Acavallo Close Contact Pocket Gel & Memory Foam 1/2 Pad W/risers
- Authorised Acavallo Retailer
- Designed & Engineered in Italy
Acavallo Gel Pad & Front Riser — Size Guide
| Size | A | B | C | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| One Size | 54 cm | 26 cm | 18 cm | 37 cm |
All sizes are approximate and given in cm.
- ✓ Memory foam core moulds to your horse's back and distributes pressure evenly
- ✓ Non-slip gel keeps the saddle firmly in place through every movement
- ✓ Close contact shape for deep connection with the horse — ideal for jumping
The Acavallo Close contact pocket gel & memory foam ½ pad with risers combines the non-slip and shock-proof properties properties of the Classic Gel pads Acavallo with the shock absorbing properties of memory foam and with two pockets that allow to easily add and remove layers of foam. The “close contact” shape is designed to be less visible under the saddle than the standard memory foam half pad.
A great strength is to avoid any unwanted movement of the saddle in any direction: forward, back and sideways.
Furthermore, the Gel is able to compensate for the small imperfections of the horse's back, making it suitable also for the backs that are a bit more "rounded".
The anatomic cut of the pad and the technical characteristics of the memory foam allows the pad to adapt and shape itself deeply to the silhouette of the horse, also allowing the surface pressure to be distributed over a large area.
To these features are added the ability to absorb shocks, dampen vibrations and regulate the horse's body temperature..
Each saddle pad is provided with a set of four high density foam layers to adapt the saddle if it needs to be raised in the front or back, due to changes in the horses’s conformation. Designed to fit under any style and size of English saddles, it’s ideal to combine with a plain square or use on its own. The Acavallo® Classic Gel is hypoallergenic, non-toxic and does not react negatively in contact with the skin, characteristics that allow the pad to be used directly in contact with it. The Gel can also be cut and then adapted, if necessary, to each type of saddle. Acavallo® Gel Features - Shock absorbing - Stabilize the saddle - Relieve pressure - Close contact - does not alter the balance of the saddle - Light weight - Non toxic - safe for use on skin - Extreme elasticity - Easy care Acavallo® Memory Foam features: - Absorb shocks - Rubbing and friction are eliminated - Get very thin where there are already points of pressure and no need volume - Disperses pressure evenly Info & care: - Can be machine washed (30 °C) or by hand in a bucket of water with little detergent - Do not use harsh detergents - Do not tumble dry - Do not expose to direct heat or strong sunlight - Allow to dry naturally
We source this product directly from Acavallo in Italy and ship it to you from our UK warehouse.
UK Orders: Allow 7–10 working days for delivery. We use Royal Mail Standard Shipping, which takes 1–2 days once dispatched.
US Orders: Allow 10–14 working days for delivery. Free shipping on orders over $100.
Rest of World: Allow 10–16 working days depending on destination.
You'll receive a dispatch notification with tracking as soon as your order is on its way.
For full details, see our Shipping & Delivery page.
We offer a huge range of products from Europe's best equestrian brands. To make that possible, most items are sourced to order from our suppliers rather than sitting in a warehouse.
When you place your order, we'll get it ordered in, shipped to us, and then sent straight out to you. It takes a little longer than an off-the-shelf purchase, but it means you get access to the full range — not just what happens to be on a shelf.
Good to know: If your order has a mix of in-stock and sourced items, we'll hold everything until it's all ready to ship together. Want your in-stock items faster? Just place them as a separate order.
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