The Barefoot saddle pad system allows the saddle to be easily adapted to each individual horse's back for an optimal fit. The saddle system consists of the Barefoot saddle, exchangeable front pommel inserts for insuring the correct shoulder angle of the saddle and the correct saddle pad (special or physio).   

In order to complete the system, Barefoot has developed suitable pads for each of our models. They have a tunnel in the middle in the area over the horse’s spinous processes plus pockets to the left and right into which individual padding can be inserted, further reducing pressure on the spine.

Thus, the saddle system forms a vertebral canal, although this is not as wide as in conventional saddles. This gives the rider closer contact to the horse’s back and pressure is distributed more evenly over the entire back. This is often noticeable immediately after changing to the Barefoot System; horses begin to relax, their movement is freer and they also lower their heads, a sure sign of less tension.