{"product_id":"lemieux-merino-essence-close-contact-square-2026","title":"LeMieux Merino+ Essence Close Contact Saddle Pad - Spring 2026","description":"\u003cp\u003eStyle and technical design meet in the Merino+ Essence Close Contact Square. Offering the performance of the Essence collection, with the comfort and pressure relief of our technical Merino+ blend, designed to fit forward-cut jumping saddles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe contour quilted soft shell upper, meticulously designed to hug your horse's curves without wrinkling, is teamed with a soft, breathable self-cool lining. The cooling material is woven with cooling fibres, controlling heat by transferring heat away from the skin and wicking sweat efficiently to cool your horse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur Merino+ rolls are for more than just show. They deliver the look and security of a half pad without adding bulk under the saddle. Our unique Merino+ blend, which combines natural Merino with technical fibres for style and performance, keeps the saddle stable in style while reducing pressure on your horse's back. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe durable, matte PU leather girth protection area protects the pad from the rider’s boot, and our signature LeMieux inner girth strap channels ensure a precision fit.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"LeMieux","offers":[{"title":"Jungle \/ Large","offer_id":56870251004286,"sku":"IT09070005","price":89.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0712\/2616\/3473\/files\/lemieux-merino-essence-close-contact-saddle-pad-spring-2026-lemieux.png?v=1776484669","url":"https:\/\/www.elandlodge.com\/products\/lemieux-merino-essence-close-contact-square-2026","provider":"Eland Lodge","version":"1.0","type":"link"}