THE GIRTH WITH SPACE TO MOVE
This new innovative patented design has an Active Cushion Sternum Plate that has two parts.
The outer is a reinforced plate that will not give under girth tension. This is spaced away from the horse by the Active Cushion which holds the Sternum Plate away from the horse’s rib cage. The Sternum Plate makes the girth straps bridge the pectoral muscles and it is this lack of pressure that is the key to allowing the horse to engage by the use of an unimpeded Rectus Abdominus and better leg retraction due to the Ascending Pectoral muscles not being squashed!
The girth is made from a choice of real or synthetic leather that you will have to look hard to notice the difference. The reason we use synthetic material is because of its’ superior qualities of keeping clean and looking great even after years of use.
Girths straps can be the same or different lengths depending on your horses and your requirements. They can be changed at any time in the future very easily.
THE FREESPACE GIRTH IS AVAILABLE IN TWO VERSIONS
DRESSAGE VERSION
The Free Space (Dressage) version girths has buckle ends which can be separate like our H Girth or they can be joined using a double buckle guard.
LONG VERSION
The Free Space Long Version has girth sleeves included, which have been designed to help stop pinching.
WITH THREE SIZES OF STERNUM PLATE:
STANDARD VERSION
The top layer of the Sternum plate is a reinforced plate that will not give under girth tension. Measured at the widest point, the standard sternum plate is 9.5 inches (19cm) wide.
SLIM VERSION
The top layer of the Sternum plate is a reinforced plate that will not give under girth tension. The slim sternum is for horses that are narrower between the front legs. Measured at the widest point, the slim version is only 7.5 inches wide (12.5cm) so would be better suited for the slimmer horse.
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STANDARD STERNUM UNDERSIDE
The sternum plate is spaced away from the horse by the Active Cushion which holds the Sternum Plate away from the horse’s rib cage.
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SLIM STERNUM UNDERSIDE
The sternum plate is spaced away from the horse by the Active Cushion which holds the Sternum Plate away from the horse’s rib cage.
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LIKE ALL WOW PRODUCTS MODULARITY IS KEY & THESE DIFFERENT BUCKLE GUARDS, STRAPS & GIRTH SLEEVES CAN ALL BE PURCHASED SEPERATELY
STUD STERNUM PLATE
The Free Space Stud Sternum brings the benefits of Free Space to jumping horses, while also offering the same level of protection as a standard Stud girth.
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STUD STERNUM UNDERSIDE
The sternum plate is spaced away from the horse by the Active Cushion which holds the Sternum Plate away from the horse’s rib cage.
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SINGLE BUCKLE GUARDS
If your girth straps are far apart than single buckle guards will be the best fit as it means your straps can go in different directions.
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SINGLE PADDED BUCKLE GUARDS
Padded buckle guards are an option if you would prefer more padding underneath the buckles themselves.
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DOUBLE BUCKLE GUARDS
If your girth straps are close together then a double buckle guards will work nicely to keep your straps joined.
DOUBLE PADDED BUCKLE GUARDS
Padded buckle guards are an option if you would prefer more padding underneath the buckles themselves.
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GIRTH SLEEVES
Girth sleeves are not a necessity, although they do come as standard with the long version of the girth. They have been designed to prevent pinching of the straps.
GIRTH STRAPS
Single girth straps for FreeSpace girth comes in various lengths and can be changed at home.
LAMBS WOOL COVER BLACK
A Lambs Wool cover for the lower sternum plate of the Free Space Girth, which sits against the horse.
LAMBS WOOL COVER WHITE
A Lambs Wool cover for the lower sternum plate of the Free Space Girth, which sits against the horse.
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AVAILABLE IN REAL OR SYNTHETIC LEATHER
SYNTHETIC LEATHER
Our synthetic leather will have you looking hard to try and notice the difference. It has superior qualities of keeping clean and looking great even after years of use. You do not need to use any leather treatments on this synthetic material, just a quick wipe down with water will do the trick!
REAL LEATHER
Our real leather versions of the FreeSpace girth are available in a choice of colours so you can match your girth to your saddle. You can chose from Black, Dark Brown, Havane, Nutmeg and Oakwood.
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FREESPACE VIDEOS
LEARN MORE ABOUT THE FEATURES AND BENEFITS OF THE FREESPACE GIRTH AND SEE IT IN ACTION
The Impact of Girthing on Horses Locomotion
Gillian Higgins assesses the FreeSpace girth
The Proof Is In The Sweat
CUSTOMER TESTIMONIALS
‘The improvements in his movement and comfort have been undeniable. The unique Active Cushion Sternum Plate has truly changed the game for us. The lack of pressure on his pectoral muscles and rib cage allows him to fully utilise his abdominal and pectoral muscles during jumps, making it easier for him to move more freely, comfortably, lift his front legs and land more smoothly over fences.
Sammy has always been an economical jumper, conserving his energy and often lazy with his front legs. However, I have noticed a significant improvement in his form over fences since using the WOW™ Free Space Girth. He's now more tucked and up in the forearms, which has resulted in less poles being knocked.
Since coming off the track, Sammy has been 'girthy' and sensitive over his rib area when the girth is tightened. However, thanks to the WOW™ Free Space Girth, he is now less reactive when the girth is tightened and doesn’t have the unnecessary tension to his girth muscles
.I believe that prioritising my horse's comfort is key to building a strong and positive partnership. Thanks to my WOW™ saddle and Free Space Girth, my horse is happy and never associates his job with any sort of discomfort. It's incredibly pleasing to see him perform at his best, knowing that he's comfortable and content in his tack.
I am excited for all the clear rounds that the future holds for us, with our WOW™ Free Space Girth.’
- CAITLIN GOSS
GALLERY
FREESPACE SHOP
