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Discussion on Stirrup irons for jumping
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Member:
maggienm
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Posted on Thursday, Feb 28, 2008 - 10:54 am:
I am going to buy new stirrups for my jumping saddle so I thought I would just ask if there are pros and cons for certain irons for jumping.
Thanks
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Member:
ekaufman
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Posted on Friday, Feb 29, 2008 - 9:37 am:
Hi Lori,
The jointed stirrups are pretty popular-- safe and reduce ankle tension without looking like the old safety stirrups.
- Elizabeth
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Member:
sureed
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Posted on Friday, Feb 29, 2008 - 2:41 pm:
Lori,
I tried the jointed stirrups because they are supposed to take pressure off the the ankle and knee, but I hated them (though several jumpers in my barn use them and like them a lot). I use the unjointed Royal Riders and just love them. I find I do best with the stable base and also the stirrups are especially easy to pick up if you lose them. As any of these stirrups cost almost $200, it would be great if you can borrow different ones to try from people in your barn to see which you like best.
Suzanne
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Member:
maggienm
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Posted on Friday, Feb 29, 2008 - 4:38 pm:
Thanks for the tips.
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Member:
mysi
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Posted on Sunday, Mar 2, 2008 - 8:47 am:
I use the Sprenger Bow Balance, they are supposed to be the best for reducing knee and ankle strain. I have to agree that they are the best for that, I have an ankle injury and have no soreness after riding. But...I find that the 4-F Sprenger to feel much more secure. I still use my bow balance ones though because I have to put my ankle first. And FYI, the cheap knock offs are not as good, I tried them.
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