The Kentucky Horsewear Anatomic Half Pad Absorb is designed due to the high demand from professional riders. Similar to the Kentucky Half Pad Absorb. The Kentucky Horsewear Anatomic Half Pad Absorb uses shock absorbing materials, but amazingly is only 2.5cm. The new thinner design therefore ensures that the rider has a better contact with the horse when riding. whilst still offering amazing protection to the horse’s back. The 5-layer structure that makes up the Kentucky Half Pad, absorbs shocks and also minimises the pressure points from the saddle and rider.