Mattes half pads fits neatly under the saddle and can be used directly on the horse's back or on top of a quilted pad that has a similar shaped top line. Unsurpassed quality, function, durability and appearance makes E.A. Mattes the World's Leading Sheepskin Brand! All Mattes products are made from 100% natural sheepskin. The properties of natural sheepskin include heat dissemination and breathability, as well as the capability to eliminate friction and bounce. This can not be imitated by wool pile, artificial fiber products, or foam. All of Mattes sheepskin pads follow the contours of the horse's back with no sharp edges. The patented Spine Free DesignTM, and anatomically correct top line provide unbeatable protection. The spine is not in contact with any seams, fabric, or tension giving your horse ultimate comfort. How to select the correct size pad:

1. Measure the length of top line along the curvature of the topline.
2. Measure the flap length from the lowest point of the top line to the lowest point vertical
3. Measure the width of rear cushion from the lowest point of panel to the top line
4. Measure the flap width (contour pads only) horizontally across the widest part of the flap

Size	A/P Saddle Sizes	DR Saddle Sizes	Length of Top Line	Flap Length A/P	Flap Length DR	Flap Length JP	Width of Rear Cushion	Flap Width A/P	Flap Width DR	Flap Width JP
S	16.5	16.5	18.5	18.5	19.75	18.5	7	14	13.75	15.5
M	17-17.5	17	21.25	19.5	21	19	7.5	15	14.5	16.5
L	18	17.5-18	23	20.25	22	19.5	7.5	16.5	15.25	18
XL	18-18.5	18-18.5	24.5	20.25	22	19.5	8.5	16.5	15.25	18