Does size matter ? (Stirrup Question, not sex related)

[itsmyparty]

My stirrups are currently 4 3/4 " but I do notice a problem of my feet slipping through so I'm not on the ball of my foot. Would smaller stirrups help me or am I just being a crap rider ? (I do have childishly small feet - size 4).

 

[Toby_Zaphod]

To find out your correct size you need to put your boot on & then stand on a tape measure. You should allow about 1/2" either side of your boot to get the correct size.

 

[itsmyparty]

Marvellous - I will do that when I get home !

 

[Thistle]

or as a rough rule enough to get your little finger either side.

 

[Nailed]

i used 4 and 3/4 stirrups and i have size 9's so i think a smaller stirrup would help lol!!

Lou x

 

[itsmyparty]

Hahaha ! Am now expecting DRAMATIC improvement in my riding as soon as I get new stirrups.....!

 

[Ezme]

LOL! Just remember if you ever do any showing with a riding judge you need to use bigger stirrups or you might infuriate them or end up with a stuck male judge who'll steal your horse! lol

 

[itsmyparty]

Ezme, I would PAY to see that !

 

[Ezme]

lol maybe not then....