First class and highly functional pads for riding. he Mattes Saddle pad incorporates quilted fabric made of high quality cotton / polyester blend, available in an amazing array of colours. Mattes Equestrian design the core of the saddle blanket in two layers: POLY-FLEX ® (a needle-punched needled felt) is used for shape retention and pressure equalization, polyester wadding for padding. Mattes do not use foam, neoprene and gel. Therefore, the whole structure is fully air permeable. Satin finish