Suppliers Bareback Pads NZ & Treeless Saddles NZ. Many horse and pony owners these days are swaying away from the use of conventional saddles, and are using either treeless saddles or bareback pads. A treeless saddle is a type of horse saddle without a solid internal tree (the stiff, inner foundation of the saddle, made from materials like wood or hard plastic).Do treeless saddles fit every horse? Many people choose to own a treeless saddle because the less-rigid structure can allow one saddle to be used on multiple horses with differently shaped backs, although a true one-size-fits-all solution is unlikely. There are some advantages and disadvantages to riding with a treeless saddle. Many are very comfortable for the rider. They can be lightweight, which may be important for riders with problems lifting. In addition, they allow you to sit closer to the horse, so you may find you have a better feel for your horse's back.
Bareback pads were designed to provide extra padding and grip for riders who enjoy riding bareback. Whoever thought of adding stirrups to a bareback pad was not thinking of rider safety or the potential for horse injury. Bareback riding helps you learn more about your horse's movement and become more aware of what's going on beneath you. When you remove the saddle and go for a ride, you can feel every change in movement as your horse walks, trots or canters.