The Flex-On Composite (the GC2) is the best seller of the Flex-On range and the stirrup most riders start with. Shock-absorbing elastomers sit between the frame and the footbed and soak up the impact that would otherwise travel into your ankles, knees, hips and back. The wide footbed holds your foot where you put it, so your lower leg stays quiet and your heel stays down. The frame is composite with a steel core. That core is why Flex-On composites do not snap like cheaper plastic stirrups. Choose your footbed and tread This is the decision riders get stuck on. Here is the honest answer. Inclined footbed — angled so your heel drops and your leg stays still. The usual choice for jumping. A small number of riders get ankle or calf tension from the angle. If that has happened to you before, go flat. Flat footbed — the traditional feel. Usually chosen for dressage and flatwork. Grip tread — a textured composite surface. Plenty for everyday riding. Ultra Grip tread — adds stainless steel studs. It keeps gripping even when the footbed picks up sand and grit. Most of our customers choose Ultra Grip. The variant photos show the frame color, not always your exact footbed and tread. Use the tread comparison image in the gallery. Build your own Frame color — 12 options, including Black, Navy, Anthracite, Brown, Glacier Blue, Chocolate and Beige Footbed tray color — Black or Gray Each pair includes one black magnet with the Flex-On logo. Swap it for another color or design any time. Which Flex-On stirrup is right for you? Composite(this one) Aluminium Safe-On IR-ON S Hunter H Price $285 $420 $399 $450 $395 Frame Composite with steel core Forged aluminium Spring steel Spring steel Composite Foot releases in a fall No No Yes Yes No Color choices Many Many Many Few Silver or dark gray Pick this if You want the classic Flex-On feel at the best price You jump big and want the most stable footbed You want a safety stirrup you can still customize You want a safety stirrup with a modern steel look You show hunters and need a classic, quiet look The Safe-On and IR-ON S releases need a rider of at least 40 kg (88 lb) to trigger. Lighter riders need the Safe-On Junior. Common questions Do they fit my normal stirrup leathers?Yes. Standard eye, standard leathers. Composite or Aluminium?The Aluminium supports the footbed at four points instead of two, so it feels steadier landing off big fences. For most riders the Composite does the same job for $135 less. Are they legal to show in?Yes, for hunters, jumpers and equitation. For the most conservative hunter look, see the Hunter H. Not sure which combination is right for you? Message us and a rider will help you choose.
