROW
February 2004

EVENTING

I've been using the Rydair Anti slip saddle pads for almost 2 years. I have been so impressed with this product that I use them for all disciplines, jumping included. Rydair saddle pads are brilliant for the simple fact that there are non-slip, hardwearing and comfortable for the horse. I have found that even when clipped, horses don't suffer the typical rashes or rubs they get using traditional saddle blankets. They are both hygienic and convenient and cn be simply hosed off between uses. My Rydair saddle pads have been subject to a great deal of wear and tear and they are still going strong.

SIMONE KANN
Balmoral, Queensland
August 2003

CUTTING

I have been using the "Rydair" pads for 8 months now and have found them to be fantastic. They are light weight and soft but still very cushioning. I work 30+ horses a day and have had absolutely no horses with sore backs or withers.

The pads themselves don't move under saddle, the saddles are staying in a much better position on the horse, no slipping especially won horses that are a bit round or "rolly", this allows me to work with a looser girth.

I have found the pads very easy to clean with a quick hose down. This means I can disinfect the pads between horses eliminating the spread of fungal/bacterial type skin infections. There is no build up of hair and sweat like most traditional saddle pads that get hard and crusty after a few months of use.

I am very impressed with the "Rydair" pads and would recommend them to everyone.

AARON WHEATLEY
Aaron Wheatley Cutting Horses
Wunghnu, Victoria
May 2004

RACING

I have been using Rydair pads as packing for over a year. I find the foam density cushions impact on the horse, while the anti-slip webbing reduces saddle movement. The same pad can be used in all races, as the pad does not absorb sweat and is easily wiped clean.

COREY BROWN
Leading Sydney Jockey 2002
May 2003

PLEASURE RIDING

My staff and I have been using Rydair products for almost two years. During that time I have put over one thousand five hundred hours up on my Rydair Western Style Saddle Pad and my assistants have clocked up some five hundred hours on their Rydair English Style Saddle Pads. In 2001/2002 we weathered the hottest summer in 100 years and found that the comfort and heat dissipation qualities of Rydair Saddle Pads made them ideal for a range of activities including mustering, trail riding, learn to ride, training and trackwork. The pads have been used with English, Western and Australian Stock Saddles.

This summer we have been testing the Rydair range of gloves and are finding that they give excellent feel whilst being durable and tough. They also provide protection against our North Queensland sun, are cool to wear and look good.

You pay for what you get and Rydair products have provided the quality I need.

REG GILLEN
Manager
Laguna Whitsunday Stables
May 2003

HORSEMANSHIP CLINICS

I first tried a Rydair Saddle Pad on a young horse with a low wither, I was pleasantly surprised that the saddle movement that I had been experiencing was eliminated. The pad compressed where necessary to fit the saddle to the horse without transferring the pressure through to the horse, as there were no dry pressure spots.

The Rydair pad has since been used on horses with back or wither soreness allowing the horse to continue in work and compete successfully while the problem repairs or is eliminated.

A feature of the pad I appreciate is that the sweat does not penetrate the pad thereby protecting the saddle from the damage normally associated with sweat while at the same time reducing heat build-up under the saddle. The pads are easily maintained and cleaned by hosing.

I have been using Rydair Saddle Pads for over six months and find them a vital part of my everyday tack.

KEN MAY
Queensland
March 2004

CAMPDRAFTING

Whether it's campdrafting, mustering or just schooling a young horse you want them to be comfortable and have their mind totally on the job.

That's where the Rydair Saddle pad stands out. We have been using Rydair pads for over two years, and they are now part of our everyday gear, and the first thing we grab when saddling up. They are tough and durable but look great at the same time.

In the Queensland heat the airflow through the web helps disperses the sweat from under the pad and down the horses sides causing a cooling action which helps prevent scalding, overheating and sweat boils. As sweat is not absorbed into the material the same pad can be used on several horses.

The Rydair pad fits the saddle to the horses body shape which prevents pressure marks on the back and shoulders. The dense shock-absorbing cloth is handy when you are riding different shaped horses each day, even the quarterhorse and pony are much easier to fit and their rolling body action is reduced as the anti-slip web prevents the pad shifting.

Especially we have noticed the reduction in sore backs in our horses. Our chiropractic treatments and the amount of time that the horses are out of work has been reduced by 75%, which when you add it up is a big saving on both.

We can honestly say that our horses haven't been more happy to give their all since we have been converted to the Rydair saddle pads.

MICK & CHERYL STOREY
Mt Tarampa
December 2002

ENDURANCE

When given a 16mm Rydair saddle cloth to try, I first used it with a Wintec stock saddle on a standardbred horse being trained for Endurance. The horse was 15.2hh, heavy build, bench knees, with short pasterns, which means after riding this horse you feel and awful lot of concussion in your lower back, plus the horse gets windgalls.

I found using the Rydair cut down on the concussion I felt, and the windgalls took a lot longer to appear. The horse moved beautifully under this cloth. Considering I was VERY sceptical about this cloth, I was looking for trouble and was so very surprised. It though with the amount of sweat coming out from under it my horse would get heat related problems, so hence I did a test with the thermometer (especially using a Wintec).

Temperature tests were conducted over four days, first, second and forth days using the Rydair pad, and the third day a cotton/terry towelling saddle cloth. Temperatures were taken at point 1, under the seat of the saddle and Point 2, on the loin under the pad.

	1 Pre Ride	1 After Ride	2 After Ride
15/1/01	33.5	37.2	36.5	Rydair
16/1/01	32.8	37.8	37.6	Rydair
17/1/01	33	38	37.3	Towel
18/1/01	32.8	37.8		Rydair
5 Minutes Later		37.1	36.6	Horse Temp 37.9

This cloth was then used on a young horse under and Endurance Saddle (western saddle tree, with no padding other than sheepskin). I first used cloth saddle cloths, which for some reason irritated his back next to the wither (saddle cloths were pushed into the gullet). So I changed to a felt saddle cloth with a V cut in it over the wither, again he was irritated next to the wither on both sides (saddle fits this horse correctly). So I grabbed the Rydair, stuck it under the saddle - no irritation problems.

The excellent thing also is the ability that it can be used again straight away on a horse as the sweat is not absorbed into the cloth, and you are not sticking on a wet saddle cloth. Excellent for Endurance Riders who carry saddle cloths for after each leg.

When the Rydair pad gets dirty, you horse it down and it looks like new.

Regards,

WENDY KIERMANN
Logan Village
December 2002

CUTTING

I have been using the "Rydair" Saddle pad for some months now.

I find the "Rydair" fits on all size horses, doesn't slip, the sweat dries quickly so I can put it from one horse to another.

The pad feels nicely cushioned with the pitted textured rubber, it must be comfortable for the horses.

I think it's great.

STEVE DAVEY
Queensland
September 2003

POLOCROSSE

The RYDAIR saddlecloth to me has been the best cloth that I've ever used. I've been using Rydair pads for over three years while competing in the high demanding sports of Polocrosse and campdrafting.

I have found the Rydair to keep the horse a lot cooler under saddle due to the sweat dispersion and also it prevents the saddle from rolling or shifting.

I would recommend a RYDAIR to anyone to use from Pony Club right through to all the performance sports, as it also aids in protecting the horses back and is so easily maintained.

Robyn Cooper

Cunningham Club
Queensland
June 2004