MALE EQUESTRIAN REVIEWS MAGNETIC STIRRUPS

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[@greenleaf4570]

"do you get electrocute when it rains?" has the same energy as "do we need water for the dryer?"

[@genevapriest6190]

Giggle!!

[@donnapalmeri9573]

Jesse,my man,having another "BLONDE MOMENT" LOL🙄🙄

[@antoniaprze]

I thought exactly the Same HAHA

[@surfbot417]

Jesse, too cute.

[@gigikry]

"I’m not sponsored by them, don’t buy their products don’t buy this product " had me in tears😭😂🤣

[@eleanorx0726]

same 😭😭

[@shizukagozen777]

😂😂😂

[@Snowboardergirl1455]

Jesse: “will you get electrocuted?” Matt: “I’ve lost all brain cells… ITS A MAGNET!” 🤣🤣

[@abigray8585]

🤣🤣, I started laughing when I saw this comment.

[@ruthkult6536]

Exactly what I was thinking! 🤣

[@choco3424]

to be fair as an electical engineering student... it could be an electrical magnet ... so

[@caitlinpadgett-pararider5037]

I'm a para rider and these stirrups have been my saviour! I should probably make a video about it!

[@Bianka_Taylor]

Yes please do! Have you jumped with them on?

[@anonymixx8106]

You definitely should!!

[@wordzmyth]

That sounds like a great perspective. The safety side could also be huge.

[@guinevereskylark7318]

My hips are cocked to an angle from years of carrying server trays. I have the worst time keeping my right stirrup because of it, but I also don't want to make the problem worse by shortening the leather more than the left foot. I'm super tempted to try these out. I do mounted archery so being able to keep my foot in the stirrup is super important since your hands are so busy.

[@wordzmyth]

I think they will be a great help for some people. The mounted archey sounds amazing! Like a Chinese saga

[@sirenserenades]

Those stirrups are SUPER safe. They dont compare to anything else on the market. If you fall off, theres nothing trapping your foot since the outer side of it is fully open, and the magnet will just drop once that force of the fall hits. So I definitely think they're worth it from that argument!

[@jhorvers]

I get that point.. But what if you have to jump of in case of an "emergency".. You can't get your feet out straight away because of the magnet and having to reach down twice to hold the "stirrup strap" before being able to pull your feet out can make the difference between getting of clean or getting injured.. How does that work in a situation like that?

[@sirenserenades]

@@jhorvers If you were to throw yourself out of the saddle the stirrups would come off one way or another, even if it meant the leathers following above the saddle... I understand your concern but I have personally not heard about any situations like that where the rider used Ophena stirrups and got problems because of them. I guess you'll have to ask in a forum specific for ophena users to find an answer to your concerns.

[@marithbruggeman6876]

@@jhorvers there is a movement to get them off your foot without having to use your hands you kind of tilt your foot outward until the magnet isn’t connected anymore and with some practice it is very easy and quick

[@fonjadidi]

I would say a cheaper and just a safe option would be toe cages, they only cost $30 I use them for trail riding also so that branches etc are less likely to go into the stirrup

[@ahorsenamedcelty9505]

@@jhorvers I've had emergency dismounts in these stirrups and they come off really easily. I got them after I got bucked and dragged by a horse resulting in a broken ankle. I refuse to use any other stirrup now.

[@maryaseneth2228]

I wonder how the stirring would impact the jumping part of your riding. It was interesting and beneficial observing the dressage aspect of the stirrups would be which makes sense in your review. Now I wonder how the stirrups would be with you and Chase? That would be a good follow up/part 2 review

[@hpg.sporthorses8610]

I have them, and I'm a jumper, they also work awesome with that as well.🥰

[@suxe9021]

@@hpg.sporthorses8610 thank you for answer^^ I do wonder if there is sth about it you didn't knew before using them

[@hpg.sporthorses8610]

@@suxe9021 my first time using them I accidentally put the left one on the right side😅 so then they don't work, but when I switched them it was much better obviously😂

[@hpg.sporthorses8610]

@@suxe9021 it does really take time to get used to them tho, for me it took like two/three weeks I think before I really got used to them, now I couldn't go without 😅

[@niamhellis6651]

Agreed! I'd love to see a video jumping just to see how beneficial they are. Really interested in buying them, but it's a lot of money, so a non sponsored opinion jumping would be awesome!

[@jlovejoy33]

Emporio is looking gorgeous!!! He's maturing so beautifully, his movement is looking stunning but with a lot of ease. Fun to see him developing!

[@Sanne013]

Thank you for the smell test. That's without a doubt one of the most important things when reviewing a product. 🤣 No matter how amazing the product is, if it smells bad, I don't want it anywhere near me. 😅

[@thatcrazyhorsegirl6513]

I've seen these EVERYWHERE! My trainer even has a set and loves them!

[@makenziejordan8077]

i got these a few months ago, and i LOVE them.. it took me a while to get used to not being able to move my feet in the stirrups but i feel much safer & secure when using these stirrups. the price point is high - i agree with that but i honestly really love them and i put them on every horse i ride! i’ve yet to jump with them but I imagine it would be pretty normal.

[@EllaLillieEquine]

I usr them for jumping and there sooo good. When you get yeeted you still have your stirrup and personally has helped me keep my lower leg more stable! X

[@scottrohrig2358]

I think this would be more beneficial to the paraplegic riders maybe? Where they won’t have much leg control

[@lunamagicath1658]

They have two types. One made for Jumpers as it’s illegal in dressage and one with a stronger magnet design for paraplegic riders

[@scottrohrig2358]

@@lunamagicath1658 that is so awesome that they also thought of other riders needs and abilities ❤️

[@patriciaruth2894]

Perhaps the stirrups would be good for a para rider? You're such a good rider Matt, I love the way you and Jesse are with your horses!

[@angiekuk]

Could you please try the wide stability stirrup leathers? they are supposed to stabilise the lower leg when jumping by increaseing the surface area in contact with the saddle

[@SwitchbladeSue]

I LOVE mine. I have a slim version. No double leather under my leg. The close contact feel is amazing. Not to mention. No bulk from a buckle under your thigh

[@jadefarquhar3367]

I have had them for nearly a year now. Wouldn’t use anything else. Honestly makes me feel so safe.

[@Fionashorses]

The older I get, the more I play out potential dangerous scenarios in my head 🤯 and I do often think of the getting dragged one! These new stirrups with side release I personally find so offensively ugly. And not sure why they need to have basically a cheese grater as grips 🥴 I think these are much more attractive. I’d like to hear the thoughts after a few weeks use . Also emporio is looking amazing! He’s come on loads. Top job ⭐️

[@marithbruggeman6876]

I have had these stirrups for almost 2 years now and I wouldn’t want any other stirrups anymore

[@XxTsukiNaruxX]

I would just like to add something that I didn't hear you say in your video. But these are amazing for riders with disabilities who struggle keeping their feet in their stirrups. I know someone who uses them where previously she would use elastic bands to keep her foot in her stirrup.

[@Callatya]

This is a brilliant point! They get around the need for toe caps for fall safety and other attachment methods for keeping them steady. As an accessibility product, they look really really handy!

[@Katherinekirbydressage]

I absolutely love these product reviews!

[@Dieno123]

I would love to see a second part of you trying it while jumping! This was a great test, but it would be interesting to see it with jumping.

[@Spotted_lily_exotics]

Please do more videos like these! (: I’ve always wondered about these stirrups, thank you for sharing your thoughts

[@StoneHorseProductions]

Emporio is maturing beautifully, good work!

[@jgirr5824]

Thank you Matt, appreciate your thorough 🧐reviews and updates from past ones, good to know. 7:18 and Jesse 😂😂 comments ~ Very satisfying video! ❣❣❣

[@jennajenna1238]

I love how well Emporio listens to you. I have a Tennessee walking horse gelding, he doesn't listen the best, he is a very smart but lazy horse and likes to play get out of work games like rooting. He is just a pleasure horse walk, gait and just hang out together. He is a sweetheart on the ground tho, seeks me out, loves grooming, scratches, and baths, he doesn't trot and has the smoothest running walk, so he has his charms.

[@rhiannajarmy]

Can we appreciate how stunning emporios tale is 😍

[@lollywenzel7276]

I can say that if you’ve ever fallen off and your boot gets stuck in the stirrup and the stirrup bar doesn’t release as the horse is running (yes, that happened to me on a gravel road - horse spooked, jumped to the right and I went left) then I will say this is a true miracle device without ever putting a foot into it!

[@donnapalmeri9573]

When I was learning to ride,the saddle was English,and my instructor told me the stirrups were safety stirrups. They would release,and drop,should I begin to fall off the horse.This never happened,however,it stuck with me all these years.I don't think I'll ever try these magnetic stirrups. Just saying.🙂🙃

[@lollywenzel7276]

As I mentioned, an English saddle has a release mechanism on the bar the stirrup leather goes through that is supposed to release the stirrup - it didn’t

[@helenhinds8581]

Wow, I thought that was just a quick way to take your stirrup leathers off for cleaning. I'd never trust it to release if falling, that little bar is super stiff

[@NoThankUBeQuiet]

@@lollywenzel7276 I mean why would you rely on that. It MIGHT release but I've never known anyone who doesn't keep them down. Just use the safety stirrups not these gimmicks

[@lollywenzel7276]

Ummmm, perhaps because I was 15 and my riding instructor told me that that’s why they were there? Perhaps you got better information - and good for you. I wasn’t so lucky and why not be open to new developments before automatically labeling them “gimmicks”

[@sallyann-watson3588]

Emporio is working so beautifully Matt!

[@FoxnCrow]

I really enjoy watching your videos. I would really love if you could do a video on what products you use on your horses tails, they look amazing 🖤🥰

[@DS-ky9dl]

Emporio looks great! It's been a while since we have seen him ridden.

[@pjk1714]

Not sure I'd go there. The horse appears to respond to your movement but if weight in the stirrup is important like for me, shifting or fiddling to find comfort could cause a reaction in my case I'd have a difficult time correcting. I'm glad to see you back and appreciate the time to share the review. It's always more helpful to visualize then just read. Thanks for sharing and your boy looks great. Hope Chase is doing well too. Miss seeing him.

[@sophieconnor64]

You should make a video of you jumping chase in them to see what it feels like jumping in them is really like to know as I feel I’d benefit from these but I want to know what they are like to jump in first x

[@sophieconnor64]

I’d really like to know not is

[@marithbruggeman6876]

I have the stirrups and I think they are wonderful also for jumping

[@th-inkcreative8967]

Hi Matt ! Wonderful job as always !! Would love to have your opinion on the i-Bride bits, I'm pretty sure it would be a product you might like

[@trenarichardson690]

Great video thanks Matt

[@syzygyfarm]

OMG. What a fun video. :D I love when you do legit reviews.

[@hpg.sporthorses8610]

I've had these for over half a year, and I LOVE them😍 I use them for literally everything, I'm a jumper myself so I just them mostly for that but also with dressage it's really nice cuz it's one less thing you have to think about it😂

[@Eaweston_author]

I'm so glad you did this video, I've been looking at this product for about a year now, unfortunately they don't make western ones. Thanks for the review 🙂

[@1062ish]

There's always a moment in your videos when the two of you shine through😂 ⚡⚡⚡⚡⚡

[@jillycannan6243]

Iv tried all brands of irons in 55yrs, these are by far the best. I purchased a pair last year. Love love love them 💯

[@lolanelson9634]

Those are such a classy pair of stirrups; They are really cool 😎 !

[@alys6504]

Interesting! Thanku for reviewing. Added bonus to see how far your horse's training has progressed! He is looking 👌 Any chance you would be able to video a lesson or a full training session with Emporio. I'd really appreciate it 🙏 Thanks again for another informative vid

[@ingridblohm-hyde805]

Very good review, good points and fair

[@Missing58]

He is such a beautiful animal. He also appears to be well mannered and kind. Calm.

[@jessjones8592]

Pretty cool Matt. Nice video

[@cindyagnello1486]

I honestly think that the magnetic stirrup is more beneficial for serious trail riding

[@essi4133]

i haven’t ridden a horse since i was in middle school but every time, without fail, i’m here.

[@sallybeavers8506]

I never comment on your videos but this stirrup is so cool I’ve never seen anything like this and most barrel racers don’t wear things like that or bother wearing things that aren’t very good for them or their horses. You’re super cool and I look up to you as my favorite English rider bc you’re such a good rider and you’re a model and a equestrian I could never handle both.

[@biancagravely4372]

I’d love to see these in jumping! Also interested in the wide stirrups leathers

[@joancramer3804]

He is just so beautiful and very connected to you Matt.

[@avikasixfour2362]

I have ophena stirrups since release I basically got second batch from preorder My first soles broke down, it turns out they improved the design and offered me free new pair. Shipping was free as well (Sweden to Poland) I jump in them on regular basis, I ride bucking horses in them I had awful accident before getting them and was dragged for few hundred meters by a stirrup. They are the only reason I still ride and I love them

[@TheBabyNele]

I bought them two years ago because my mare loves to make a 180 degree turn and go for a run whenever she fancies 😅 i LOVE them and would recommend to everyone! Helped me a lot and I didnt fall off anymore since I bought them. It's not that cheap but the quality is very good and I love them, so to me, it's worth the price! You can try them for 60 days and if you dont like them, you can return them for free :) If you turn your ankle to the outside, like make a 90 degree corner leg-foot, the stirrup will get loose, this is the easiest way to loose the stirrup. Only less positive thing i found out is that everything attaches to the magnet insole when you walk around in the stable. Nails and stuff 😅 but that's my only "complain" 😁

[@Hannah37778]

I love my opheans, their perfect for the jumper round if you loose your stirrup and need to get it back without looking!

[@heaven77ish]

Your position I so beautiful. Your lines balance and seat is stunning. And your hands are so bloody kind its amazing to see. Awesome Matt and Jesse, we love you we really do but when you said electrocuted it made that love deeper. Keep up the funny comments cus the banter between you both is a huge part of your contents. Luv& light uk

[@jeffreycurtis3146]

Coming back from a ankle injury these stirrups helped when jumping till I got more flexibility in my ankle. To take your foot out its like riding a bike with your feet locked in to the peddles you rotate your heel outward like twisting your foot in the stirrups then you have less magnetic connection . I only use them now when jumping bigger jumps . The ankle is almost a 100% and I am not sure I will continue using them . I like to be able to slightly adjust my foot . But in the end they certainly did get me back on track jumping probably faster than without them . Take care

[@nelltaylor8171]

They are ridiculously expensive and I’m not convinced the market would be there for us mere mortals. I watched Matt’s ankles and it definitely looked like his ankle was bent to the outside, which could cause issues for a lot of riders (I have weak ankles so I can appreciate this). I think the benefits would be incredible for para riders and can see them being a really great product for them.

[@Cattrix999]

I love the look of the stirrups, very stylish and modern. I've only ridden Western and some of the stirrups I used (way back in the day ) were so Clonky and huge. lol

[@linnsk]

I use these for show jumping and I just love them😍. By the way, the note is given to everyone 🤣

[@laurenirby3782]

Matt! You are too, too funny! I am still laughing.

[@bakugoscrush9561]

“I’ve lost all brain cells” ITS A MAGNET NOT ELECTRICITY. Jesse:👁👄👁

[@annnaward]

Emporio's tail stuck in the velcro makes my brain just shut off everything Matt's saying XD

[@hbeventing2030]

You should try them on your jump saddle!

[@nmharwood17]

Please make more luxury stable tours videos❤❤❤

[@HuntClubBarbie]

Nice boots, Matt! Love the suede. I'm curious about the product but am also concerned magnetic stirrups cld be a crutch that discourages improvement.

[@jemmalouisebennett610]

Omg the electricity muck out fork I rember at one love these strip I want a per

[@frcgfd107]

These stirrups would be great for me as I have a left side weakness in my leg and don’t always keep a stirrup on that side. Thanks for the review. Have you ever done a review on a saddle, I would be interested to hear what you consider important when choosing a saddle.

[@laurelgallahar1444]

I've been looking to get these for ages but yes a little on the pricey side when you can only use them for jumping here. Waiting on a sale, come on black Friday deals. Thanks for the review 🙂 P.S. IF YOU DON'T WANT TO KEEP THEM, I'LL GLADLY LOOK AFTER THEM FOR YOU 😉

[@WAHiDyoureMYlive]

And how far Emporio has come! Wow such a development!

[@WAHiDyoureMYlive]

The way you wear your hair and your beard really suits you :))

[@dolphintrainer2058]

I would only use them for safety when I fall from the horse I will loose the stirrups right away which isn’t given with normal stirrups. Did you already tried the safety stirrups without magnets?

[@christyb7590]

I have been a rider for most of my life, a professional for 25 plus years. I ride with old style fillis irons. I have tried the wide irons, magnetic, angled and so on. My balance is not grounded as is with old style irons. Perhaps it is because that is what I am used to. I really don't like these short cuts to proper position. You must learn how to place and keep the iron on your feet. It's part of equitation which is not just for "show". Equitation keeps you grounded on your horse!

[@maja2143]

I think you are misunderstanding the point of these stirrups. They are not made to help you with being grounded, balance or anything like that. Its for safety. If you fall off your foot won't get stuck in the stirrup.

[@christyb7590]

@@maja2143 Safety is the product of good equitation. That is my point.

[@christyb7590]

If you think a magnet is going to keep you on a horse it's simply not gonna happen. The only good might be to teach you at what angle the stirrup should be on your foot.

[@christyb7590]

And there are stirrups designed just for not getting stuck. Beginner peacock stirrups!

[@saralowe5306]

I totally agree, all the people who need these things really need to do lots of work with no stirrups instead which would be much more beneficial long term to their riding.

[@barbastell263]

I absolutely LOVE my Ophenas! I feel a lot safer and actually think I get a better position with my feet and legs, maby because I can relax not having to worry about losing the stirrups. I also used to fiddle a lot with my feet in the stirrups before, so that felt pretty weird in the beginning but I quickly got used to it. And once you get the technique to get them of quickly it's possible to adjust the position of the foot a bit.

[@tinak.6182]

That's interesting 😀 I saw them long time ago. And wonder how good they could be... Great review Matt. Thank you so much... 🙏🏼👌🏻👍🏻😀

[@countingstrides4068]

I want these so bad.

[@Ayanari]

I like the idea of those stirrups, but I think that by using them you are not really working on your balance as much as you would in normal stirrups I often lose stirrups in canter because I'm used to ride without a saddle more than with so I lift my ankles up (not heels) I feel like if I had magnetic stirrups it would make this issue more worse, because I wouldn't be even able to tell if i lift my ankles or not anymore Like i think the only good thing about those stirrups is that you are less likely gonna get your leg caught in it if you're falling

[@NoThankUBeQuiet]

And there are FAR cheaper options if you want that

[@awarose]

They can actually help you, you feel the weight of them a bit when you lift up like that and makes you more aware about doing that, I used to lift my left leg on days where my lower back hurt but I've stopped doing that now and I'm more stable in regular stirrups too. You can loose them just as easily as normal ones at least if you have the regular strenght magnet and normal sole thickness in your shoes. If you have thicker soles like in a lot of winter boots you need to have stable feet and with the regular strenght insole they will fall of just by lifting the foot a little bit. They now have an option with extra strong magnet insoles wich they recommend for para riders and thick soles I have not tried them so can't say how much stronger they are. When loosing them they are much easy to get on again, they are designed to stay out and not turn and lay against the horses belly.

[@avikasixfour2362]

You feel if you lift your legs up the stirrup Instead of losing it you feel it weight you down. They are heavier than standard stirrups so it's pretty significant feel

[@ahorsenamedcelty9505]

You can just ride stirrupless at least once a week to keep your legs strong. I have these and I ride stirrupless at least once a week.

[@annienilsson5009]

Im from sweden and i would love to try them 😍 a bit expensive and you are not allowed to compeet in them here (dressage) so i will keep on going with my classic stirrups 😂

[@alexischristopherson2219]

you should try them with chase for jumping to see how they hold up!

[@harryspetchannel2437]

best thing i ever bought

[@cassidimccollum]

Maybe try them without the magnet insoles and add that to your review? Would be interesting to see how they compare to regular stirrups just from a safety point of view. Thanks!

[@kinseyshankles9803]

Do you think this stirrup is better for dressage or jumping? Or are they about the same for both based off your quick experience with them

[@ahorsenamedcelty9505]

I have these stirrups I bought them after getting bucked off and dragged by a horse. I've had them for months and I love them so much, they are so safe.

[@MaritvD]

Love my ophena stirrups

[@eyaogponyerne1171]

Math: im not sponsored…, so don’t bye it😂😂

[@PiffMimz]

They are really popular with jumpers here in Sweden :D two ppl in my stable has them and they are both jumpers ;) I personally like the sprenger bow balance cause I have bad knees :)

[@angiekuk]

They would be perfect for polocrosse. When you lean right over and lift opposite foot

[@sunrider3238]

I’ve had some trouble keeping my ankles and feet at the girth when I trot or canter with normal stirrups and I thought with these stirrups it probably make it worse and my balance in the saddle will get worse and not improve. Another thought was what if the horse spooked and the rider can’t get off in time?

[@aniahartman6240]

I think they’re allowed for competing in jumping but not dressage.

[@megtucker1181]

Please try these on Chase. It would be interesting to see how they work for showjumping :)

[@naomiv.houwelingen]

It seems very scary to drive with this the feeling that your brace stays attached to your foot. I myself do not have a very stable foot, but I ride with safety bars but then the normal one with the rubber band. So this seems very strange to me I think you also get a different position of your foot on your bracket by the magnet. I think it would be cool to try someday but not to drive along

[@ariscaprice7766]

Can you test out the air cushion stirrups?

[@emilied5517]

i know this is completely unrelated do the video, but where did you get the sweater you were wearing in the intro?? 😍

[@gretagiannoccaro4811]

Does anybody actually find Matt really funny 😂 so many KZbinrs just boringly talk to the cameras, Matt has enough fun with his own thoughts 😂

[@shaetoomey7619]

Asmr level 1000 😂👌🏼

[@edenwebster9007]

Very helpful video!! If anyone is looking for stirrups i HIGHLY recommend freejumps! The foot of the stirrup is quite wide theeefore you have a large base (idk how to put it🤣) for your foot therefore you feel extremely safe! They are super modern looking and come in multiple different colours😍I love mine and could never go back to metal stirrups!

[@suxe9021]

Matt thank you for the video. Could you review hoofboots/ "HORSE BOOTS" for us? (like explora or so) I am very curious about them Since not many people heard of them they are still such a mystery.

[@CandyGirl44]

The kind the horse wears instead of shoes? My horse is barefoot, but goes on outrides in Scoot boots. We had a different kind before, but the older model, which didn't have a design that allowed water to drain out.

[@katevandenbrink4078]

You should use them jumping with Chase!

[@m.h.6514]

Beautiful chill Emporio. He is foaming quite a bit though. Sometimes ist can be a teethissue.

[@pattycoe7435]

I would feel as if I had less control when jumping. Theses looked confining.

[@SandraGaio]

Oh i need these 😹 when my horse gets scared bc of plastic or something he jumps and turns around so fast.. i always lose one of my stirrups😭

[@ponyparty28]

It’s like the “Cinderella slippers” for riders 💕😅

[@aniahartman6240]

I would get them of safety reasons. I ride alone a lot and I am so scared to get dragged after the horse in case of a fall

[@lollywenzel7276]

As I mentioned above, it DID happen to me and I wish I had had these stirrups

[@aniahartman6240]

@@lollywenzel7276 Yeah absolutely when riding alone! But not for competing in dressage. I would like them as well as I ride alone a lot.

[@ybont86]

Hi Matt, cool video and thorough review. But did you realize you have the stirrups inside out? You should have the open side of the stirrup on the inside of your leg. You can check the pictures at the Ophena website. The balance will be different then, so maybe that will add positively to their feeling during riding?

[@marinahaycroft1075]

I wish I could attach a photo, but you’ll see on the website photos that they have it the way matt used it.

[@shugar8204]

Bonus: they look really cool 😍