Both alpaca wool and alpaca fleece (used for the saddle pads and saddle pads) offer benefits in terms of comfort, moisture management, temperature regulation, padding and shock absorption, durability and hypoallergenic properties. The main benefits are the natural padding of the alpaca fleece, which helps distribute pressure evenly over the horse's back. This can relieve pressure points as well as the extreme breathability of alpaca wool. It allows air to circulate between the horse's back and the saddle, preventing excessive heat build-up and perspiration. Read the details of each property here.