Do Saddle Pads Improve Saddle Fit by Jochen Schleese

Defensive behaviour Not going on the bit If the saddle puts pressure on the horses reflex points along the spine (if the gullet channel is too narrow) your horse will reflexively lower his back to escape the pressure and pain. Your goal of having the horse engage his back and raise it when he is ridden becomes unachievable. Forward impulse and momentum is lost. Your horse would like to respond to the aids, but the pressure on his reflex points inhibits his ability to do so. Many riders believe if they