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Named for meaning. Engineered for excellence.
The Mykalon series is more than a pad—it's a statement of intent. Named from a fusion of two Greek words—Kalon, meaning beauty is more than skin deep, it is noble, moral and ideal in form. And Myon, meaning muscular, anatomical, and supportive at its core—this pad is the embodiment of ideal form and function.
Born in Athens, Greece, I entered the world in a hospital room overlooking the Parthenon—the temple to Athena, goddess of wisdom and war. Athena was grace and strength, elegance and cunning. She was never just one thing—she was everything. That duality lives in this series: the Mykalon is not one role, but all of them.
Working with Olympic teams in 2012 reshaped how I viewed competition tack. I’ve always loved half pads—versatile, adjustable, and invaluable for correction. But I realized I didn’t want to present correction on the world stage. I wanted to present perfection.
So I created the Mykalon: a 2-in-1 design that seamlessly blends the correctional power of a half pad with the sleek silhouette of a single-layer competition pad. Clean. Unified. Purpose-built.
3/4" Bi-Level 20-Micron Fleece: Designed for full contact and breathable support.
ETC™ Anti-Friction Fabric (Top Layer): Provides saddle stability without heat build-up.
Breather Core™ (Middle Layer): Aerospace-engineered to move heat away—tested to withstand up to 450°F.
Cotton/Poly Twill (Base Layer): Structural, breathable, and unquilted for maximum airflow. (Quilting this pad would be like snapping off the blades of a fan.)
D-Fend™ Shock Foam (1/4”): Absorbs over 90% of impact with molecular-level technology.
Every material is proudly made in the USA.
Ergonomic Cut: Allows shoulder freedom and full range of motion for the horse; improves saddle stability by fully supporting the panels.
Shim-Ready: Easily adjustable for any fit or asymmetry.
No-Bulk Bi-Level Construction: Enhances rider feel and leg-to-horse communication—like a walkie-talkie between your calf and your horse’s brain.
Low Maintenance: Machine washable and dryer safe.
Support. Stability. Feel. Fit. The Mykalon gives you the tools of a half pad, the streamlined elegance of a show pad, and the innovation your horse deserves. It’s designed to protect, enhance, and elevate—without distraction, without correction on display.