Why are these stirrup leathers amazing?
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- Customer Reviews
Updated and improved in 2022, stirrup leathers just got a whole lot better. Try them out for 90 days, and if they don’t make a huge impact on your riding we will pay your return shipping! Offer only valid for US orders.
SLIM Stability Stirrup Leathers are now available in an intelligent low-profile design that removes the buckle bulkiness of traditional stirrup leathers from under the saddle skirt, leaving a rider feeling nothing but the comfort of the saddle. This unique design also allows a rider to configure the stirrup irons to be rotated 90° from traditional positioning to alleviate knee strain (see above photo gallery for example).
The SLIM Stability Stirrup Leathers’ wide-body design brings an unprecedented level of stability to a rider’s leg by providing a broader contact area on the saddle flap. Traditional 1 inch wide stirrup leathers have an inherent instability against the flap due to their height to width ratio. This either causes the two layers shift independently of one another, or the entire leather to rotate.
SLIM Stability Stirrup Leathers solve this problem by reducing the stirrup leathers to a single layer of leather and broadening the portion of the leathers that touch the flap. These 2 design elements provide an unparalleled level of stability not possible in traditional stirrup leathers.
The secondary benefit of this wide-body design, is the unbelievably smooth feeling under the rider’s leg. By the same mechanism that provides stability, they smooth out the transition from stirrup leather to saddle flap to create a feeling of “no leathers” under the leg. When this is paired with the ultra-slim design under the saddle skirt, it becomes the most comfortable stirrup leather available.
Another key benefit of the SLIM Stability Stirrup Leathers comes from the material selection. The entire body and strap of the leathers is covered in soft calf leather. Internally, nylon webbing runs through 100% of the leathers, from the stirrup bar to the tip of the strap, which guarantees these leather WILL NOT STRETCH.
SLIM Stability Stirrup Leathers are designed deliberately in two styles, either JUMP or DRESSAGE in sizes Small, Medium or Large, which fit like 48″, 54″ and 60″ traditional leathers, respectively.
More specifically the size ranges are as follows:
Jump Small: 18-22 inches
Jump Medium: 19-23.5 inches
Dressage Medium: 21-26.5 inches
Dressage Large: 22-28 inches
Maximum saddle flap length (measured top of stirrup bar to bottom of flap):
Jump Small: 15 inches
Jump Medium: 16 inches
Dressage Medium: 17 inches
Dressage Large: 18.5 inches
Please note that due to the unique design of the SLIM Stability Stirrup Leathers, the irons (stirrups) cannot be “run up” onto the saddle flap for storage. They must be crossed over the seat of the saddle instead (or left in place).
United StatesOutstanding!
I bought these leathers for the extra stability that’s nice to have when riding/training youngsters, and they’re much more comfortable than traditional leathers. The quality of the leather and craftsmanship is superb and I love that the stirrups can be attached to where they are perpendicular to the saddle making it easier to get your stirrup back should you lose it. I was hesitant to buy these at first because the stirrups have to either remain hanging down, or flipped over the saddle when not in use. However, I discovered that this isn’t really a drawback after all! Because of the way they’re made at the top, they’re very easy to slide on and off the stirrup bar, which is great for lunging! I highly recommend these, and I can’t say enough good about Total Saddle Fit’s commitment to their customers making sure that they’re happy with the products they purchase.
United StatesNo more leg pinch!
I was looking for wide leathers that didn’t pinch my legs the way traditional English leathers would, these fit the need. I trail ride and don’t like to wear half chaps or tall boots. So my only options, until I found these, were fenders. Fenders are fine but heavy on my Total Contact Saddle and most won’t let you use English stirrups. These are perfect, well made, nice quality leather. Just as stable as fenders, weigh less, win, win. The short length was also just right for the TCS and no leg pinching!
United StatesComfortable Leathers
The moment I got in the saddle I noticed immediately the bulk that once was under my leg was gone. Can't wait to try the jumping stirrup leathers to see how they work.
United StatesSlim stability stirrups
I like most things about them, except it was hard to stick the extra leather in the pocket and I don’t like that you can’t store them easily. Flipping them over the saddle causes the skirt to curl, not ideal.
QUIET & STABLE LEG
LEG STABILITY
The wide-body design allows for a broader contact patch on the flap, which results in a calmer and more secure leg.
"NO LEATHERS" FEEL
A more gradual transition from the stirrup leather to the flap makes the leathers disappear and gives a "no leathers" feeling.
ULTRA SLIM UNDER SKIRT
In Its Natural Habitat
United StatesOutstanding!
I bought these leathers for the extra stability that’s nice to have when riding/training youngsters, and they’re much more comfortable than traditional leathers. The quality of the leather and craftsmanship is superb and I love that the stirrups can be attached to where they are perpendicular to the saddle making it easier to get your stirrup back should you lose it. I was hesitant to buy these at first because the stirrups have to either remain hanging down, or flipped over the saddle when not in use. However, I discovered that this isn’t really a drawback after all! Because of the way they’re made at the top, they’re very easy to slide on and off the stirrup bar, which is great for lunging! I highly recommend these, and I can’t say enough good about Total Saddle Fit’s commitment to their customers making sure that they’re happy with the products they purchase.
United StatesNo more leg pinch!
I was looking for wide leathers that didn’t pinch my legs the way traditional English leathers would, these fit the need. I trail ride and don’t like to wear half chaps or tall boots. So my only options, until I found these, were fenders. Fenders are fine but heavy on my Total Contact Saddle and most won’t let you use English stirrups. These are perfect, well made, nice quality leather. Just as stable as fenders, weigh less, win, win. The short length was also just right for the TCS and no leg pinching!
United StatesComfortable Leathers
The moment I got in the saddle I noticed immediately the bulk that once was under my leg was gone. Can't wait to try the jumping stirrup leathers to see how they work.
United StatesSlim stability stirrups
I like most things about them, except it was hard to stick the extra leather in the pocket and I don’t like that you can’t store them easily. Flipping them over the saddle causes the skirt to curl, not ideal.