RE: [RC] Sweat pattern with a Freeform SB - Karen Standefer
I had 3 FreeForms, 3 HAF pads and three
different horses. I use the HAF pad with the full Sympatex bottom (not the one
that is half fleece). I have a perfect sweat pattern on all three horses. I
have used 2 other popular name brand pads with my FreeForms and they did not do
near as well as the HAF with the full Sympatex bottom. Also, I find that
configuration is much cooler than the other pads I’ve used.
Does your HAF have the fleece bottom, red
bottom or blue bottom? Also, I’ve seen some of them that have quite a lot of
suede on the outside of the pad. Mine has very little and I believe that helps
the breathability of the pad immensely.
I’ve been using the Freeforms for over 2
years now and the HAF pads for about 15 months. It’s by far the best saddle
solution I’ve ever had for all three of my horses. Don’t even need a breast
collar anymore!
Karen
From:
ridecamp-owner@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx [mailto:ridecamp-owner@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx] On Behalf Of Aaron Turnage Sent: Friday, July 14, 2006 5:33
PM To: ridecamp@xxxxxxxxxxxxx Subject: [RC] Sweat pattern with a
Freeform SB
I'm demoing a Freeform SB right now with a HAF pad. I normally
ride in a Wintec 2000 AP with Supracor. With my Wintec + Supracor when I
remove the saddle my horses spine is always dry, regardless of how sweaty he
is. I LOVE the Supracor because of this, I can actually feel it pumping
the air when I have my hands up close to my pommel. With the Freeform and
HAF pad my horses back was completely sweaty... ??? Does this mean
the saddle is pressing on his spine? Is this normal for a treeless and/or
Freeform? Is this a problem or concern? I do know the HAF pad is
hotter than the Supracor from when I've used it with my Wintec. I LOVE my
Wintec for me but even with the extra-wide gullet it's too narrow for my
gelding and it is creating "heat spots" where my legs go from the
CAIR panels.
I'd really love to hear from other Freeform riders on this one.
Taking it out for a long hot ride tomorrow. =)
~ Crysta & Sinatra
AJandCrysta at sbcglobal.net
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