Are Ogilvy pads good?
There is no doubt that the Ogilvy is very well made – impeccable, really – and washes up very well and easily. I do think that if I were ordering again I wouldn’t opt for such light colored piping… it gets dirty too quickly and my OCD can’t take it.
What is the best brand of saddle pad?
Here are six of the best saddle pads for trail riding:
- Diamond Wool Contoured Felt Ranch Pad.
- Classic Equine BioFit Correction Pad.
- Southwestern Equine OrthoRide Correction Pad.
- Professional’s Choice SMX Air Ride Anza Wool Pad.
- Weaver Leather Contour Pad.
- SaddleRight Western Square Pad.
Is Ogilvy Equestrian Canadian?
Founded in 2008, Ogilvy Equestrian specializes in creating equestrian products, notably, the design of high-end, technical saddle pads. The Ogilvy Equestrian Brand gained recognition for style and quality first in Canada and the United States, then Europe and the rest of the world.
What is binding on a saddle pad?
The Specialized Saddles Round Saddle Pad with Leather Binding is bound with the same leather that is found on the Specialized Saddles seats. It is sculptured to fit the shape of your horse’s back allowing moisture to wick away, yet are thin enough to not distort fit.
What is an Ogilvy baby pad?
The Baby Pad is made of resistant poly cotton twill, protected with stain resistance on the outside. It also has our special quick-dry anti-bacterial/anti-fungal brushed poly on the inside and is composed of high performance hollow core fiber that wicks away the moisture from your horse and dries quickly after use.
How long do saddle pads last?
A weekend warrior may make a saddle pad last two to three years plus. We’ve had clients with pads that last upwards of 10+ years. As saddle pads get used more and more the wool fibers break down and in the bar areas they can become packed and thin.
What is the difference between a saddle pad and a saddle blanket?
The saddle pad or blanket provides a bit of extra cushioning between the saddle and the horse and helps the saddle stay clean. Without a pad or blanket, a saddle will sit directly on the horse, where it will absorb sweat and pick up dirt from the horse’s back. No pad is a substitute for a properly fitted saddle.
How long does Ogilvy take to ship?
How long will it take for me to receive my order? For Canada and continental USA, shipment should be within 2 to 5 weeks from the day the order is placed, usually at the longer end of the spectrum for embroidered and customized products. If we already have you product in stock, we will ship it right away.
How do you wash an Ogilvy saddle pad?
How do you wash your Ogilvy HalfPads? Open the Velcro along the rear spine of the pad and take out the memory foam inserts. Wash the cover in cold water with like-colored items. Hang to dry.
What are baby pads used for?
A baby pad is a thin pad that is often used under a regular saddle pad or a half pad. The purpose is to keep the underside of the regular saddle pad or half pad clean. A baby pad doesn’t have much to it, so it shouldn’t be used by itself under a saddle.
Can a saddle pad be too long?
If it’s too long, it’ll likely rub and press against your horse’s hips. And, if it’s a heavy or stiff saddle pad, your horse’s hind legs will push pad and saddle forward.
Do I need a saddle blanket under my saddle pad?
The saddle pad or blanket provides a bit of extra cushioning between the saddle and the horse and helps the saddle stay clean. Without a pad or blanket, a saddle will sit directly on the horse, where it will absorb sweat and pick up dirt from the horse’s back.
What makes Ogilvy baby pad so good for horses?
It also has our special quick-dry anti-bacterial/anti-fungal brushed poly on the inside and is composed of high performance hollow core fiber that wicks away the moisture from your horse and dries quickly after use. **The basic baby pad comes without a piping; a piping may be added for a minimal fee.
What makes Ogilvy saddle pads not have straps?
The inside of the pad (the side that goes against the horse) is lined in a very soft, slightly fuzzy material (it is called brushed poly on the website). Ogilvy used to claim that this material would keep the pad from sliding, hence allowing the pad to not have any straps.
How much does an Ogilvy half pad cost?
You’ve most likely heard about people raving about their Ogilvy half-pads, but with the hefty price of $200-$240, you have probably wondered if the pad is as good as it claims to be. I have been using some different Ogilvy products for about 2 years now, their baby pads, their profile pads, and both their memory foam and gummy half pads.
What’s the best way to clean an Ogilvy half pad?
For my white Ogilvy pads and half pad cover, I spray OxyClean onto the stains and let it sit for approximately 1 – 5 minutes. I use a different stain remover, like Shout, for my half pad covers and pads that have colors on them.