Product Review: The Vertical Saddle Pad By Ecogold
The first time I saw the latest innovative saddle pad to come out from Ecogold, it was featured on a fashion runway.
This was at the most recent American Equestrian Trade Association, an expo for horse-related brands held annually in Dallas, Texas. The sleek pad with a pop of sharp line and block color was paired with an equally modern, monochromatic technical riding shirt and breeches. The overall black-and-white look really stood out, in the best kind of way.
At AETA, Ecogold was debuting a brand new saddle pad, The Vertical, in collaboration with matching rider fashion from Armateq Apparel.
The Ecogold Vertical Saddle Pad is the perfect fusion of modern style and advanced performance. The Vertical is made of breathable memory foam and ultra-soft microfiber. It prevents chafing and irritation to the horse’s back and skin, making it ideal for sensitive horses. And with the bold stripe coloring – you’ll stand out in any ring, but for all the right reasons.
The thin, contoured shape of the pad means it improves communication between horse and rider. There’s no bulk in between. It also pairs perfectly with the Breeze half pad from Ecogold – a thin, non-slip design also known for its breathability.
The Vertical comes in dressage, jumper and cross-country saddle styles and in black, white, navy and white-tweed colors. Every option has the bold line design on the pad. This minimalist look is designed to meet the needs of contemporary riders with style and function.
The thin, contoured shape improves communication between horse and rider, while breathable materials keep your horse cool and dry.
Finish the look with a technical riding shirt from Armateq Apparel – now available in a one-stop-shop on the Ecogold website. With both short- and long-sleeve designs, there’s a lightweight, form-fitting, stylish riding shirt for training or showing for every body type and every kind of rider. The shirts come with collars and cuffs, and are appropriate for training rides at home or at shows or clinics.
You can tune into our full product review on Episode 134 of the Heels Down Happy Hour Podcast. Happy Hour listeners can take 15% off all orders at Ecogold from now until April 25 with the coupon code “happyhour.” Happy shopping. Cheers!