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FAQ Product flypad
How do I choose a bareback pad?
To choose the right bareback pad, check four key points. First, back protection: a good pad should feature a spine channel, a central channel that relieves pressure on the horse’s spine and withers rather than pressing on them. Next, the…
What is the difference between a bareback pad and a saddle?
A saddle is a rigid structure, built on a tree, that spreads the rider’s weight over a wide area of the back and raises the rider above the horse. A bareback pad is a flexible piece of equipment, without a…
What is a bareback pad?
A bareback pad is a flexible piece of equipment placed on the horse’s back to ride without a saddle. It gives the rider a more comfortable and more stable seat than riding fully bareback, while protecting the horse’s back and…
How to choose your FlyPad?
The FlyPad® is suitable for all types of horses, from pony D to draft horse. For small and large ponies ponies or small horses, and for riders weighing up to 55 kg (≈ 120 lbs), choose the Pony version. If you want to…
How do I care for my suede FlyPad® and my FlyPad® Aqua?
Care depends on the material of your FlyPad®. The suede model and the Aqua model in Airmesh are not cleaned the same way. Suede FlyPad®: Before first use, apply a colourless waterproofing spray. If the suede gets dusty, brush it…
How do you take care of your FlyPad®?
To preserve the quality of your suede FlyPad® over time: Avoid trousers with rivets or abrasive materials, which could mark the suede. Before first use, waterproof the suede with a suitable spray, then repeat regularly. To clean it, use a…
Does the FlyPad replace a saddle?
No, the FlyPad® is not meant to replace a well-fitted saddle. It is a bareback pad used alongside or as an alternative to the saddle, for a more connected and freer ride. It is ideal in several situations: for riding…
Do you need any accessories to ride with the FlyPad?
The FlyPad® comes with the Wings. It comes without a girth. Choose the short Comfy girth (45, 55 and 65 cm) or a short dressage-style girth.
Which FlyPad to choose for my horse?
Choosing the right FlyPad® depends on your horse’s build and the rider’s weight. Vahana offers three models to cover every build. The FlyPad® Horse suits the vast majority of horses, from a D pony to a draft horse, and every…
What makes the Vahana FlyPad different from other riding pads?
Vahana’s FlyPad® stands out thanks to three features that the vast majority of bareback pads do not offer: its dorsal channel, its adjustable Wings and its premium craftsmanship. The channel is a central groove that frees the horse’s spine and…