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Customer Reviews for Equine Comfort Products Deluxe Classic Half Pad

Equine Comfort Products Deluxe Classic Half Pad

Top quality pad optimizes close contact between horse and rider. The Deluxe Classic Half Pad is 100% Australian Merino Sheepskin and helps eliminate pressure points and prevents saddle sores. The Deluxe Classic Half Pad absorbs and wicks away moisture while providing effective shock absorption. 2 rolled edge on front and back keeps pad in place.?White pad has an open channel design, which alleviates pressure on the spine for a more comfortable fit.
Average Customer Rating:
4.783 out of 5
4.8
 out of 
5
(23 Reviews) 21
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Rating breakdown 23 reviews
5 Stars
20
4 Stars
2
3 Stars
0
2 Stars
1
1 Star
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17 of 19(89%)of customers would recommend this product to a friend.
Customer Reviews for Equine Comfort Products Deluxe Classic Half Pad
Review 1 for Equine Comfort Products Deluxe Classic Half Pad
Overall Rating:
5 of 5
5 of 5

Good product for the price

May 10, 2013
ByEhole27
fromCincinnati
I have used this product for:1-3 months
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Eventing
Competitor:Rated
Quality:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Value:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Durability:
4 of 5
4 of 5
"I was skeptical of buying a sheepskin half-pad for a cheaper price compare to fleece works or mattes but I really like this pad. It's nice sheepskin and fits my prestige Meredith jumper saddle (17") perfectly. I have a matrix half pad for dressage but I've used this under my dressage saddle and it works just as well. Very pleased with this product. ***does not say in description but it does have a spine cutout"
Review 2 for Equine Comfort Products Deluxe Classic Half Pad
Overall Rating:
5 of 5
5 of 5

Great Pad

April 9, 2013
ByHeids
fromHouston, TX
I have used this product for:less than a month
Expertise:Novice
Riding Style:Hunter/Jumper
Competitor:Local/Open
"I bought a half pad for the same price from a local store. This one is 10x better quality! I am very happy with it, as I do not like the ultra fuzzy pads and think they are too bulky. This pad gives just enough padding without the bulk!"
Review 3 for Equine Comfort Products Deluxe Classic Half Pad
Overall Rating:
5 of 5
5 of 5

Just right

February 20, 2013
ByDanni0127
fromNaples, FL
I have used this product for:3-6 months
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Hunter/Jumper
Competitor:Rated
"Nice and thick half pad. Can be used with both a baby pad or a regular quilted pad. Comparable to a mattes pad but half the price. Sheep skin is very soft even after being put through the washer and dryer a few times. Love it!"
Review 4 for Equine Comfort Products Deluxe Classic Half Pad
Overall Rating:
4 of 5
4 of 5

Nice Half Pad

February 6, 2013
Byfursee
fromWestern New York
I have used this product for:1-3 months
Expertise:Expert
Riding Style:Eventing
Competitor:Local/Open
Quality:
4 of 5
4 of 5
Value:
3 of 5
3 of 5
Durability:
4 of 5
4 of 5
Fit
Runs small
Just right
Runs large
Just right
"My horse's chiropracter recommended that I get a half pad for my TB while we work to rebuild his topline after a prolonged injury. The two brands she recommened were ECP and Mattes. Based on price I went with ECP. It fits my 17.5" Stubben dressage saddle perfectly and stays in place. I've only had it for a month and it's winter (so sweating) so I haven't washed it yet, but doesn't show any signs of wear. I was compred it to the Mattes pads some of the other boarders have and it doesn't seem as thick, which is probably why it's less expense. Overall it's a nice pad and does the job I bought it for."
Review 5 for Equine Comfort Products Deluxe Classic Half Pad
Overall Rating:
5 of 5
5 of 5

As nice as the more expensive pads

January 21, 2013
ByAdultAmAL
fromAngier,NC
I have used this product for:1-3 months
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Dressage
Competitor:Rated
Quality:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Value:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Durability:
3 of 5
3 of 5
"Did not want to spend money on a mattes pad-this pad is very nice-a great value for the money-washed it in leather detergent in washer and dried it on air setting-came out perfect!!! I am happy I did not spend double for the more expensive pad"
Review 6 for Equine Comfort Products Deluxe Classic Half Pad
Overall Rating:
5 of 5
5 of 5

Excellent Half-pad

January 2, 2013
ByMGoBlue
fromMichigan
I have used this product for:3-6 months
Expertise:Expert
Riding Style:Hunter/Jumper
Competitor:Rated
Quality:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Value:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Durability:
5 of 5
5 of 5
"Very happy with this purchase. I was looking for a pad for a narrow, sensitive TB I was riding, which would not only provide cushion, but raise up the cantle of my saddle a bit. This pad did the trick. Since I use it with a baby pad underneath, it hasn't even seen the wash yet-- even after several months of summer schooling and showing. I'm not only pleased with the quality of this pad, but I'm also pleased with the improvement of my horse's performance with it. He started moving freer and more comfortably as soon as I introduced the pad."
Review 7 for Equine Comfort Products Deluxe Classic Half Pad
Overall Rating:
5 of 5
5 of 5

Perfect half pad! Great price!

November 16, 2012
BySseaHorse
fromPortland, OR
I have used this product for:less than a month
Expertise:Novice
Riding Style:Dressage
Competitor:Rated
Quality:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Value:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Durability:
5 of 5
5 of 5
"I have tried a couple half pads and saddle pads to try and find a good fit that would work for my gelding (including ThinLine, BOT, Mattes, SMx, and Matrix/Toklat). By far this is the best half pad with great quality, especially for the price!!! You cannot shim this one, so if you need that customization the Matrix or ThinLine might be a better choice, but for us this was perfect. Helped to fill out the hollows adding a layer of cushion and protection, and it sits perfectly under my 18" Amerigo Vega dressage saddle. My only complaint is it doesn't come in black!"
 
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Review 8 for Equine Comfort Products Deluxe Classic Half Pad
Overall Rating:
5 of 5
5 of 5

Wonderful!

October 16, 2012
ByTrakX
fromWashington
I have used this product for:over 5 years
Expertise:Expert
Riding Style:Eventing
Competitor:Rated
Quality:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Value:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Durability:
5 of 5
5 of 5
"I have had this pad for about 5 years, Love it!
The sizing is generous, would work fine for 18" saddles. I always wash it with Melp and it still feels like new. The cotton backing doesnt clean up perfectly, but that part isn't visible under a saddle. Very durable, thick, well made.
Comparable products: I too would compare this to a fleeceworks or Mattes. ECP makes a good product.
It is larger(the roll edges and therefore overall length), thicker pile, and in general heavier duty than the Ovation brand sheepskin half pads."
Review 9 for Equine Comfort Products Deluxe Classic Half Pad
Overall Rating:
4 of 5
4 of 5

Good sheepskin half pad

September 20, 2012
BySaronicos
fromTexas
I have used this product for:less than a month
Expertise:Expert
Riding Style:Dressage
Competitor:Rated
Quality:
4 of 5
4 of 5
Value:
4 of 5
4 of 5
Durability:
3 of 5
3 of 5
"Have only used this pad a few times so can't really say much about durability, but it appears to be a very well made pad and fits my saddle and makes it very comfortable for my horse. I also like that it looks like one of the uber expensive ones without quite breaking the bank.
Haven't washed it yet but if it doesn't shrink in COLD wash I will be even more pleased. The last half sheepskin pad I had (way cheaper) got a little bit smaller each time I washed it. :(
"
Review 10 for Equine Comfort Products Deluxe Classic Half Pad
Overall Rating:
5 of 5
5 of 5

Verry Happy With This Pad!

May 28, 2012
BySCA95
fromKansas
I have used this product for:1-3 months
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Hunter/Jumper
Quality:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Value:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Durability:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Fit
Excellent
Excellent
"A great alternative to the more expensive thinline and mattes look alike pads! Has held up very well with being used about once or twice a day for the past few months. One of my friends says she likes it better than her mattes and thinline pads. It has plenty of room for my 16.5" inch saddle, you could probably fit an 18" without any issues. Overall i'm extremely happy with my purchase."
Review 11 for Equine Comfort Products Deluxe Classic Half Pad
Overall Rating:
5 of 5
5 of 5

Great Value

November 28, 2011
Bywhatahorse
fromTexas
I have used this product for:1-3 months
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Dressage
Competitor:Local/Open
Quality:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Value:
4 of 5
4 of 5
Durability:
4 of 5
4 of 5
Fit
Excellent
Excellent
"I bought this half pad for my warmblood and love the fit! The quality is great, especially for this price - alot of half pads out there that cost alot more! The pad also seems to be holding up well - I'm happy with my purchase!"
Review 12 for Equine Comfort Products Deluxe Classic Half Pad
Overall Rating:
5 of 5
5 of 5

Happy with my decision

September 21, 2011
Bytxhjgirl
fromCA
I have used this product for:less than a month
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Hunter/Jumper
Competitor:Rated
Quality:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Value:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Durability:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Fit
Excellent
Excellent
"I went back and forth on what pad to get for my horse. I have always been told ThinLine and Mattes pads are the best, but I really didn't want to throw out that much dough... But then you wonder if you'll regret not just going for the higher end pad. I finally settled on this one, and could not be happier. Nice and plush and fits my horse well. A good all around half pad to give that extra cushion to your faithful partner."
Review 13 for Equine Comfort Products Deluxe Classic Half Pad
Overall Rating:
2 of 5
2 of 5

worst purchase

November 19, 2009
ByCris
fromAL
I have used this product for:2-5 years
Expertise:Expert
Riding Style:Eventing
Competitor:Rated
Quality:
2 of 5
2 of 5
Value:
4 of 5
4 of 5
Durability:
1 of 5
1 of 5
Fit
Excellent
Excellent
"If you ride mulitple horses daily, don't bother it won't hold up. I did the instructions to wash (melp) and didn't even put it in a washer it still has fallen apart and this is my second one. I will say that for some reason my white one looks almost new and is 2 years old. go figure"
Review 14 for Equine Comfort Products Deluxe Classic Half Pad
Overall Rating:
5 of 5
5 of 5

Great half-pad for schooling

November 8, 2009
Byanimalfarm
fromRockville, MD
I have used this product for:6-12 months
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Hunter/Jumper
Competitor:Rated
Quality:
4 of 5
4 of 5
Value:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Durability:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Fit
Excellent
Excellent
"I school my horse in this pad 4-5 times a week. Even though it takes a beating, it has held up very well with a lot of use. Fits my saddle perfectly and cleans up easily in the washing machine with Leather Care detergent."
Review 15 for Equine Comfort Products Deluxe Classic Half Pad
Overall Rating:
5 of 5
5 of 5

Can't Get Enough of These!

August 15, 2009
BySLF
fromMassachusetts
I have used this product for:1-3 months
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Eventing
Competitor:Rated
Quality:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Value:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Durability:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Fit
Excellent
Excellent
"The Equine Comfort Product pads are awesome! This Deluxe Classic Half Pad adds just the right amount of padding to a saddle that fits properly. I like how the sheepskin edge extends all the way around to help hold the pad in place. These pads actually stay cleaner than you would think and are super easy to wash with MELP."
Review 16 for Equine Comfort Products Deluxe Classic Half Pad
Overall Rating:
5 of 5
5 of 5

A Great Pad

August 13, 2009
ByEHoofprint
fromFL
Expertise:Intermediate
Quality:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Value:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Durability:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Fit
Excellent
Excellent
"I love this pad. I got it because it is cheaper than other half pads and you can't tell any difference in what brand it is when you use it. Great quality and has held up well. Also, it washes really well."
Review 17 for Equine Comfort Products Deluxe Classic Half Pad
Overall Rating:
5 of 5
5 of 5

I Wouldn't Buy for Everyday

July 22, 2009
ByTommy
fromMaryland
I have used this product for:6-12 months
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Other
Competitor:Rated
Quality:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Value:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Durability:
4 of 5
4 of 5
Fit
Excellent
Excellent
"I bought this half-pad almost a year ago. I rode at least 2 horses a day for most the time I used this pad. This pad has now started to fall apart. How ever I must say I used it for about a year and rode many horses with it. I believe if you don't ride as often as I mentioned this would be a Great Pad for you. It is soft and molds to your horse, it is wonderful for Shows."
Review 18 for Equine Comfort Products Deluxe Classic Half Pad
Overall Rating:
5 of 5
5 of 5

Awesome pad at a great price!

March 22, 2008
Byjmprgirl
fromCalifornia
"I recently purchased this pad based on the reviews I read here and I am VERY happy that I did! My horse and I love it. It's well made and attractive. I find sitting my horse's canter to be easier with this pad and he no longer has any soreness in his back. I've tried gel pads and other types of theraputic pads and this has worked the best for us. It's a great pad at a great price. I highly recommend it."
Review 19 for Equine Comfort Products Deluxe Classic Half Pad
Overall Rating:
5 of 5
5 of 5

Love this!

February 13, 2008
Byeventer
fromusa
"I love this half pad. I have one of the more $$ pads and I like this one much better. I have 2 of them now and use them every day! I am in love =)"
Review 20 for Equine Comfort Products Deluxe Classic Half Pad
Overall Rating:
5 of 5
5 of 5

Great Pad

February 10, 2008
ByZenkcc
fromTyrone, pa
"I recieved this pad as a Christmas gift and it is by far my favorate half pad that I own. It is just like the more expensive Merino sheepskin pads at half the price!"
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