{"product_id":"lemieux-merino-suede-close-contact-square-2026","title":"LeMieux Merino+ Suede Close Contact Saddle Pad - Spring 2026","description":"\u003cp\u003eCombining style and function, the Merino+ Suede Close Contact Square offers the excellence expected from the Suede collection, with the comfort and pressure relief of our technical Merino+ blend, designed to fit forward-cut jumping saddles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur Close Contact pads are not just any pads. They are expertly designed for jumping, with a high wither cut, elasticated D-ring tabs and a swept-back profile, providing the perfect fit for your jumping needs.\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\u003eA durable suede-effect fabric upper pairs with our signature soft, breathable, friction-free bamboo lining. The natural bamboo blend lining material controls heat and efficiently wicks sweat to keep your horse cool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe whole pad benefits from extensively researched friction-free suede-effect binding, which is specially fabricated to contour the edges smoothly. This new technique helps retain the perfect saddle pad shape and binding profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe durable, textured 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":"Fondant \/ Small\/Medium","offer_id":56870250742142,"sku":"IT08803066","price":79.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fondant \/ Large","offer_id":56870250709374,"sku":"IT08803005","price":79.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0712\/2616\/3473\/files\/lemieux-merino-suede-close-contact-saddle-pad-spring-2026-lemieux.png?v=1776484640","url":"https:\/\/www.elandlodge.com\/products\/lemieux-merino-suede-close-contact-square-2026","provider":"Eland Lodge","version":"1.0","type":"link"}