Saddle Girth: Secure Hold and Comfort for the Horse
Fix the saddle reliably and gently. Discover anatomical saddle girths, soft materials, and stud girths for daily equestrian sports.
BUSSE Passage Line AS Saddle girth Subscription
- Anatomical fit for maximum freedom of movement
- Three interchangeable paddings for individual comfort
- Extra skin-friendly, ideal for sensitive horses
Regular price: €261.31
BUSSE Passage Line CS Saddle girth Subscription
- Maximum freedom of movement for your horse
- Three individually interchangeable comfort paddings
- Premium quality leather
Regular price: €261.31
Covalliero saddle girth with memory foam Subscription
- Long belt with D-ring
- Optimal freedom of movement thanks to its curved shape
- Padded with memory foam
Regular price: From €25.01
BUSSE Saddle Girth SCHNUR-DR Subscription
super flat short dressage girth made of smooth polypropylene string-material; recommended for horses with small room to move at elbow in order to avoid chafe marks with loops for putting away the girth straps roller-buckles width: approx. 12 cm
Regular price: From €28.20
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Saddle girth black, 45 cm, synthetic rubber 50 cm Subscription
Size: 50 cm
- Dressage girth made from synthetic rubber with roller buckles - anatomically shaped to provide increased freedom of movement for the horse - also suitable for tree-less Freedom saddle
Variants from €23.59
Sale price: €27.17 Regular price: €32.99 (17.64% saved) BUSSE Saddle Girth SCHNUR-STANDARD Subscription
string material roller-buckles width: 12 cm
Regular price: From €26.12
Curved saddle girth, PU, black, 140 cm Subscription
- soft, friction-free and easy to care for PU - the entire strap is reinforced, making it extremely durable and tear-resistant - with roller buckles for easy adjustment - easy to care for and washable
Regular price: From €21.44
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Saddle girth extension black Subscription
Manufacturer colour: black
- leather
- lengthens your girth up to 27 cm
- stable buckles
Sale price: €7.70 Regular price: €9.29 (17.12% saved)
BUSSE Saddle Girth VINYL-LONG, without elastic Subscription
BUSSE Saddle Girth VINYL-LONG, without elastic long girth made of very soft vinyl with hygienic, smooth surface, easy to clean soft-edged seams, skin-friendly anatomic cut, tapered in the elbow-area stainless steel roller-buckles width: 8 - 10 cm colour: black
Regular price: €47.19
BUSSE Saddle Girth LAURENZA-DR Subscription
beautifully designed short girth made of best saddle leather, refined with patent leather pro nature: made of predominantly vegetable tanned leather completely padded and with enlarged contact surface for optimal function anatomically cut and preformed for improved position of girth and saddle as well as best possible elbow-room fits also round bodied horses, horses with a distinctive rib-vault or horses with narrow chest enlarged contact surface along pectoral muscles with multilayer padding-profile for ideal distribution of pressure – for improved breathing and blood circulation both sides elasticated with extra strong, knowingly short triple elastic big carabiner hook centred stainless steel roller-buckles width: 8 – 26 cm
Regular price: From €157.79
BUSSE Saddle Girth VINYL-GEL-LONG Subscription
- long girth made of very soft vinyl with hygienic, smooth surface, easy to clean
- soft-edged seams, skin-friendly
- anatomic cut, tapered in the elbow-area
Regular price: From €55.39
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Saddle girth brown, 140 cm black 100 cm Subscription
Manufacturer colour: black Size: 100 cm
- padded - cotton fabric with reinforcements - stable buckles
Variants from €8.79
Sale price: €9.35 Regular price: €9.99 (6.41% saved) %
BUSSE Saddle Girth 3D AIR EFFECT-CURVED-DR D 50 black Subscription
Manufacturer colour: black Size: 50
- Moon shape for optimal fit
- Wide contact surface for optimized pressure distribution
- Innovative 3D Air® Effect Mesh material
Variants from €75.24
Sale price: €78.38 Regular price: €79.00 (0.78% saved) %
BUSSE Saddle Girth 3D AIR EFFECT-DR D 50 black Subscription
Manufacturer colour: black Size: 50
- Anatomical form for comfort
- High-functional 3D Air® Effect Mesh material
- Central D-ring for auxiliary reins
Sale price: €78.38 Regular price: €79.00 (0.78% saved)
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Dressage Girth Economic black 40 Subscription
Size: 40
Softly padded, polyester cover and hard wearing nylon straps. No elastic.
Variants from €14.89
Sale price: €15.43 Regular price: €19.95 (22.66% saved) %
BUSSE Saddle Girth VINYL-GEL-LONG D, elastic 100 black Subscription
Manufacturer colour: black Size: 100
- Anatomical form for comfort
- Soft, cuddly vinyl material
- Additional gel insert in the underbust area
Variants from €63.74
Sale price: €68.97 Regular price: €72.00 (4.21% saved) BUSSE Saddle Girth PRO SOFT-DR D 45 black Subscription
Manufacturer colour: black Size: 45
- Soft material for high comfort
- D-ring for quick buckles
- Invisible plug in the belt ribs
Variants from €56.94
Regular price: €70.40 %
Contour Short Leather Girth black 40 Subscription
Manufacturer colour: black Size: 40
Half moon girth for a better fit on the more full-bodied horse and for when the saddle tends to slip forwards. In high quality leather with very soft padding. With D-ring and roller buckles in stainless steel. Elastic on both sides.
Variants from €76.55
Sale price: €84.65 Regular price: €99.95 (15.31% saved) %
Leather Girth - with stud guard black 120 Subscription
Manufacturer colour: black Size: 120
Protects against horseshoes. High quality leather, softly padded. Elastic at both ends, stainless steel roller buckles.
Variants from €99.28
Sale price: €118.09 Regular price: €129.95 (9.13% saved) %
Basic Dressage Girth black 40 Subscription
Manufacturer colour: black Size: 40
Dressage girth in soft lattice foam with stainless steel roller buckles. Without elastic. With movable buckles on both sides for optimum girth tension. The anatomical shape prevents pressure points.
Sale price: €23.87 Regular price: €29.95 (20.3% saved)
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Comfort Leather Girth black 110 Subscription
Manufacturer colour: black Size: 110
Soft leather girth with ideal pressure distribution through the wide breastplate. Moulds pleasantly to the horse"s body, thus providing optimum wearer comfort. 3 D-rings for attaching all side reins or breastplates. With stainless steel roller buckles. With elastic.
Sale price: €84.52 Regular price: €99.95 (15.44% saved)
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Saddle Girth Economic black 80 Subscription
Size: 80
Softly padded, polyester cover and hard wearing nylon straps. No elastic.
Variants from €14.49
Sale price: €14.89 Regular price: €19.95 (25.36% saved) BUSSE Leder Saddle Girth STOLLENSCHUTZ-PRO 140 cm Subscription
beautifully designed long girth with integrated stud guard, made of finest saddle leather padded throughout at the deep pectoral muscle for ideal distribution of pressure anatomically cut for best possible elbow-room also fits round bodied horses, horses with a distinctively curved rib-cage or horses with a narrow chest both sides with extra strong triple elastic large centred carabiner hook and small D-rings on the sides, flatly incorporated into the leather stainless steel roller-buckles width on the sides: approx. 9 cm, width stud guard: approx. 32 cm
Regular price: €163.90
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Saddle Strap PU Curved Subscription
soft, friction-free and easy to care for PU the entire strap is reinforced, making it extremely durable and tear-resistant with roller buckles for easy adjustment elastic ends on one side
Sale price: From €20.01 Regular price: €27.99 (28.51% saved)
Saddle Girth: Pressure Distribution and Elbow Freedom
The saddle girth fixes the saddle on the horse's back and prevents it from slipping during riding. Since the girth lies directly on the sensitive sternum and behind the horse's elbows, an anatomically correct shape is crucial. An ill-fitting girth restricts breathing, blocks the movement of the front legs, and causes painful chafing.
Anatomical Shapes for Every Horse Type
Not every girth fits every horse. Classic anatomical saddle girths are cut wider in the middle to distribute pressure on the sternum and tapered behind the elbows to prevent chafing. For horses with a round belly, moon-shaped girths are suitable, preventing the saddle from sliding forward. Asymmetric girths, on the other hand, are the right choice for horses with a narrow chest and little girth groove.
Leather, Neoprene, or Memory Foam?
The choice of material affects care and comfort. Leather girths are extremely durable with regular care and adapt to the body contour. For sensitive horses or frequent use in water, girths made of soft neoprene or memory foam are suitable, as they are easy to clean and pressure-absorbing. For horses prone to girthiness, a cover made of real lambskin can also help minimize friction.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between a short girth and a long girth?
Short girths are mainly used with dressage saddles with long girth straps, so the buckles lie below the saddle flap and do not disturb the rider. Long girths are used with jumping and eventing saddles with short straps; here, the buckles lie on the saddle flap.
How tight should the saddle girth be fastened?
The girth must be tight enough so that the saddle does not slip when mounting and riding. However, it must not cut off the horse's breathing. As a guideline: A flat hand should still fit between the girth and the horse's belly.
What is a stud girth used for?
A stud girth is a specially shaped long girth with a wide belly pad. It is used in show jumping and eventing. The wide pad protects the horse's belly from injuring itself with its own horseshoes or studs when bending its front legs over a jump.
Functional Girths for Equestrian Sports
Correct girthing is essential for riding safety and the horse's well-being. A solid girth distributes the pull evenly and leaves the elbow enough clearance for expansive movement. Elastic inserts at the buckles also make re-girthing easier and adapt to the horse's breathing.
Choose the girth that fits your horse's anatomy and saddle model. We offer durable short girths for dressage and robust long girths for show jumping. Look for smooth-running roller buckles and skin-friendly materials to make everyday stable life comfortable for you and your horse.