Waldhausen Safety Stirrup Pro Hinged Riding Stirrups
Description
Waldhausen Safety Stirrup Pro - Hinged Aluminium Safety Stirrups
The Waldhausen Safety Stirrup Pro is a pair of aluminium riding stirrups with a hinge built into the outside branch, which opens under the rider's weight in the event of a fall so the foot is not caught in the stirrup. It suits riders of any discipline who want a mechanical safety stirrup for schooling, hacking and everyday yard riding.
With a tread 6.5 cm wide and 12 cm long and a pair weight of approximately 1.2 kg, these stirrups give a broad, supportive foot platform while staying light enough to run up and down the leathers easily. They are supplied as a pair and fit standard stirrup leathers. Browse more stirrups to compare options.
Key Features
- Hinged release: the hinge sits on the outside branch and opens under the rider's weight during a fall
- Entrapment protection: designed to stop the foot being caught in the stirrup
- Wide tread: 6.5 cm wide and 12 cm long for a stable, secure foot position
- Aluminium build: high-quality aluminium at approximately 1.2 kg per pair
- Best for: riders wanting a simple mechanical safety stirrup with no elastics or springs to replace
- Supplied as a pair, ready to thread onto your existing leathers
Specifications
| Brand | Waldhausen |
|---|---|
| Model | Safety Stirrup Pro |
| Material | High-quality aluminium |
| Tread width | 6.5 cm |
| Tread length | 12 cm |
| Safety mechanism | Hinge on the outside branch, opens under rider's weight |
| Weight | Approx. 1.2 kg per pair |
| Quantity | Pair |
| Country of origin | Pakistan |
How to Use
- Thread each stirrup onto your stirrup leather, keeping the hinged side facing outwards, away from the horse.
- Fit the leathers to the stirrup bars and check the bars are set correctly on your saddle.
- Adjust the leathers to your usual riding length and check both sides match.
- Place the ball of the foot on the tread, leaving roughly 1 cm clearance either side of your boot.
- Wipe the stirrups down after riding and keep the hinge free of grit, sand and dried mud.
- Check the hinge, leathers and stirrup bars as part of your routine tack checks and replace any stirrup that has been damaged or taken a heavy impact.
FAQ
How does the Waldhausen Safety Stirrup Pro work?
A hinge is built into the outside branch of each stirrup. In a fall, the rider's weight causes the hinge to open, which prevents the foot from becoming caught in the stirrup.
What size is the tread?
The tread is 6.5 cm wide and 12 cm long, which gives a broad platform for the ball of the foot.
Are these stirrups sold as a pair?
Yes, they are supplied as a pair and weigh approximately 1.2 kg together.
What are they made from?
They are made from high-quality aluminium, which keeps the weight low compared with heavier stirrup materials.
How do I know if the tread length suits my boots?
Measure the widest part of your riding boot sole and allow around 1 cm of clearance either side on the 12 cm tread. If you ride in bulky winter boots, measure those too before ordering.
Which side should the hinge face?
The hinge sits on the outside of the stirrup, facing away from the horse, so the mechanism can open freely.
About Waldhausen
Waldhausen is a long-established German equestrian brand producing saddlery, rider apparel and yard equipment. Its range is built around practical, hard-wearing designs for riders and horse owners at every level.