There are many types of girth and the best stud girths will protect your horse’s girth area additional protection when he’s got studs in for additional grip while jumping. For this reason it is important that the middle section or kicking plate is of a suitable size, while added padding increases pressure distribution and comfort.
Anatomical shaping helps the girth sit in the right place and prevents pinching or your horse’s movement being hindered. You should also look out for elasticated straps and robust attachments for martingales and breastplates.
We’ve rounded up a selection of the best stud girths, including both leather and synthetic, and long and short styles.
Best stud girths for jumping
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Hy Equestrian Waffle Stud Girth
Colours: Black or brown | Sizes: 24–34in (short) or 36–54in (long) | RRP: From £40.99 |
This anatomically shaped stud guard is designed to help promote freedom of movement, particularly over fences. It’s made of a strong yet soft material, which is textured to allow airflow and for extra comfort. The broad belly pad features a martingale attachment and ring, and it is elasticated at both ends with stainless steel roller buckles. It’s also easy to wipe clean.
Colours: Black or Havana | Sizes: 44–54in | RRP: £99.99 |
This Mark Todd stud girth is made from soft, padded leather, with smart contrast stitching. It features three training rings and adjustable martingale strap, with secure double elastic at both ends.
Colours: Black or brown | Sizes: 44–54in | RRP: £57.99 |
This contoured synthetic girth is lined with anti-chafe cushioning fabric, which also increases airflow to reduce the risk of sweat build-up and rubbing. Also available in a short version, 24–34in.
Colours: Black or brown | Sizes: 42–54in | RRP: £79.99 |
This anatomically shaped girth from Hy features a flexible yet durable TPU outer shell that provides a high level of protection and is easy to wipe clean. It has ventilation holes to keep your horse cool, while the soft neoprene lining ensures comfort and prevents slipping.
Colours: Black or brown | Sizes: 22–28in (short) or 45–55in (long) | RRP: £169.95 |
This LeMieux girth combines dynamic gel and ultra-soft leather to absorb and distribute pressure evenly across girth. The contoured shape offers space behind the elbow as well as enhancing saddle stability, while the low-profile strike area avoids too much weight.
Colours: Black or Havana | Sizes: 48–56in | RRP: £88.50 |
This soft leather stud girth from Rhinegold has a fully padded underside and elasticated straps. The stainless steel D-rings make it easy to attach training aids.
Colours: Black or brown | Sizes: 22–3in (short) or 48–54in (long) | RRP: From £260 |
This Fairfax stud girth combines all the pressure-relieving benefits of the Fairfax Performance Girth with stud guard protection. It is contoured to avoid areas of peak pressure behind the elbow and is available in long or short versions.
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Elevator Performance Long Stud Guard
Colours: Black or Havana | Sizes: 46–56in | RRP: £80 |
With elastic ends to equalise pressure, this padded girth from Elevator Equestrian is shaped to leave more room around your horse’s elbow for more freedom of movement and to prevent pinching. The leatherwork is pre-conditioned and does not need oiling.
This anatomically shaped leather girth from Stübben has triple elastication on both ends and is made from one piece of leather without a central seam. The belly side is padded with soft panel leather, while the outer side is made of robust and easy-to-care-for leather.
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Wow Soft Release Switcha Girth
Colours: Black or brown, with a choice of panel colours | Sizes: 22–32in | RRP: £395 |
With a removable stud guard, this design makes this Wow girth perfect for anyone who needs stud protection on occasion but wants a conventional girth for everyday and flatwork use. The stud guard is securely held in place by a Velcro “sandwich”.
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