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| I didn't want to butt in on the "wide tree" thread with this question so thought it would be best to start a new thread. There is a gelding I'll need the 9" gullet for and would love to know the story of the nettles stirrups. I used to rope in men's saddles and know what the twist means but would love to know if the nettles will help my knees in a wider saddle and why?? Thanks. |
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| excellent topic … was wondering the same thing! |
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Location: CA | I think since the nettles are wood they have a bit more give when you are riding, but honestly I am not 100% sure why they don't make me sore. lol. |
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| If there is some a real reason they work I'm very interested in opinions. Awhile back I saw some of these wood stirrups that are offset and am curious if they would work too. I thought they were beautiful even though pricey. I don't know if I can get a pic up but will try.
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 I Prefer to Live in Fantasy Land
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Location: In the Hills of Texas | The half breeds have a wider base so you don't put pressure on the sides of your feet and they don't put torque on your knees.
I had knee surgery for a torn meniscus and after scraping the joint, it excellerated my osteoarthritis. I have all of the other slanted and crooked stirrups and these were the best for my knees and hips.
My sister is 50 years old and just had both of her knees replaced and these are the only stirrups she can ride in. The rest she ends up having to ride without stirrups.
Rockyroad knows which style is best for barrel racers. I have bought 3 pairs from her.
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| Nevertooold - 2013-11-23 3:00 PM
The half breeds have a wider base so you don't put pressure on the sides of your feet and they don't put torque on your knees.
I had knee surgery for a torn meniscus and after scraping the joint, it excellerated my osteoarthritis. I have all of the other slanted and crooked stirrups and these were the best for my knees and hips.
My sister is 50 years old and just had both of her knees replaced and these are the only stirrups she can ride in. The rest she ends up having to ride without stirrups.
Rockyroad knows which style is best for barrel racers. I have bought 3 pairs from her.
Thank you. I hope she can post some photos of the type that you're talking about. |
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I Prefer to Live in Fantasy Land
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Location: In the Hills of Texas | I posted pictures. I have each of these and I do like them equally. I don't use rubberbands when I run and I have never lost a stirrup. |
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| I really like those and appreciate you posting. Does your friend sell them at a small discount and can you post her website? Thanks very much. |
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Location: TX | I love love love my nettles! |
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I Prefer to Live in Fantasy Land
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Location: In the Hills of Texas | illlookup - 2013-11-23 3:25 PM I really like those and appreciate you posting. Does your friend sell them at a small discount and can you post her website? Thanks very much.
She does take care of BHW buddies..
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Horse-N-Around-Tack/
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| do you have to condition them somehow? |
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I Prefer to Live in Fantasy Land
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Location: In the Hills of Texas | illlookup - 2013-11-23 3:34 PM do you have to condition them somehow?
I've never done anything to mine..I just use them..LOL |
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Location: southeast Texas | Love my nettles. All of the above posted, true.  |
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| Thank you!! |
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| I recently bought a new saddle with nettles on it, at first I wasn't sure if I liked them, now I LOVE them!!! |
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| Nevertooold-do you use those cushioned ones? I think I'd like those. Can you give me an idea of the price of the cushioned ones? |
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Location: In the Hills of Texas | Used2B - 2013-11-24 6:26 PM Nevertooold-do you use those cushioned ones? I think I'd like those. Can you give me an idea of the price of the cushioned ones? I have both the cushioned and uncushioned.
They retail for $155.00 and $160.00. I can't tell that much difference between the two. My sister rides in the cushioned and loves them. I love both of them.
I'm pretty sure Rockyroad has them on sale right now.
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Location: NW MT | Nevertooold - 2013-11-24 6:08 PM Used2B - 2013-11-24 6:26 PM Nevertooold-do you use those cushioned ones? I think I'd like those. Can you give me an idea of the price of the cushioned ones?
I have both the cushioned and uncushioned.
They retail for $155.00 and $160.00. I can't tell that much difference between the two. My sister rides in the cushioned and loves them. I love both of them.
I'm pretty sure Rockyroad has them on sale right now.
Yes, thank you NTO - the Nettles are on our Christmas sale!
The 2 most sold by us to barrel racers have been the Halfbreed - like NTO posted (they are a combo between a regular (Flatbottom) stirrups & an Oxbow) & their Flatbottoms. They do have a slanted type one now too. I have used the Flatbottoms for years now & just cannot ride in any other kind of stirrup. I used to have the Walls Slanted to help my knees, but decided to try the Nettles - & I have not looked back! The Nettles just make me feel all over more comfortable & the only explanation I have is that they are several layers of wood - so they "give", unlike the metal/aluminum ones. I like the little extra width of the Halfbreeds too cuz I have had a fear of getting a foot hung up & I do not feel that way w/these at all.
Please feel free to msg or email me for any info. |
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Location: Bandera, TX | I love the Nettles, I purchased the petite last time as I have a small foot but wouldn't recommend them again. I have had bilateral knee surgeries and terrible low back issues. I need to order a few pair to go with saddles I won this summer, as the knees hurt when I ride the colts in those saddles. |
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Location: In the Hills of Texas | Rockyroad - 2013-11-24 7:52 PM Nevertooold - 2013-11-24 6:08 PM Used2B - 2013-11-24 6:26 PM Nevertooold-do you use those cushioned ones? I think I'd like those. Can you give me an idea of the price of the cushioned ones?
I have both the cushioned and uncushioned.
They retail for $155.00 and $160.00. I can't tell that much difference between the two. My sister rides in the cushioned and loves them. I love both of them.
I'm pretty sure Rockyroad has them on sale right now.
The 2 most sold by us to barrel racers have been the Halfbreed - like NTO posted (they are a combo between a regular (Flatbottom) stirrups & an Oxbow) & their Flatbottoms. They do have a slanted type one now too. I have used the Flatbottoms for years now & just cannot ride in any other kind of stirrup. I used to have the Walls Slanted to help my knees, but decided to try the Nettles - & I have not looked back! The Nettles just make me feel all over more comfortable & the only explanation I have is that they are several layers of wood - so they "give", unlike the metal/aluminum ones. I like the little extra width of the Halfbreeds too cuz I have had a fear of getting a foot hung up & I do not feel that way w/these at all.
Please feel free to msg or email me for any info.
While I have your attention...
Is it true that 5 star makes a pad specifically for treeless saddles? |
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Star Padded Honey
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Location: NW MT | Nevertooold - 2013-11-24 7:39 PM Rockyroad - 2013-11-24 7:52 PM Nevertooold - 2013-11-24 6:08 PM Used2B - 2013-11-24 6:26 PM Nevertooold-do you use those cushioned ones? I think I'd like those. Can you give me an idea of the price of the cushioned ones?
I have both the cushioned and uncushioned.
They retail for $155.00 and $160.00. I can't tell that much difference between the two. My sister rides in the cushioned and loves them. I love both of them.
I'm pretty sure Rockyroad has them on sale right now.
The 2 most sold by us to barrel racers have been the Halfbreed - like NTO posted (they are a combo between a regular (Flatbottom) stirrups & an Oxbow) & their Flatbottoms. They do have a slanted type one now too. I have used the Flatbottoms for years now & just cannot ride in any other kind of stirrup. I used to have the Walls Slanted to help my knees, but decided to try the Nettles - & I have not looked back! The Nettles just make me feel all over more comfortable & the only explanation I have is that they are several layers of wood - so they "give", unlike the metal/aluminum ones. I like the little extra width of the Halfbreeds too cuz I have had a fear of getting a foot hung up & I do not feel that way w/these at all.
Please feel free to msg or email me for any info.
Is it true that 5 star makes a pad specifically for treeless saddles?
yes, it's realitively new. This is what they say about it:
Our 100% WOOL 5 Star Treeless Saddle Pad is designed to contour to any wither height. The concept is the pad will contour to fit the horse's back to prevent the saddle from "rolling" which sometimes happens with treeless saddles.The open back line creates an airflow to help cool the horse. The pad also drops down below the rigging of a treeless saddle to help keep your horse more comfortable and saddle fitting properly.
And here is the link to pictures of them.
http://5starequineproducts.com/saddle-pads/treeless-saddle-pad/ |
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I Prefer to Live in Fantasy Land
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Location: In the Hills of Texas | Thanks! Looks like a great idea.
Can you e-mail or PM me a price for a plain black one?
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Star Padded Honey
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Location: NW MT | Nevertooold - 2013-11-24 8:26 PM Thanks! Looks like a great idea.
Can you e-mail or PM me a price for a plain black one?
will do NTO!! |
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