Stirrup Irons

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Stirrup irons are the metal (or composite) foot supports that hang from your stirrup leathers and give you balance, security and control in the saddle. The main types are traditional fillis irons for everyday riding, safety / quick-release irons (peacock and bent-leg) that help your foot come free in a fall, wide-track and competition irons for a stable platform, and flexi irons with a jointed arm to cushion your ankles and knees. Just Horse Riders stocks over 50 pairs of stirrup irons from Shires, Sprenger, Premier Equine, Korsteel, Lorina, Rhinegold and more, in stainless steel and lightweight composite, from £15.82. Free UK delivery over £50 · Fast next-day delivery available · 90-day returns · Family-run UK retailer. Stirrup-fitting advice from the Just Horse Riders team — last reviewed 12 July 2026. In a hurry? Quick guide: Everyday & general riding → a classic fillis iron ( Windsor Stainless Steel Fillis , from £15.82) Extra security in a fall → a safety stirrup such as the Lorina Bent Leg Safety Iron Lightweight & colourful → a composite iron ( Shires Compositi Premium Profile ) Kinder on knees & ankles → a flexi iron with a jointed arm Your stirrup irons are one of the few bits of kit taking your full weight every stride, so they need to be the right size, the right material for your riding, and in sound condition. We've helped riders choose stirrups since 2010, so here's how to pick a pair that fits your boot and your discipline. Which type of stirrup iron do I need? Type Best for From our range Traditional fillis Everyday riding, showing, all-round use Windsor Stainless Steel Fillis, Shires Fillis Safety / quick-release (peacock, bent-leg) Beginners, children, riders wanting extra fall protection Lorina Bent Leg Safety, Shires Fillis Peacock Wide-track / composite A broad, stable foot platform; lightweight everyday use Shires Compositi Premium Profile, Korsteel Aluminium Flexi / jointed Cushioning stiff or aching ankles and knees Rhinegold Flex