In equestrian sport, it's not just the skill of the rider and the quality of the horse that counts, but also the quality of the equipment. After all, as a team you should be able to rely on your equipment. SPRENGER has been manufacturing spurs of the highest quality for over 150 years. In addition to the particularly popular ULTRA fit spurs, which adapt perfectly to the riding boot, there are always further developments, such as the bootprotect spurs, which protect the boot leather and stand out with a particularly slim design. Another particularly innovative development in this area are the fair rider spurs from SPRENGER. These modern spurs bring a breath of fresh air to the world of equestrian sport and set new standards for equine and animal welfare. Let's take a look at what makes the fair rider spurs so special and how they differ from conventional spurs.
Riding with spurs
Spurs in general are by no means an alternative to the driving leg aid, but rather serve to refine the aids. The correct use of spurs must be practiced and the choice of the right spur depends on many factors. You can read more about this in our blog post 'How to find the right spurs'.
The length of the spurs does not necessarily say anything about the 'strength' of the influence, rather a longer spur allows a quicker contact to the horse's belly, which can be particularly helpful for riders with longer legs to prevent a restless leg.
Wheel spurs or spurs without a wheel?
Whether the choice falls on rowel spurs or spurs with a flat or rounded neck depends on the desired effect on the one hand, and on the sensitivity of the horse on the other. In principle, correct application is a prerequisite for horse-friendly riding with all spur models, but it can be said that spurs with a flat neck end can have a stronger effect than rowel spurs with a large round rowel. In contrast to the more punctual effect of spurs with a blunt end, rowel spurs, such as round rowel spurs or our comfort roller spurs, have the advantage that they roll off the horse's belly and are therefore gentle on the coat and skin, even on sensitive horses. Basically, the wider the rowel, the softer the impact. The Comfort Roller Super Soft is a good example of this.
Fair Rider spurs for a gentle effect
If you want an even gentler spur, e.g. because the young horse needs to be carefully introduced to the spur, or because the horse is particularly twitchy on the leg or reacts particularly sensitively to the previously used spur when clipped, then it is worth considering the fair rider spurs.
Highlights of the fair Rider spurs
Gentle, rounded impulse surface: The wide contact surfaces with gentle rounding offer a particularly soft effect that is nevertheless precise and sends a clear signal to the horse. In contrast to conventional spurs with a neck, the rounded shape of the fair Rider minimizes pressure and chafe marks.
Ultimate comfort: Not only for your horse, thanks to the rounded and wide contact surface, but also for the rider, as the lightweight aluminum of the spur stirrup reduces the weight of the spurs and makes them comfortable to wear. The intelligent spur strap guide ensures a good and secure fit on the boot.
Colorful: black, silver or blue? The choice is yours. Both the spurs and the roundings of the fairRider spurs are available in three different colors and color combinations. And the matt surface of the spurs always ensures a simple, elegant look on the foot.
Our fair rider spurs are particularly suitable for this:
- Horses in shedding: these spurs offer gentle and precise communication, which is particularly beneficial during shedding.
- Leg sensitive horses: When horses are sensitive to spurs, fairRider spurs provide gentle and effective contact.
- Horses that are blunt on the leg: For sensitizing horses that show little reaction to normal spurs, fairRider spurs offer a gentle alternative.
- Young horses: They help horses get used to spurs without overstraining them.
- Beginners: These models are ideal for riders who are new to spurs, as their gentle design makes it easier to get started
The fairRider spurs are available in three different versions: thick rounded, thin rounded and round flattened. Each of these versions offers different advantages and customization options. You can also choose from three different colors for the spur stirrups and plastic neck. The size and shape of the impulse surface determine the gentleness of the impact: the larger and rounder the surface, the gentler the contact. With the flattened models, the intensity of the impact can also be individually adjusted using different leg positions.
You were wondering why all variants with 20-25 mm have a rather long spur neck? Quite simple, this way you achieve a smaller distance between your leg and the horse's belly. You are quicker with the spurs on the horse and can maintain a calm leg position. Convince yourself of the effect of the fairRider and tell us about your experiences!
