Size Guide
How to Measure your girth
- Firstly, your horse should be measured after work, this is to ensure that you get the correct measurement and not one distorted by your horse puffing out against the girth buckling.
- Always measure your girth length on a saddled and girthed horse, both sides of the girth must be buckled evenly.
- Using a soft tape measure, measure from the middle hole on one side, to the same point on the other side,
if it is between lengths, always round it up to the next length.
Example
Measurement: 133cm
Girth Length: 135cm
- Make sure that if your horse is touchy around the mid section, that you secure the assistance of someone to help you.
Which Girth Style do you need?
Anatomic Girth
This Girth shape suits horses with good confirmation where the girth sits far enough away from the horses elbow. The Girth is slightly cut back at the front and back in the elbow area. (strap is rotatable).
Asymmetric Girth
This Girth shape suits close coupled horses with less pronounced rib cages, where there is less distance from where the girth wants to sit and the elbows. This girth is severely cut back in front of the elbow area to compensate for this.
Crescent Girth
This Girth shape suits round horses with short backs and wide ribs or a narrow chest. The special shape of the girth absorbs the rib curvature so that it cannot slip forward.
Athletico Girth
This Girth shape suits horses with athletic, strong wedge shaped physique. The special shape of the girth prevents in almost all cases, any saddle slippage that may result in the girth sliding backwards.
Correct Girth Fitting
A Correctly fitted Girth will ensure the maximum comfort for your horse in both ensuring there is clearance through the elbow and ensuring your saddle stays in place. You should ensure enough clearance that the buckles do not catch on your horses elbow, additionally that the Mattes Girth Style you choose suits your horses conformation.
Delivery & Returns
This product is: Custom
Delivery Timescales
We take great pride in offering Custom products that are tailored to your specific design and requirements. To ensure your item is of the highest quality and meets our exacting standards, it is created from scratch by our skilled manufacturers. This process does take time and as such, there is a production timescale of approximately four to six weeks. We strive to provide accurate delivery timescales, but please note they may vary, especially during busy periods such as the holiday season. Rest assured we will do everything in our power to ensure your order arrives as promptly as possible whilst maintaining the highest levels of quality.
Returns/Exchanges
With our 100% satisfaction guarantee on all products, you can have complete faith in our unwavering confidence in the quality and craftsmanship of whatever you order from us. If you find your order does not meet your needs you can exchange it within 14 days (terms and conditions apply)
In addition, our two-year warranty ensures you are making a wise and secure investment. Choose excellence and join the ranks of satisfied customers, making us the go-to source for top-notch equestrian gear.
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Reviews (7)
7 reviews for Mattes Custom Long Crescent Cotton Sheepskin Girth
- Size: 100cm - 160cm (5cm Increments)
- Top Quality Sheepskin, fully removable
- Designed with your horses shape in mind.
- Hundreds of fantastic Colour Combinations
- Available Options: Complete Girth or Replacement Sheepskin Only
Description
Description
The Mattes Cotton Quilt Shaped Crescent girth, is the ideal girth to provide a secure saddle and comfort for horse and rider. The Mattes Crescent Girth has been specifically cut back in the elbow area allowing greater elbow movement without hindrance or the possibility of chafing, which can be a common problem.
The girth opens to the rear in the sides and below to accommodate far forward-reaching bulges and horses with no appreciable girth groove. The crescent shape of the girth absorbs the rib curvature preventing the saddle from slipping forward.
Pink Equine is a renowned supplier of Mattes girths in the UK and the rest of the world including the USA and Canada. We have many years of expertise and are more than happy to discuss your requirements to ensure you end up with a girth that fits. If you are not sure what style of girth would best fit your horse and would like us to recommend one, please complete our free horse girth consultation form. (If our recommendation is wrong, we will replace free of charge).
- Size: 100cm - 160cm (5cm Increments)
- Top Quality Sheepskin, fully removable
- Designed with your horses shape in mind.
- Hundreds of fantastic Colour Combinations
- Available Options: Complete Girth or Replacement Sheepskin Only
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Jan C –
The girth I bought from you is a crescent girth to fit my 14.2hh Arab. I first saw a picture of different types of horses, I can’t remember where but the picture squashed looked so much like the type my pony is. Short back, big barrel, narrow chest. I had problems with my new saddle going forward and your girth has helped tremendously. I’ve noticed as time has gone on that it just gets better. As she can’t influence the saddle so much it is helping her way of going and when she gets straighter and stronger I’m sure the girth will then be absolutely perfect. This style girth was recommended also by my saddler.
I’m hoping to add a different colour sheepskin cover in the future, I went for black to start.
Photo attached.
Thank you.
Essex, UK.
Brianna O –
Hi Pink Equine. I received the girth this morning and it is beautiful, I love the platinum sheepskin colour. Can’t wait to try it on my horse and will let you know how I get on. Thanks. Colorado, USA.
Alison C –
Just a quick message to say thank you for helping me choose the right girth. The quality is superb and the sheepskin is so thick. The girth fits beautifully as you said it would.
Hertfordshire, UK.
Samantha M –
I just ordered the Mattes Athletico girth from you and am emailing to thank you for the 1st class recommendation. It has completely stopped my saddle from slipping, just wish I had found you sooner!!
Sheffield, UK.
Emily C –
Living in the US I haven’t ordered much from the UK so was a bit nervous, but all received ok and the girth is absolutely stunning and fits like a glove thank you for a first class service.
Texas, USA.
Arianne V –
Just to say thanks. I was struggling to find a girth to fit my horse Bobby who is short and compact and this girth fits beautifully, plus the sheepskin is so soft. He is going so much better in it. Hertfordshire, UK.
Stefanie R –
Dear Pink Equine, just wanted to say thank you for your excellent customer service. I am not exaggerating when I say this is the absolute best girth I have ever used. This has made so much difference to my horse! Cambridgeshire, UK.