ThunderCloud – Alpaca Saddle Pad: Performance and Comfort Combined
Discover the excellence of ThunderCloud saddle pads, crafted from alpaca using a felting technique unique in the world. The result of more than 12 years of innovation, our 100% alpaca felt offers unmatched softness, immediate adaptation to the horse’s back, and exceptional comfort.
What sets ThunderCloud felting apart from pressed felts?
ThunderCloud felting revolutionizes equine comfort and protection, standing out from pressed felt through its exceptional suppleness. This unique flexibility allows unparalleled freedom of movement while ensuring optimal protection.
ThunderCloud pads are made using an innovative felting method and high-quality alpaca fibres. This unique combination provides superior breathability and highly effective thermoregulation, allowing the horse to maintain an ideal body temperature.
With its high thermoregulation capacity, ThunderCloud felting significantly reduces the production of latherin, ensuring optimal well-being for the horse.
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Innovative and unique felting technique
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The only felt made of 100% alpaca fibres
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Ideal to prevent mineral calcification inside the felt
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Maintains performance for decades
Why choose ThunderCloud alpaca?
Superior comfort: The pad naturally conforms to the horse’s back, reducing pressure points and friction, ensuring a smooth and stable ride.
Optimal thermoregulation: Cool in summer, warm in winter — alpaca breathes, wicks moisture, reduces sweating, and limits latherin production.
Outstanding durability: Alpaca fibres are naturally strong and retain their structure, with a 99% compression recovery rate (tested by Wool Testing Bureau SA).
Hypoallergenic & Antibacterial: Naturally free from lanolin, dyes, and chemicals — perfect for sensitive horses.
Breathability: Fibres wick away sweat quickly, ensuring consistent comfort.
Natural and Elegant Design
Available in solid colours or featuring our signature QUILL pattern, created by Scottish textile artist Johanna Hall. Each pad reflects the beauty of the South African landscapes that inspired the collection.
Commitment & Sustainability
Our pads are handmade from natural fibres and crafted according to ethical standards, from free-roaming alpacas in Peru all the way to your horse. ThunderCloud can be used on its own, though always with a properly fitted saddle for optimal performance.
A poorly fitted saddle can cause the pad to shift — a sign that your saddle may not be adequately adjusted.
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