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Customer Reviews for English Tush Cush

English Tush Cush

The Cashel Tush Cush puts relief only where you need it, allowing you to ride comfortably for hours. The Tush Cush is made with the same closed-cell foam as the Cashel wedge saddle pads. It will not compact or bunch up like fleece seat savers nor absorb and hold heat like a gel pad will.Adjustable nylon straps hold the Tush Cush firmly in place, preventing sliding and shifting problems. One size.
Average Customer Rating:
3.882 out of 5
3.9
 out of 
5
(17 Reviews) 17
Open Ratings Snapshot
Rating breakdown 17 reviews
5 Stars
6
4 Stars
7
3 Stars
1
2 Stars
2
1 Star
1
13 of 16(81%)of customers would recommend this product to a friend.
Customer Reviews for English Tush Cush
Review 1 for English Tush Cush
Overall Rating:
5 of 5
5 of 5

Great Product

May 13, 2013
ByBarak
fromPhoenix, AZ
I have used this product for:less than a month
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Other - English
Competitor:Non-competitor
Quality:
4 of 5
4 of 5
Value:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Palatability:
5 of 5
5 of 5
"Good protection for the saddle, besides the comfort and thinness so one is not aware of it. Great for riding in the simmer heat."
Review 2 for English Tush Cush
Overall Rating:
2 of 5
2 of 5

Slip 'n Slide

March 18, 2013
ByWenda
fromCalifornia
I have used this product for:6-12 months
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Other - English
Competitor:Non-competitor
Quality:
4 of 5
4 of 5
Value:
1 of 5
1 of 5
"I bought this seat saver after reading about it on other websites. I have an firm english saddle which has smooth leather. I found the Cashel seat saver did not stay in place largely because it lacks an independent elastic piece for the saddle's seat and depends entirely on attaching at the pommel area. The Cashel is trim, comfortable and not very visible, but really doesn't do the job very well. I ended up purchasing the Supracor Stimulite Seat Savor, which is far superior, but significantly more expensive."
Review 3 for English Tush Cush
Overall Rating:
2 of 5
2 of 5

Bad design

February 5, 2013
ByRider22
fromSouth Florida
I have used this product for:less than a month
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Other - English
Competitor:Non-competitor
Quality:
2 of 5
2 of 5
Value:
2 of 5
2 of 5
"I purchased the Tush Cush to soften the seat of my wonderful 35 year old Stubben A/P saddle. It's a good idea but the design had a major problem. The photo in the product listing shows 2 flat D-rings attaching the straps to the front of the saddle. However, when I received the product, there were large snap buckles attaching the straps. I put it on the saddle but when I got on and went into two point, the buckles dug into my thighs. Not a good design, so I returned it. If you only do flat work and slow trail riding, I guess it could be OK. But if, you do any forward seat riding, I don't think you'll like it."
Review 4 for English Tush Cush
Overall Rating:
5 of 5
5 of 5

My husband is "back in the saddle"!

October 29, 2012
Byluebbert
fromCincinnati, OH
I have used this product for:1-3 months
Expertise:Beginner
Riding Style:Eventing
Competitor:Local/Open
Quality:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Value:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Palatability:
5 of 5
5 of 5
"I bought this cushion for my tall, thin, over 60ish husband, because he said that it "hurt to ride". He is now able to accompany me on trail rides. It absorbs the shock, especially at a trot. The pad is easy to attach and remove (he is using a borrowed saddle)."
Review 5 for English Tush Cush
Overall Rating:
5 of 5
5 of 5

Great Product

August 22, 2012
ByGrendella
fromNew Market, Tennessee
I have used this product for:1-3 months
Expertise:Expert
Riding Style:Other - English
Competitor:Non-competitor
"This made my uncomfortably hard saddle nice and soft to sit on. I am also using it to keep the seat protected from further cracks. It stays in place between rides and doesn't slip during my rides at all gates and transitions. Love it!!"
Review 6 for English Tush Cush
Overall Rating:
4 of 5
4 of 5

Good trail cushion

June 26, 2012
ByPaintedSporthorse
I have used this product for:1-3 months
Expertise:Expert
Riding Style:Dressage
Competitor:Rated
Quality:
4 of 5
4 of 5
Value:
4 of 5
4 of 5
"It slips too much to really work in and adds too much bulk under thigh but did cushion my seatbones. I would recommend this for a hard seated saddle if all you are going to do is go out for a relaxing ride!"
Review 7 for English Tush Cush
Overall Rating:
4 of 5
4 of 5

Big improvement!

May 29, 2012
ByMamaCass
fromNC
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:
5 of 5
5 of 5
"The cushion is great and has made a BIG difference in my comfort! The only problem is that it did not fit my dressage saddle and I had to cut straps off and sew elastic on to make it work. It doesn't slide at all and was worth the effort. It is a 5 star product except for the fit."
Review 8 for English Tush Cush
Overall Rating:
4 of 5
4 of 5

Very comfortable!

May 9, 2012
ByMamaCass
fromNC
I have used this product for:1-3 months
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Dressage
Competitor:Local/Open
Quality:
4 of 5
4 of 5
Value:
4 of 5
4 of 5
"This does not fit my 17 1/2 inch dressage saddle and I was very frustrated in the beginning. However, it is so comfortable that I was willing to make some changes to the fitting. A little elastic made a lot of difference! Now I refuse to ride without it."
Review 9 for English Tush Cush
Overall Rating:
4 of 5
4 of 5

Great for my program

May 1, 2012
ByHimmie
fromCleveland, GA
I have used this product for:1-2 years
Expertise:Expert
Riding Style:All Around
Competitor:Non-competitor
"I ordered one a few years ago to cover the seat of one of my summer camp saddles that got chewed on by a horse. It made the saddle much more comfortable and I've had no problems with it slipping, even with lots of riders getting on and off all day long. We don't do a lot of cantering or jumping, however, so I don't know if it might slip doing those things. I'm getting ready to order some more."
Review 10 for English Tush Cush
Overall Rating:
1 of 5
1 of 5

SLIDES ALL OVER THE PLACE

October 14, 2011
ByBROWNCOW
fromwa
I have used this product for:less than a month
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Hunter/Jumper
Competitor:Local/Open
Quality:
1 of 5
1 of 5
Value:
1 of 5
1 of 5
Palatability:
1 of 5
1 of 5
"Returned, the pad slides all over. My daughter has a small saddle but can't imagine it works in any size saddle. no directions but we tried every way to secure and nothing made it stay in place."
Review 11 for English Tush Cush
Overall Rating:
5 of 5
5 of 5

Love this product!

October 7, 2011
ByK9PT
fromLos Angeles, CA
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:
5 of 5
5 of 5
"This product has made my butt and back so much happier. I've been riding in a saddle that fits my horse, but is very hard on my bottom and back because the seat is as hard as a rock. I'd be sore for the next 24 hrs after riding. The Tush Cush has been a Godsend...instant relief while riding, and no more soreness afterwards!! It stays in place, and doesn't bunch up while you're riding. Great product!"
Review 12 for English Tush Cush
Overall Rating:
4 of 5
4 of 5

Good Buy

September 28, 2011
By3horses3dogs
Expertise:Intermediate
"I haven't had this that long but used it a number of times on short (hour long) trail rides, and just went for a 3hr trail ride and it really makes a difference. I am very comfortable and no longer get sore. It is really easy to put on and take off. My only suggestion would be to make it bigger, I use it on a dressage saddle and need to place it correctly to sit on it, and I am pretty small. Don't want to discourage people, I really like it and would recommend it, just different sizes would be a good idea."
Review 13 for English Tush Cush
Overall Rating:
4 of 5
4 of 5

English Tush Cush Good Choice

July 1, 2011
ByGailyBob
fromFrederick, MD
I have used this product for:less than a month
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Dressage
Competitor:Non-competitor
Quality:
4 of 5
4 of 5
Value:
4 of 5
4 of 5
"Nice quality; arrived very quickly as I was anxious to try it after a recommendation by a friend. It's on my old dressage saddle which is rather hard & uncomfortable; it makes a world of difference! Stays very securely in place - something I had worried about."
Review 14 for English Tush Cush
Overall Rating:
5 of 5
5 of 5

Very comfy

June 1, 2010
ByGPFarm
Expertise:Expert
Riding Style:Eventing
Competitor:Non-competitor
Quality:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Value:
5 of 5
5 of 5
"I bought this for my neighbor who always complains of sore seat bones every time we ride together. She was able to attach it to her saddle easily and we have been on several long rides since without a complaint from her about being sore. I would definitely recommend this product!"
Review 15 for English Tush Cush
Overall Rating:
3 of 5
3 of 5

Didn't fit my saddle

January 11, 2010
ByLusoLady
fromWashington
I have used this product for:less than a month
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Dressage
Competitor:Local/Open
Quality:
3 of 5
3 of 5
Value:
4 of 5
4 of 5
"I returned this item because the straps that hold it on the saddle seemed to have to stretch too far to fit around the flaps of my 17" dressage saddle. I was concerned that it wouldn't hold up as the loop the straps have to go through were really strained. When I sat on it it felt comfortable but I didn't actually ride in it."
Review 16 for English Tush Cush
Overall Rating:
4 of 5
4 of 5

Great for trail riding, not for ring riding

November 30, 2009
Bymerlinsmomtwh
fromNewnan, GA
I have used this product for:less than a month
Expertise:Expert
Riding Style:Hunter/Jumper
Competitor:Local/Open
Quality:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Value:
3 of 5
3 of 5
Palatability:
1 of 5
1 of 5
"Very comfortable for trail riding, however I do not reccommend it for every day riding in the arena as you will find it to be very bouncy."
Review 17 for English Tush Cush
Overall Rating:
5 of 5
5 of 5

English Tush Cush

September 12, 2007
ByMarcach
fromPlympton, MA
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
"I purchased a Tush Cush from SmartPak not long ago. I had been using fleece pads, and found they had all the problems stated in the description, along with poor attachment systems. The Tush Cush, on the other hand, sits securely with its adjustable straps and buckles, which I consider an improvement over the usual velcro-like closures. It also doesn't involve any saddle D-rings to secure it, leaving them free for other trail uses. It is easy to maintain and never feels hot when riding. An added bonus is that it tends to help me stay in correct position, adding a bit of 'stick.' With other pads I have found myself constantly adjusting to maintain a balanced seat, probably due to their constant shifting on the saddle. I highly recommend this product for anyone looking for a comfortable and more secure ride."