yes saddle pads eventually wear out as would clothes. it depends on what type saddle pad you would get that determines how fast it would wear out
Because if they dont the sadelle will be to heavy and it will hurt the horse. The saddle doesn't get any lighter because of the saddle pad, but the pad cushions the weight of the saddle and absorbs shock and moisture, making it more comfortable for the horse.
The saddle pad actually predates the saddle itself. There is no exact year, but when horses were first ridden people used cloth as a barrier between them and the horses back. These were the first saddle pads, and the precursor to the saddle.
One is round, and one is square.
Western saddle pads may be purchased at stores that deal in equestrian supplies. These stores would include places like Chick's, Western Saddle Pads, and Tack Wholesale. These places all offer the convenience of on-line shopping.
i dont wear pads i ocasionally wear a helmet and i wear that on my heade but when i have to wear pads i wear them on my elbows and ocasionaly the wrist guards but they make it harder to bertslide and that.
They wear many.... you have your basic shoulder pads, knee pads, hip pads,thigh pads tail bone pads and your cup.
For a western saddle most pads will be about the same size unless it's for a pony saddle, which will be much smaller. English saddle pads can vary significantly. Since there are different types of English saddles the pads will correspond with their individual shapes. A dressage saddle will have a dressage pad, likewise hunt seat, saddle seat (with a 3 or 4 inch cutback). Whatever the size or shape, make sure that the pad is thick enough that it protects your horse's back and that it fits right so it won't slip or rub.
Yes, a horse does need a saddle pad to protect it's back and make the saddle feel snug on the horse.
Once can purchase saddle pads from a variety of different places. These include equestrian stores and other horse riding specialists, as well as online on sites such as Amazon.
They wear pads in lacrosse because they could get hurt.
No, pads do not hurt. I wear pads and they have never ever hurt me.
A saddle.