An elasticised webbing surcingle made with a biothane girthing point, worn over the saddle for extra security. Essential for racing and eventing, where a saddle slipping at speed over a jump or during a tight turn can be dangerous.

Key Features

• Elasticised webbing construction — allows natural movement without restricting the horse's breathing
• Biothane girthing point — strong, supple and easy to clean
• Provides essential extra security over a saddle
• Ideal for racing and eventing
• Lightweight and low-maintenance

Sizes Available

• Small — 205cm
• Medium — 215cm
• Large — 225cm
• XL — 235cm

When to Use a Surcingle

Worn over the saddle on top of the girth, a surcingle acts as a secondary retention strap. If the primary girth were to fail, the surcingle keeps the saddle in place — a small extra layer of safety that's standard equipment in most racing and eventing disciplines.

How to Fit a Surcingle Correctly

• Fit it over the saddle after you've girthed up and tested the primary girth tension
• The biothane girthing point sits against the horse's belly, behind the elbow — same line as the main girth
• Adjust so the elastic has give but isn't loose — you should be able to slide a flat hand under it, not a fist
• Re-check after the warm-up; horses often "blow up" before settling, and the surcingle will need taking up a hole
• Tuck loose straps neatly — flapping ends scare horses and can get caught on a stride