I have been showing at the Iowa County Fair for 10 years and the Wisconsin State Fair for six years. I am excited to represent Iowa County and canât wait to see everyone at the 160th Iowa County Fair.
There are so many âcorrectiveâ pad options available nowadays, and there are a few different types that serve specific purposes very effectively. The pads we are covering in this article are most focused on protecting a horseâs back and improving saddle fit, which helps narrow the field. The three most useful are foam topped pads (ie Thinline), Sheepskin pads, and shim pads.
The first step is to locate a piece of tubing on the water supply line that is round (not dented) and has enough room around it to fit the saddle valve. 1  You do not want an area with any solder or glue that is too close to another fitting to ensure that it does not hinder the saddle.