NRS' Best-Selling Barrel Pads

In an event where hundredths of a second can mean the difference between winning a check or falling in the cracks, your horse’s mobility and comfort, combined with keeping your saddle in place through the turns and accelerations is of utmost importance. A quality saddle pad is the foundation of comfort, mobility, and stability in the saddle. No one barrel racing pad is the miracle worker because each horse has a different conformation, and saddle fit must also be taken into account. Check out our list of Top Selling Barrel Pads at NRS to see what others are using that might work for you.

1. Classic Equine Biofit Correction Pad | #WFP132

The Classic Equine BioFit Pad is a 7/8” thick, 31”x32” saddle pad with a buildup behind the shoulder to help a downhill running saddle or a bit racier-built horse by lifting the front of the saddle to pull the saddle away from the spine, freeing up the shoulders and helping to eliminate uneven pressure points. The BioFit Pad’s top-quality wool blend helps absorb shock and wick moisture, while a wither cutout allows a closer saddle fit, and the contoured shape adds to your horse’s comfort.

2. 5 Star Equine 3/4” Natural Barrel Racer | #3WN-B

The 3/4” thick Natural Barrel Racer made by 5 Star Equine Products is a 30”x28” contoured saddle pad specifically made for barrel and smaller saddles, It is made from 100% virgin wool that wicks moisture from your horse’s back, is easily cleaned, and helps your saddle stay put during a run. This barrel pad has a wither cutout for fit and comfort and also has wear leathers to extend the life of the pad and best of all, it’s handmade in the USA!

3. Professional’s Choice 3/4” ComfortFit Barrel Pad | #PCWFPB100-TAN

The 3/4” ComfortFit Barrel Pad made by Professional's Choice is a 28”x30” saddle pad specifically made for barrel racing. Being contoured with a wither cutout and made of steam-pressed felt, it has excellent moisture-wicking capabilities and impact protection to help your horse feel as comfortable as possible during a run. Complete with oversized wear leathers, this saddle pad is built to last.

4. 5 Star Equine 7/8” Natural Barrel Racer | #2WN-B

5 Star Equine Products’ 7/8” thick. Natural Barrel Racer saddle pad is 30”x28”, has a contoured shape with a wither cutout and is made of 100% virgin wool. It is designed for the best fit to deliver maximum comfort for your horse all while giving you stability in the saddle.

5. Best Ever OG 3/4” Wither Relief Felt Pad | #OG-34-SBRN-WR

The Best Ever OG 3/4” Wither Relief Saddle Pad is a breathable pad made from 100% needle-punched, 112-ounce per yard wool and features wear and corner leathers embroidered with the Best Ever crown. This makes the pad comfortable for your horse and very durable as well. This barrel pad is 30”x30”, and the wither relief provides optimum comfort for your horse while adding mobility by allowing room to free up the shoulders. The comfort and mobility of the OG Wither Relief Pad make it a great choice for barrel racing.

6. Back on Track Western Saddle Pad Liner | #BOT05

Ok, we know this isn’t a full-on barrel pad, but the benefits of the Back on Track Western Saddle Pad liner are too good not to include it. This pad liner is made of polypropylene with state-of-the-art Welltex fabric infused with ceramic powder. This uses your horse’s body energy to create a soothing far infrared thermal effect that promotes blood flow. This helps to maintain relaxed and supple back muscles, for improved mobility and performance.

7. Classic Equine BioFit Correction Pad | #WFP130

The 30”x30” BioFit Correction Pad is 7/8” thick, made by Classic Equine, and is a perennial top-seller in the category of barrel racing saddle pads. This pad is strategically built up behind the scapula to help correct downhill saddle fit. By raising the front of the saddle to even out the fit, it takes pressure off the horse’s spine and frees up the shoulders to help eliminate pressure points and increase mobility. This pad is especially helpful on racier-built horses or horses that may have some atrophy behind the shoulder. It’s contoured design and wither cutout help ensure your horse is comfortable while giving you stability in the saddle,

8. Classic ESP 3/4” Blanket Top Contoured Pad | #CESPCW3222CRCF

The 3/4” ESP Blanket Top Contoured Pad is 32”x34” and made by Classic Equine. This pad is one of our overall top-selling saddle pads at NRS. The pad features a 100% New Zealand wool blanket top, over a contoured felt

Saddle pad. The saddle pad has a Xylofoam center that is self-adjusting to alleviate pressure on your horse’s back, and the orthopedic-grade felt bottom gets rid of moisture and helps heat dissipate away from your horse’s back, keeping them comfortable and firing.

9. Reinsman 1” Contoured Felt Pad | #34607

The Reinsman 1” Thick Contoured Felt Pad measures 31”x30” and is made of wool felt. Being made of wool felt, this barrel pad offers great shock absorption, while the wool’s natural properties allow it to wick moisture, dissipate heat, and conform to your horse’s back for added comfort and reduce saddle slippage. This saddle pad is contoured to fit the shape of your horse’s back and finished off with heavy oiled wear leathers to add life to this pad.

10. Professional’s Choice 1” ComfortFit Barrel Pad | #PCWFPB200-TAN

The Professional’s Choice ComfortFit Barrel Pad is 1” thick and measures 28”x30”. This pad is made of steam-pressed felt, making it naturally supple. The natural suppleness, combined with its contoured shape and wither cutout, make this barrel pad extremely comfortable for your horse. Being made of wool, this pad wicks moisture well and is breathable to allow heat to move away from your horse’s back. Oversized wear leathers, a leather spine, and leather across the wither area make this pad built to last.

We hope this little introduction to our best-selling barrel pads helps you in making your decision as to what pad best suits you and your horse. You can shop our entire selection of barrel pads here, and if you have further questions, feel free to give us a call at 800-467-6746. We’ll be glad to help!