Accademico Balancing Riding Pad – A New Approach to Bareback Riding

Accademico is not simply another bareback pad.

The Equitex Accademico Balancing Riding Pad, released in Jully 2026, was developed as a technical training tool for riders who enjoy riding without a saddle while working on balance, proprioception, seat awareness and an independent seat.

It combines the close feeling of bareback riding with Equitex technology designed to support both rider training and horse back protection.

More Than a Traditional Bareback Riding Pad

Traditional bareback pads primarily provide cushioning and comfort. Accademico goes further.

Its two independently adjustable Seat Modules can be repositioned to suit different rider anatomies and training goals.

They are designed to:

• support rider balance and stability
• provide proprioceptive feedback
• encourage a more balanced and symmetrical seat
• support the development of an independent seat and aids
• improve awareness of the horse's movement
• help riders refine their riding aids

This makes Accademico particularly interesting for seat training, riding lessons, Academic Art of Riding, Classical Dressage and riders who simply want to improve their position while riding without a saddle.

Equitex Technology for the Horse

Accademico combines rider-focused training features with technologies developed to support the horse's back:

• Pressure-Responsive Open-Cell Cold Foam
• Even Pressure Distribution
• Anatomical Spinal Clearance
• Premium Velvet Underside
• Breathable Construction
• Freedom of Movement
• Horse Back Protection

The pressure-responsive cold foam adapts under pressure and is designed to help distribute the rider's weight across a larger area, while Anatomical Spinal Clearance Channel helps keep pressure further away from the sensitive spinal area.

Designed for Rider Balance. Built with the Horse in Mind.

Accademico is ideal for:

• Bareback riding
• Riding without a saddle
• Rider balance and seat training
• Independent seat development
• Proprioception training
• Academic Art of Riding
• Classical riding and Classical Dressage
• Riding schools and instructors
• Relaxed rides and hacks outside in nature

Accademico brings together rider balance, refined communication and Equitex horse back protection in one technical Balancing Riding Pad.

Designed for Balance. Built for Protection. Meant for Connection.

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