D3O®, science serving the horse
Used in extreme sports, the military, and safety equipment, LAO puts it to work for horse and rider.
Not by chance. By conviction.
Horseriding is a high-impact sport
With every stride, a horse's back absorbs repeated shocks, up to 4 times the rider's weight. Over time, this pressure can lead to pain, stiffness, poor communication with the rider, and injury.
Even a 100% properly fitted saddle isn't enough.
Thanks to D3O®, the LAO Shock Absorber allows the horse to move freely and protects its back ride after ride.
D3O®, protection that activates exactly when you need it.
D3O® is a non-Newtonian polymer: soft and flexible under normal conditions, it reacts instantly on impact to absorb and disperse energy.
It's this unique property that makes it the reference material in extreme sports, skiing, motorcycling, military equipment, and now, equestrianism.
6 reasons why D3O® makes the difference
01
Absorbs shocks
With every stride, jump, or transition, D3O® disperses impact energy
02
Distributes pressure
The material hugs the horse's back to spread pressure more evenly and reduce pressure points.
03
Follows every movement
Soft and adaptable, it follows the contours of the back and adapts to every conformation without ever restricting freedom of movement.
04
Light & thin
Despite its performance, D3O® doesn't add bulk and doesn't interfere with the connection between saddle and horse.
05
Build to last
Designed to withstand intensive use, in training as in competition. Guaranteed for 5 years.
06
Patented technology
Used in more than 20 sports worldwide.
Absorbs shocks, unlocks performance
For a calmer rider and a freer horse
Try the D3O® half-pad
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The story behind the product
LAO was born from one conviction: a horse's welfare depends on equipment designed around the saddle–back interaction.
