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TCS Pad (Total Contact Saddle)

TCS Pad (Total Contact Saddle)

Regular price $629.00 USD
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Saddle Colours: Black Herringbone
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Sizing

Sizing (Length × Height at Center)
Full: 600 x 550 mm
Seating thickness 6 cm
Side parts 4 cm thickness to 0.5 cm
Top fabric: Loden or Felt
Underside fabric: velvet

Care For Your Pad

Keeping your Equitex Pad pristine is effortless. Machine washable at 86ºF (delicate cycle) with a max spin of 600 rpm, these pads resist dirt and hair accumulation, reducing the need for frequent washing. After riding, simply turn the pad upside down to air dry. Once dry, brush or wipe off any loose hairs or salt residue. For competition pads, they can even be hosed down or jet washed to achieve a pristine finish.

Equitex Total Contact Saddle Pad – Engineered for Treeless Comfort

Designed specifically for use with Total Contact Saddles (TCS), this Equitex pad delivers the structure, protection, and even pressure distribution your horse needs—without interfering with the close-contact feel these saddles are known for.

Total contact saddles require more than just any pad—they rely on the pad for shock absorption, spinal clearance, and pressure relief. This Equitex model is purpose-built to meet those needs, using our signature high-performance foam and intelligent shaping to support both horse and rider.

Whether you're trail riding, schooling, or working long hours in the saddle, this pad helps prevent pressure points, protects the spine, and promotes healthy muscle function—especially important in a treeless setup.

Key Features:

  • Designed for Total Contact Saddles – Built to work with the saddle, not against it. 
  • Impact-absorbing foam core – Reduces pressure by up to 90% across weight-bearing zones. 
  • Spinal clearance channel – Protects the sensitive topline and allows freedom of movement. 
  • Close-contact feel – Minimal bulk under your leg while still offering total protection. 
  • Non-slip, no-shift construction – Stays put without straps or awkward inserts. 
  • Breathable and coat-friendly – Wicks sweat and prevents heat buildup. 
  • Machine washable & barn-durable – Easy care with long-lasting performance. 
  • Available in custom shapes & colors – Designed to fit your specific TCS model and riding style

Ideal For:

  • Riders using Total Contact Saddles. 
  • Horses needing even pressure distribution without added bulk.
  • Riders looking for a structured pad with spinal clearance under minimalist saddles.
  • Long-distance riders, endurance competitors, or daily schooling

Comfort, contact, and protection—all in one pad.
Your Total contact saddle works best with the right foundation. Trust Equitex to deliver it.

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  • ✓ Non-Slip

    Silica grips firmly anchor the pad to the saddle, eliminating any unwanted movement in all directions. These pads require NO STRAPS to stay securely in place.

  • ✓ 5cm Spine Clearance

    Engineered with a generous 5cm clearance over the wither and spine, Equitex Pads maintain this vital clearance at all times, thanks to their slip-resistant design.

  • ✓ Breathable and Moisture-Wicking

    Equitex Saddle Pads keep your horse cool and dry. Beneath, the high-quality TechVelvet surface resists dirt accumulation and boasts quick-drying, antibacterial properties.

  • ✓ Trusted by Equine Professionals

    Equine practitioners, saddle fitters, and therapists universally recommend Equitex for the well-being of horses in ridden work.

  • ✓ Easy Care

    All pads are easy-care — simply hose off, jet wash, or machine wash select materials as recommended.

  • ✓ 90% Pressure Reduction

    Our responsive foam inner core compensates for imperfections and expertly prevents pressure points, ensuring flawless weight distribution.