Matt saddle girths with real lambskin prevent chafing.

Many horses are very sensitive when it comes to changing their coat. Chafing marks are the result. Protect matt saddle straps with lambskin during this time the sensitive fur and skin. But lambskin has other advantages. It wicks moisture well and balances temperatures. Matt saddle girths are available in different versions. at lepona.de you get the well-known Matt moon belt and other short belts with anatomical cut.

Matt lambskin saddle pads ensure a better fit of the saddle and prevent pressure points

Matt Pads can be configured individually - depending on your personal needs and taste. Just write us an email or give us a call. We will help you with the compilation. All Matt lambskin pads are spinal freeso that there is no pressure on the spinous processes. With a saddle pad from Mattes you can dampen the pressure on the horse's back a little. Another possible use is to compensate for muscle deficits. If your horse is currently developing and the saddle does not fit exactly, you can compensate for the deficit with a matt lambskin.

Saddle pads by Mattes with Spinefree®

In addition to the well-known saddle pads, Mattes also offers saddle pads in various shapes. In our Mattes Shop you can find the Eurofit dressage saddle pads with lambskin in the saddle seat area. The lambskin ensures optimal pressure distribution, reduces friction and is temperature equalizing. The underside of these saddle pads is especially made with SPINEFREE®. The saddle pad is cut out in the spinal canal and therefore offers more space and reliable pressure relief in the area of ​​the withers and the spinous processes. In addition, the saddle pads are anatomically shaped. The saddle pads can be washed in the washing machine at 30 ° C with a special fur detergent according to the washing instructions.

The Mattes company - passion and quality for 150 years

The German company Mattes stands for high-quality lambskin products and has made a good name for itself around the world with more than 150 years of tradition. Specialized in equestrian articles since the 1980s, Mattes products are characterized by quality and functionality. Many years of experience as well as constant cooperation with knowledgeable specialists such as riding instructors, professional riders and veterinarians make the company a sought-after producer of equestrian articles. The product range extends from girths and blankets to saddle pads and various care products made from lambskin. The articles are primarily functional and serve the protection and comfort of our sports partner horse, in addition, they are fashionable and high quality. Mattes' range covers all riding styles; Western as well as tournament or leisure riders can find the right lambskin product in the online shop.

The advantages of lambskin products from Mattes

Mattes has been buying super premium quality lambskin from Australia for over 35 years as one of four companies worldwide. This lambskin meets the extremely high requirements that the lambskin has to endure in equestrian sports. With this premium product, Mattes is the only equestrian manufacturer in the world. The lambskin comes from Australian crossbreeds, which are known for their medium-fine wool with excellent density. The lambs grow in the wild in a species-appropriate manner and are actually bred for the meat - the lambskin used by Mattes is therefore a by-product. The open wool structure of the lambskin allows the air to circulate unhindered, which prevents heat build-up (such as with neoprene). In addition, lambskin has a temperature-regulating effect, which is why the pads, saddle girths and other equestrian products can be used in both summer and winter. Since protein is a crucial part of lambskin, Mattes products are antibacterial. In contrast to other manufacturers, Mattes expressly recommends cleaning in the washing machine with a special detergent and then drying in the tumble dryer. Due to the tanning, the products are specially designed for this cleaning, since brushing out is not enough in the long term to maintain the functionality of the lambskin.

This is how you clean your matt lambskin girths, pads and saddlecloths

Mattes expressly recommends regular cleaning in the washing machine with the special detergent MELP. Washing removes both sebum and ammonia and dirt from the product. Drying in the tumble dryer makes the wool fluffy again and the leather remains soft. Before washing, fasten the Velcro straps together so that they do not become knotted. You should remove the POLY-FLEX® insoles and the SADDLE-FIX® system. You should always wash the saddle pads with the lambskin side out. The pad is now washed with the special detergent MELP at 30 ° C with the "Extra water" option and a normal spin cycle. Then you take the product out of the machine immediately after the wash cycle and dry it in the tumble dryer when it's cold or at a maximum of 30 ° C. During the drying process, you should regularly pull the product into shape. Never put it in the blazing sun or on the heater.

In the case of girths with lambskin firmly sewn on, you should remove the plastic inserts before washing. After drying, you can use them again. If the lambskin is removable, pull it off the belt. You put the belt in a washing bag with the lambskin in the washing machine. Add about two liters of water to the machine and use the special detergent.

What to do if the washing machine does not have the "Extra water" option?
You can also put water in the washing machine by hand via the detergent drawer. To do this, fill around 3 to 4 liters of water with a measuring cup or a watering jugkanne slowly through the detergent drawer into the washing machine.

Why should you use the special detergent MELP?
Normale Wollwaschmittel sind in der Regel auf verarbeitete Fasern ausgelegt. Dabei wird die Unterlade, also das Leder nicht berücksichtigt. Die Wolle wird mit der Zeit spröde und verfilzt, das Leder kann brechen. Das Spezialwaschmittel MELP hingegen wurde speziell auf die Lammfellprodukte abgestimmt. Es ist hochkonzentriert und biologisch abbaubar. Zudem enthält es die gleichen Stoffe wie Mattes sie auch in der Produktion benutzt. Durch die rückfettenden Eigenschaften von MELP bleibt das Lammfell widerstandsfähig und das Leder geschmeidig.