Riding stirrups each comprising a hoop and a foot bed removably attached to the hoop by at least one set of coupling mechanisms are disclosed. An exemplary hoop comprises a curved top portion and a bottom portion. An exemplary foot bed comprises a top surface and a bottom surface with a traverse channel. A preferred traverse channel is configured to receive the bottom portion of the exemplary hoop. The exemplary hoop and foot bed are detachably coupled by a set of coupling mechanisms including at least a first coupling mechanism and at least a second coupling mechanism, located at the bottom portion of the hoop and the traverse channel of the foot bed respectively. A preferred set of coupling mechanism is a ball detent system. An exemplary foot bed may further include removable anti-slip projections on its top surface.

Riding stirrups each comprising a hoop and a foot bed removably attached to the hoop by at least one set of coupling mechanisms are disclosed. An exemplary hoop comprises a curved top portion and a bottom portion. An exemplary foot bed comprises a top surface and a bottom surface with a traverse channel. A preferred traverse channel is configured to receive the bottom portion of the exemplary hoop. The exemplary hoop and foot bed are detachably coupled by a set of coupling mechanisms including at least a first coupling mechanism and at least a second coupling mechanism, located at the bottom portion of the hoop and the traverse channel of the foot bed respectively. A preferred set of coupling mechanism is a ball detent system. An exemplary foot bed may further include removable anti-slip projections on its top surface.

A stirrup device for properly positioning the rider's feet while riding. The stirrup device includes a support ring with holes disposed through one side of the support ring and with apertures disposed through an opposed side of the support ring and also includes a foot support adjustably positioned upon the support ring in relationship to the holes and apertures.

A stirrup device for properly positioning the rider's feet while riding. The stirrup device includes a support ring with holes disposed through one side of the support ring and with apertures disposed through an opposed side of the support ring and also includes a foot support adjustably positioned upon the support ring in relationship to the holes and apertures.

A secondary stirrup saddle system includes a saddle anchor coupled to a saddle. A stirrup strap having a first end and a second end wherein said first end has a coupler. The stirrup strap can be removably coupled to the saddle anchor, wherein the stirrup strap has at least one stirrup coupling point. A stirrup have a coupler can be removably coupled to the coupling point on the stirrup strap. A user can then remove the stirrup strap from the saddle anchor after mounting the saddle.

A secondary stirrup saddle system includes a saddle anchor coupled to a saddle. A stirrup strap having a first end and a second end wherein said first end has a coupler. The stirrup strap can be removably coupled to the saddle anchor, wherein the stirrup strap has at least one stirrup coupling point. A stirrup have a coupler can be removably coupled to the coupling point on the stirrup strap. A user can then remove the stirrup strap from the saddle anchor after mounting the saddle.

The present disclosure relates to a stirrup having an opening and closing function for preventing a body from being injured in a situation such as falling from a horse. The present disclosure provides a stirrup having an opening and closing function, which is coupled to a saddle so that a rider's foot rests thereon, the stirrup including: a main body part having a bottom portion for placing a foot thereon, a top part connected to a saddle strap, and an open part formed on one side thereof; and an opening and closing part for opening and closing the open part, wherein the opening and closing part has one end connected to the main body part with a wire, and the other end which is attachable to and detachable from the main body part by means of magnetic force.

The present disclosure relates to a stirrup having an opening and closing function for preventing a body from being injured in a situation such as falling from a horse. The present disclosure provides a stirrup having an opening and closing function, which is coupled to a saddle so that a rider's foot rests thereon, the stirrup including: a main body part having a bottom portion for placing a foot thereon, a top part connected to a saddle strap, and an open part formed on one side thereof; and an opening and closing part for opening and closing the open part, wherein the opening and closing part has one end connected to the main body part with a wire, and the other end which is attachable to and detachable from the main body part by means of magnetic force.

An apparatus configured for use with a saddle while that saddle is secured to an animal. In a typical application setting, the saddle will include a horn. The apparatus can comprise a main body having a top portion and a bottom portion, the bottom portion being configured to receive the aforementioned horn of the saddle. The apparatus can also comprise a securement mechanism configured to selectively and temporarily secure the main body to the saddle while the saddle is secured to the animal.

An orthotic stirrup interface between a horse and a rider is disclosed. Aspects of the invention include an improved stirrup, an orthotic riding boot, and an indexed interface between the stirrup and orthotic riding boot. Embodiments of the present invention provide for a positive indexed engagement between the foot of a rider and the stirrups. The positive indexed engagement provides greater stability and control of the rider with the horse, improves safety of the rider and horse. An orthotic profile to the stirrup reduces pain and discomfort in the rider's feet. Embodiments for each of a thoroughbred racing stirrup and a therapy riding stirrup and associated footwear are disclosed.