Product Description

Mattes Asymmetric Girth

Mattes Asymmetric Girth is designed for a horse with a nearly straight line along shoulder, elbow and girth. The shape is significantly contoured at the elbows to relieve pressure, decreasing rubs and encouraging reach. In addition, an extra wide centerpiece (at the sternum) moves pressure away from the sensitive ribs, towards the less sensitive sternum. For a short backed horse, try the Mattes Athletico Girth. Mattes girths feature a removable sheepskin cover that can be thrown in the washer using any wool safe detergent such as MELP sheepskin cleaner. Stainless steel roller buckles with spring closures make on the fly adjustments easy and safe.

• Girth is designed for a horse with a straight line from shoulder to elbow and girth
• Contoured shape allows for unencumbered elbow room
• Large center area on girth moves pressure from sensitive ribs to more stable sternum
• Sheepskin is naturally slip resistant and moisture wicking
  • Also fantastic at reducing rubs – perfect for the recently shaved horse
• Removable sheepskin cover that’s washer safe
• Traditional quilted cotton backing with sheepskin sewn on (not wool backed)
• Machine washable using Melp detergent or other wool-safe detergent
• Stainless steel roller buckles
• Breastplate attachment (d-ring type)

The Asymmetric girth comes in two size models:

Mattes Asymmetric Girth Fitting

This girth should not prove difficult to fit. We suggest you order a size larger than you would any non sheepskin girth just to make up for the thick wool. Stocked sizes are available from the drop downs. If you don’t see the size or color you want, it’s available but has to be custom made. There is no charge for a custom mattes girth but it will take about 6 weeks to deliver.

Replacement Parts Available

Any length girth base as well as the sheepskin girth cover are available separately. You save about 10% by purchasing them together. Select from the drop downs to find just the girth base or just the sheepskin cover.

Colors and Custom Orders

Mattes girths are available in black base, black sheepskin and brown base with natural sheepskin – ALL others are considered custom orders and will take 6-10 weeks to deliver. Handmade using sustainable materials. Mattes uses genuine Merino sheepskins. Sheepskin is a great material for use on girths due to its natural, non slip properties. Wool is also a great moisture wicking material.