RID'UP Stirrups
Innovative safety stirrups from RID'UP®
The French label RID'UP is shaking up the market with a new concept in safety stirrups. With the RID'UP FUN and RID'UP PLUS products, it tackles a problem that is the cause of most injuries in equestrian sports: getting caught in the stirrup and - in the worst case - being pulled along by the horse.
The patented click joint on the stirrup attachment reduces the risk of such causes of injury, as it comes loose in the event of a fall and the entire stirrup falls away from the stirrup leathers.
This connection point brings further advantages: the stirrups are rotated 90° in the suspension, which means that the stirrup leathers lie flat against the saddle flap, the stirrups themselves are easier to pick up and the natural posture of the foot is supported. This in turn ensures a better posture for the rider and less stress on the joints.
The RID'UP PLUS model also comes with a sophisticated, flexible tread surface. Elastomer buffers under the tread contribute to better balance and effectively absorb shocks. The result: improved overall performance for the rider, which can easily add up to seconds in scores.
The closed system reduces the risk of stirrup breakage, which can often be observed with open systems of modern stirrups. Especially for jumping this feature is a plus for safety.
The advantages at a glance:
SAFETY: patented safety snap system (joint connection)
BALANCE: articulated clip, flexibility and movement for an optimized positioning
COMFORT: 90° suspension and positioning - the stirrup leathers stay flat on the saddle flap and there is automatically a natural positioning of the foot
RESISTANCE: Composition of polyamide with fibres and Ixef clip
GRIP: Two rows of spikes for optimum grip
FAQ
1. What is special about RID'UP safety stirrups?
The special feature of these safety stirrups is the patented click joint, which detaches from the stirrup leathers and falls off in the event of a fall. This reduces the risk of injury and also of being pulled along by the horse. The click joint is positioned at the top of the stirrup bar suspension and moves during riding.
2. For which types of riding are the RID'UP safety stirrups suitable?
The RID'UP safety stirrups can be used in all equestrian sports. But they are a particularly good choice for eventing and jumping, where the risks of injury to both rider and horse are increased.
3. Can you improve your performance with RID'UP safety stirrups?
The RID'UP safety stirrups can improve the rider's overall performance. The click-joint and the bevel in the tread surface align the foot naturally, you automatically get a better balance and the 90° rotated alignment also provides a more stable posture for the rider. Especially the RID'UP PLUS model, which is equipped with elastomer buffers under the tread, helps to maintain a steady posture on the horse, as the buffers provide optimal absorption of vibrations and shocks.
4. How are RID'UP safety stirrups attached to the saddle?
Basically like any other stirrup. The RID'UP safety stirrups have a suspension at the top through which the loop of the stirrup leathers is pulled. The difference: The RID'UP stirrups are suspended rotated by 90°, so that the stirrup leathers - in contrast to conventional stirrups - lie flat on the saddle flap. This also makes it easier to pick up the stirrup bar with the foot. When storing the saddle, you can simply push the stirrups up, as with others. To avoid scratches on the saddle leather, there are soft covers for the RID'UP safety stirrups, which you simply slip over the stirrup bar.
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