Custom pressure distribution
The foam conforms during fitting to accommodate unique back shapes and asymmetry while spreading load across the pad.
Patent-pending saddle pad technology
Custom fit for your horse. Built for a better ride.
North Fit pads are heat-molded to your horse and saddle in about 30 minutes—creating a lightweight, stable fit designed to reduce pressure points, heat buildup, roll and slippage.
30 minTypical fitting
1.6 lbApprox. pad weight
0%Neoprene
Made with EVA + PE copolymer
Molded to the horse. Matched to the saddle.
Made in the Pacific Northwest
Built for real riding
Barrel racing
Endurance
Rodeo
Trail
Everyday performance
The North Fit difference
A pad shaped around the horse—not the other way around.
Traditional pads start flat and remain generic. North Fit uses a specialized heat-molding process to create a permanent contour around your horse’s anatomy and saddle position.
Stable contact
A molded contour creates consistent contact designed to reduce movement, saddle roll and slippage during demanding work.
Cooling spinal channel
A vented center channel relieves direct spinal pressure and allows heat and moisture to move away from the horse’s back.
Low-maintenance material
Closed-cell foam resists water and sweat absorption. Rinse or wipe it clean, then store it free from pressure and excess heat.
Material engineering
Permanent form. Minimal bulk. Purpose-built airflow.
North Fit pads use a chemically cross-linked, closed-cell EVA and PE copolymer similar to materials used in custom orthotics. Once fitted, the pad retains its molded form under normal riding conditions.
Heat-moldable structure
Becomes pliable for fitting, then sets into a durable custom shape.
Closed-cell construction
Resists absorbing water, sweat and grime.
Continuous ventilation
The spinal channel promotes airflow along the horse’s back.
Care: Keep the pad below 120°F and store it without weight or pressure on top.
Fitting process
From flat pad to custom fit in four steps.
Bring your horse, the saddle being fitted, rider safety equipment and access to a standard AC outlet.
About 12 minutes mountedConsistent rider pressure shapes the cooling pad.
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Heat the pad
The flat patterned pad is heated until it reaches the correct pliability, typically about 16 minutes after the system is ready.
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02
Center and tack up
The fitter centers the warm pad beneath the saddle and secures the tack in the horse’s normal riding position.
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03
Mold under rider pressure
The rider mounts and maintains centered pressure while the pad cools and conforms to the horse and saddle.
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04
Inspect the finished fit
The fitter checks alignment, contour, spinal clearance and overall form before the pad is released for use.
Practical by design
Lighter to carry. Easier to clean. Ready for work.
The pad weighs approximately 1.6 pounds and does not soak up water like traditional fiber pads. That means less retained weight and a faster reset between rides.
76%Reported weight savings vs. a 6.66 lb wool pad
Quick rinseNon-porous surface simplifies cleanup
Fit that follows the work
From the fitting stand to the arena.
North Fit pads are used across disciplines where stability, heat management and consistent contact matter.
See North Fit in actionFrequently asked questions
What riders need to know.
Have a question not covered here? Contact North Fit and a fitter will follow up.
info@northfitequine.comNorth Fit pads are heated and molded to the specific horse and saddle. The finished contour is designed to improve contact, distribute pressure and help stabilize the saddle.
Yes. The pad is heated until pliable, then handled and positioned by the fitter at a safe working temperature before the rider mounts.
The molding process is particularly useful for unique or asymmetrical back shapes because the foam can compress and contour differently across the pad.
No. The initial mold is intended to be permanent. The material may adapt slightly through normal use, but it should not be reheated or remolded.
Wipe or rinse the pad with mild soap and water. Avoid harsh chemicals, temperatures above 120°F and storage under pressure. Resting it on top of the saddle is recommended.
Find a fitting
Get connected when North Fit is in your area.
Share your location and what you are looking for. North Fit will contact you when a certified fitter or clinic is available nearby.
Current locationsCle Elum, Washington
Wasilla, Alaska
Wasilla, Alaska
Fitter network
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North Fit is building a network of equine professionals who want to improve comfort and performance through a consistent, certified fitting process.
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