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Customer Reviews for Mattes Correction Half Pad with Pockets for Shims- Dressage
Mattes Correction Half Pad with Pockets for Shims- Dressage
The Mattes Correction Pad system is ideal for horses that are either out of shape/from or returning from an injury, where incremental correction may be needed as the horse?s back and shoulders gain muscle tone. It is also good for one-sided horses or as a rear or front riser. Unique design of the Mattes Correction Pad incorporates four pockets along the spine - two front pockets and two rear pockets. Shims (12 included) fit into these pockets for a completely custom fit. You can shim the pad in one pocket, or in all four pockets, depending on the need of each particular horse. As the horse gains muscle you can eliminate the shims one by one to give him room to muscle up into the saddle. This half pad has a heavy-duty outer cotton quilt, with the patented Mattes stitching pattern. Large ? 22?? Spine
Average Customer Rating:
(10 Reviews) 6
Rating breakdown 10 reviews
5 Stars
9
4 Stars
0
3 Stars
1
2 Stars
0
1 Star
0
9 of 10(90%)of customers would recommend this product to a friend.
Customer Reviews for Mattes Correction Half Pad with Pockets for Shims- Dressage
Review 1 for Mattes Correction Half Pad with Pockets for Shims- Dressage
Overall Rating:
new not as good as old
March 9, 2013
Byridethrough
fromnew england
I have used this product for:over 5 years
Expertise:Expert
Riding Style:Dressage
Competitor:Rated
Quality:
3
of
5
Value:
2
of
5
Durability:
5
of
5
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Review 2 for Mattes Correction Half Pad with Pockets for Shims- Dressage
Overall Rating:
March 7, 2013
ByPaintLover365
fromTexas
I have used this product for:6-12 months
Expertise:Intermediate
Quality:
5
of
5
Value:
3
of
5
Durability:
4
of
5
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"The Mattes correction half pad work very well at alleviating pressure points under the saddle. i just wish they weren't so expensive!"
Review 3 for Mattes Correction Half Pad with Pockets for Shims- Dressage
Overall Rating:
Excellent purchase!
April 3, 2012
ByCentares
fromNorthford, CT
I have used this product for:1-3 months
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Dressage
Competitor:Local/Open
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"This pad helps tremendously if you have a developing horse and you aren't ready to spring for "the wonder saddle" just yet. The shims in the pad allow you to adjust your saddle fit and keep your horse comfortable."
Review 4 for Mattes Correction Half Pad with Pockets for Shims- Dressage
Overall Rating:
Gorgeous pad.
February 1, 2012
ByMrMRM
fromCA
I have used this product for:3-6 months
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Dressage
Competitor:Rated
Quality:
5
of
5
Value:
4
of
5
Durability:
5
of
5
Fit
Excellent
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"A bit expensive for a half-pad but a very nice product. The half-pad is absolute German perfection but the price in American dollars is a bit steep. SmartPak has the best price."
Review 5 for Mattes Correction Half Pad with Pockets for Shims- Dressage
Overall Rating:
Great Pad
May 3, 2010
BySlickynic
fromPensacola, Fl
I have used this product for:less than a month
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Dressage
Competitor:Rated
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"This pad is excellent. i had the regular mattes pad, but my saddle still didnt fit right. i cant afford a new saddle right now, so this pad in the next best thing. great quality, and my horses back is loving it. its worth its weight in gold."
Review 6 for Mattes Correction Half Pad with Pockets for Shims- Dressage
Overall Rating:
Fantastic!
November 30, 2009
ByPintomom1
fromJacksonville, FL
I have used this product for:less than a month
Expertise:Novice
Riding Style:Dressage
Competitor:Local/Open
Quality:
5
of
5
Value:
5
of
5
Durability:
5
of
5
Fit
Excellent
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"This was one of my best purchases, it was worth every penny...and I am a penny-pincher! Helped my horse be free in his back so he could step under and actually work his hind end. He is much happier too! It does wonders when your saddle doesn't fit quite right and buying a new saddle is not in your budget. 100% satisfied!"
Ratings-Only Reviews for Mattes Correction Half Pad with Pockets for Shims- Dressage
Based on the average of (4) ratings-only reviews
Overall Rating:
Would recommend? Yes 4 out of 4
Quality:
5
of
5
Value:
4
of
5
Durability:
4.8
of
5