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LeMieux Saddle Pads
LeMieux saddle pads are high-wither squares, most with bamboo-blend linings, made in dressage, close contact, GP and pony shapes and a wide range of colors. Pick the shape that matches your saddle, then the line by fabric and grip.
Buying tip: LeMieux pads suit English riders who want a square that stays put under the saddle and matches the rest of their tack. Choose the shape from your saddle first, then the size from its seat: up to 16 inches is Small/Medium, 16.5 inches and up is Large.
What riders say about LeMieux saddle pads
Riders tell us their LeMieux pads stay where they put them, wash up like new and come in more colors than they can resist.
All of the pads I use are Le Mieux, they stay exactly where you put them and come up like new after a wash. The only problem I've had with them is that I just keep buying more!!
I have four of these LeMieux pads from the UK, and I love them! They wear like iron, look beautiful, have super high wither cutouts, and come in a zillion different colors and styles.
Not gonna lie. I adore my LeMieux pads and have spent a small fortune upgrading most of my pads to them. The mesh pads are my absolute favorites, and ARE actually cooler than other pads in the heinous mid-atlantic summers.
I live by the lemieux pads. They wear well, grip perfectly and fit nicely. Little pricier then your average pads, but well worth the investment.
Quoted word for word from public rider discussions and checked against the original posts, October 2026.
In the Spotlight
Blue and green are two of the biggest color runs in the LeMieux range we carry.
LeMieux pads in blue
Shop all ›Blue LeMieux squares in every shape we stock, from pale shades to navy.
LeMieux pads in green
Shop all ›Green LeMieux squares in every shape we stock.
LeMieux saddle pads: which line is right for you
Our take: start with the Loire Classic or the Suede square for everyday riding, step up to Essence or Brilliance for a self-cooling lining, and choose a ProSorb or X-Grip pad when the saddle needs grip or shimming.
Loire and Loire Classic squares have a quilted satin upper over a bamboo-blend lining that controls heat and wicks sweat. Suede squares have a suede-effect top, soft suede binding and elasticated D-ring tabs that fit a wide range of saddles. Cotton squares are the everyday option, with girth straps and an optional inner locking loop to stop the pad slipping.
Essence and Brilliance pair a contour-quilted soft-shell upper with a moisture-activated Self-Cool lining, so the warmer your horse gets, the harder the lining works. 3D Mesh and Air-Tek Mesh squares add a breathable mesh upper over perforated foam for hot-weather training. Merino+ Half Lined pads put a Merino wool blend (70% Merino, 30% acrylic) under the saddle on a backing LeMieux says washes better and dries faster.
For fit problems, ProSorb 2 Pocket squares come with two sets of 5mm foam shims and X-Grip silicone print to hold the saddle, and X-Grip pads add a silicone grip and a memory-foam saddle area. Heritage Check and Herringbone squares bring a tailored check or herringbone fabric with chevron quilting.
LeMieux X-Grip Twin Sided Dressage Square
I wish I had known about this pad years ago! I've spent $1,000s on vets, chiro, body work, and saddle fitters, but sooner or later my horse would take a turn to the left, get tense and buck me off. I knew his should bulged to the right and tried to keep my right leg and rein steady for him, but my saddle would slip to the right (yes, he's very round-barreled), and if I tightened the girth, it would still slip and it would be even more painful for him. Since my trainer urged me to try this, he is like a new, and happy, horse! He reaches for his bit, comes out of the pasture willingly, and best of all is going straighter (still needs some muscle memory), and doesn't buck. Worth every penny! And washing is not really a problem. I get it out of a cold water, mild detergent, washing machine and let it dry on a spare saddle rack padded with about a dozen extra saddle pads. Comes out like new.
I have the Le Mieux Merino + for hunting and also for everyday use. They are fantastic because you can machine wash them and they come up beautifully. Got one to see what it was like and now I've got a whole collection!
Quoted word for word from public rider discussions and checked against the original posts, October 2026.
Who LeMieux saddle pads are for
LeMieux saddle pads are for English riders who want a pad that stays in place, clears a high wither and matches the rest of their tack.
- Riders fighting a slipping saddle buy the Soft Shell Anti Slip, X-Grip and ProSorb pads for their silicone grip under the saddle: Soft Shell Anti Slip Dressage Square.
- Dressage riders buy the long Dressage Square, available in nearly every line: Suede Dressage Square.
- Hunter and jumper riders buy Close Contact and Eurojump squares cut for forward-flap saddles: Loire Classic Close Contact Square.
- Riders in hot climates buy the 3D Mesh and Air-Tek Mesh squares with Self-Cool linings: 3D Mesh Self-Cool Dressage Square.
- Riders who need to shim buy ProSorb 2 Pocket squares, which take the foam shims supplied: ProSorb Plain 2 Pocket GP Square.
- Pony riders buy the Mini Suede Close Contact Square, cut for ponies 11.2hh to 13.1hh: Mini Suede Close Contact Square.
Look elsewhere if you ride western or want a fully sheepskin-lined pad: the LeMieux pads we carry are English squares.
I recently switched to a monoflap saddle and was having the worst time getting my traditional pads to stay in place without the front tabs, especially on one horse I'm working. Not only does this pad offer more support than most, it was an absolute game changer. Now my wide, slick horse is happier than ever. If you're looking for a solution and are tired of spending money on random pads that aren't fitting the bill, this pad is the one for you. I'll probably own another 10 in the future.
I love this saddle pad so much. I got it in the navy blue for my grey ottb (16.1 hh) and it fits him perfectly. He has average withers, not high or low, and it is one of the only pads that fits my hunter saddle well. My saddle has long flaps and this pad is long enough and the part where the saddle goes is big enough for a larger than average saddle but it easily fits an average sized saddle well. The wither part of the pad sticks up and helps with not getting rubs and keeping my horse comfortable. It also saves me a half pad! Would definitely buy again.
Quoted word for word from public rider discussions and checked against the original posts, October 2026.
LeMieux saddle pad sizing and fit
Size a LeMieux pad by your saddle first: match the pad's shape to the saddle type, then pick the size from the saddle's seat. Horse height is a guide only.
| Pad shape | Small/Medium | Large | X-Large |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dressage Square | Saddle up to 16"; horse 13hh to 14.2hh | Saddle 16.5" to 18"; horse 14.3hh to 17hh | Saddle 18" and up; horse 17hh and up |
| Close Contact Square | Saddle up to 16"; horse 13hh to 14.2hh | Saddle 16.5" and up; horse 14.3hh and up | Not made in this shape |
| GP Square | Saddle up to 16" | Saddle 16.5" and up | Not made in this shape |
Most LeMieux squares have a high wither cut, which helps on high-withered horses. For ponies from 11.2hh to 13.1hh, the Mini Suede Close Contact Square is cut for forward-cut jumping saddles. If your saddle needs adjusting, a ProSorb 2 Pocket square takes the two sets of 5mm foam shims supplied in pockets at the rear of the pad.
Sizes from the LeMieux size guides for each shape; all measurements are approximate.
Small/Medium LeMieux pads
Shop all ›For saddles up to 16 inches, in every shape we stock.
I love LeMieux pads, but the shaped ones are hit or miss with my high-withered thoroughbred mare. She prefers square-shaped pads, so I was super happy to find one that's such good quality and fits her well! I got the black one and am ordering the white one soon. The pad is super nice, thin enough to prevent massive sweating, but thick enough to hold its shape. Super Super Super recommend!
My saddle fitter recommended this half pad. It’s really made a difference in helping my saddle fit very correctly on the horse I ride. It’s very substantially made and so far has washed well (air drying only). So far it’s been well worth the price.
Quoted word for word from public rider discussions and checked against the original posts, October 2026.
LeMieux colors and matching sets
LeMieux is a color-led brand: it names its shades and runs them across lines, so a navy, Benetton Blue or Blackberry pad can be matched later. The Suede Half Pad, for example, is made to match LeMieux colorways.
If you buy for one color, choose the line second: classic black, white and navy squares come in most lines. Riders tell us they match their pads to their polos and bandages, one piece at a time.
Find the matching pieces on the LeMieux page.
LeMieux pads in black
Shop all ›The classic black square, in every line we stock it in.
THE MATCHING SETS ARE AMAZING. I literally gasped.
Bought the red pad and it looks so sharp on my TWH with his black tack. Love the fit and it cleans easily. Thin enough for close contact! Looking at other colors.
Quoted word for word from public rider discussions and checked against the original posts, October 2026.
Keeping your LeMieux pad clean
LeMieux pads are made to go in the washing machine. The LeMieux care instructions ask for the same four steps:
- Brush off hair, dirt and dried sweat with a stiff brush before washing.
- Machine wash on a cool or wool cycle.
- Air dry away from heat; never tumble dry.
- Pull the pad back into shape while it is still damp.
Merino+ pads want the cool or wool cycle every time. Check the label on your pad before the first wash.
I like the LeMieux pads because they are thin enough, while still being very absorbent, to wash in my top loading machine. They come in great colors, have a wither rise, wear like iron and work with many saddle sizes.
Le mieux. Saddle fitter rates these best, and I have one (standard not shim model) and love it. Its lasted 5 years now and still looks smart and cleans up well after a wash.
Quoted word for word from public rider discussions and checked against the original posts, October 2026.
LeMieux saddle pad FAQ
Who is LeMieux for?
LeMieux saddle pads are for English riders who want a pad that stays in place, clears a high wither and matches the rest of their tack. Riders tell us they choose LeMieux to stop a slipping saddle, to fit a high-withered horse and to build a matching color set.
CloseIs a LeMieux saddle pad worth the price?
Riders who use them say yes: they tell us LeMieux pads hold their shape, stay put under the saddle and still look smart after years of washing. Pick the line for the job, such as a Self-Cool lining for hot weather or a ProSorb pad when you need shims, rather than paying for features you will not use.
CloseCan I use a LeMieux dressage pad with a jump saddle, and which size fits my saddle?
Match the pad to the saddle: LeMieux cuts Dressage Squares for dressage saddles, Close Contact and Eurojump squares for forward-cut jump saddles, and GP Squares for all-purpose saddles. Then size by seat: up to 16 inches is Small/Medium, 16.5 inches and up is Large, and Dressage Squares add an X-Large for 18-inch saddles and up. LeMieux half pads go over the square; riders tell us a saddle fitter can help decide whether you need one.
CloseHow do I wash a LeMieux pad?
Brush off hair and dried sweat, machine wash on a cool or wool cycle, then air dry away from heat and pull the pad into shape while damp. Never tumble dry a LeMieux pad.
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