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.

The invention provides a stirrup (1), comprising a curved upper part (2) shaped to fit fully or partially around the sides and over the forefoot or boot of the rider, and a in substance straight tread (3) for supporting the sole of the forefoot or boot of the rider, wherein the stirrup comprises two or more separate structures or one single structure. The stirrup is distinguished by comprising two suspension structures (4, 5) arranged apart along the curved upper part, for arranging leather (8) for suspending the stirrup in a saddle in the respective suspension structures, wherein a medial suspension structure (4) is arranged a medial distance (14) from a vertical axis (12) through a centre point (15) of the tread (3), with the tread as oriented horizontal, of at least one third the length (13) of the tread, and wherein a lateral suspension structure (5) is arranged at or near a top point of the upper part, where the vertical axis (12) through a centre point of the tread crosses the upper part, with the tread as oriented horizontal, in horizontal direction within ⅕ of the tread length. The invention also provides a combination of the stirrup of the invention and a leather, and use thereof.

The invention provides a stirrup (1), comprising a curved upper part (2) shaped to fit fully or partially around the sides and over the forefoot or boot of the rider, and a in substance straight tread (3) for supporting the sole of the forefoot or boot of the rider, wherein the stirrup comprises two or more separate structures or one single structure. The stirrup is distinguished by comprising two suspension structures (4, 5) arranged apart along the curved upper part, for arranging leather (8) for suspending the stirrup in a saddle in the respective suspension structures, wherein a medial suspension structure (4) is arranged a medial distance (14) from a vertical axis (12) through a centre point (15) of the tread (3), with the tread as oriented horizontal, of at least one third the length (13) of the tread, and wherein a lateral suspension structure (5) is arranged at or near a top point of the upper part, where the vertical axis (12) through a centre point of the tread crosses the upper part, with the tread as oriented horizontal, in horizontal direction within ⅕ of the tread length. The invention also provides a combination of the stirrup of the invention and a leather, and use thereof.

A system and method for use of a stirrup with multiple treads and side pieces.

A system and method for use of a stirrup with multiple treads and side pieces.

A system and method for use of a stirrup with multiple treads and side pieces.

A system and method for use of a stirrup with multiple treads and side pieces.

A safety stirrup includes a C-shaped frame and a supporting assembly. A pivot portion and a first connecting portion are respectively disposed at two ends of the opening of the frame. An arm with a second connecting portion is pivotally connected to the pivot portion and is selectively connected with the first connecting portion. The supporting assembly consists of a first plate, a second plate with elasticity and a third plate. The third plate is stacked on the bottom portion of the frame. The second plate is stacked on the third plate. The first plate is stacked on the second plate with a higher position of a front end than that of a rear end.

A riding saddle having a saddle tree, a seat surface arranged thereon, and on each side of the saddle a stirrup holder fixed to the saddle, and which riding saddle is characterized in that a damping device is attached between the saddle and each stirrup holder. During the landing of a horse at the end of a jump, the damping device distributes the load by the mass of the rider applied to the stirrup holders over a period of time.

A riding saddle having a saddle tree, a seat surface arranged thereon, and on each side of the saddle a stirrup holder fixed to the saddle, and which riding saddle is characterized in that a damping device is attached between the saddle and each stirrup holder. During the landing of a horse at the end of a jump, the damping device distributes the load by the mass of the rider applied to the stirrup holders over a period of time.