Posted 2016-04-22 1:28 PM Subject: 5 Star pad thickness???
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Posts: 1035 Location: TN
I want a new 5 star for my new horse but I can't decide between getting a 3/4 or 7/8? So far I have a 1/2" one that's too thin for him and a 3/4 Tod Slone that I've been using on him, so you would think I should get 3/4 but the Tod Slone seems thicker than 3/4 even though I know that's what it is since I ordered it (maybe it's because it's not as soft as a 5 star and doesn't compress down as easily, who knows).
He's in the process of putting on weight/muscle so that's another issue - he has high withers and a slight dip behind the shoulders. Don't want to get a 7/8 and need a 3/4 or visa versa. I feel like a thicker pad would help the skirt and back end of the saddle sit more flush on the pad but I worry it would be too tight on his shoulders.
5 Star pad thickness???
