You’ve likely seen Freejump stirrups in every hunter/jumper and equitation arena. While the brand is world-renowned for its distinct single-branch safety stirrups, they also engineer traditional-style irons packed with high-tech joint relief. With three major Freejump models on the market, it helps to understand which ones focus on emergency safety release, and which ones focus purely on rider comfort and performance.
The Technology: Safety Release vs. Traditional Closed Iron
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The Safety Release Models (Soft'Up Pro 2 & Soft'Up Classic+): Built with Freejump's signature single-branch design. The outer branch is made of flexible Elastollan® that bends open under pressure if you fall, allowing your foot to clear the iron immediately and preventing you from being dragged.
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The Traditional Closed Iron (Air Pure): Built with a traditional, solid outer loop that does not open or release in a fall. It gives you Freejump's elite shock absorption and non-slip sole grip, but packages it in a traditional silhouette required for specific show rings, medal finals, or clinics where single-branch safety stirrups are discouraged or restricted.
Breaking Down the Models
| Feature | Soft'Up Pro 2 | Soft'Up Classic+ | Air Pure |
| Safety Release? | YES (Flexible outer branch) | YES (Flexible outer branch) | NO (Traditional closed iron) |
| Best For | Ultimate lateral stability & maximum grip | Classic equitation look with safety protection | Traditionalists looking for maximum joint comfort |
| The Eyelet | Open/Angled: Forces the stirrup leather to lay flat against the saddle flap, automatically bringing your heel down. | Parallel: Allows the stirrup to hang straight, offering a traditional profile preferred by some equitation riders. | Traditional Alignment: Designed to look like a standard iron from a distance but packed with shock-absorbing tech. |
| Tread Width | Extra-Wide (Maximum grip) | Medium (Optimized for smaller feet) | Classic Profile with elastomer shock absorption |
Which one should you buy?
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Choose the Soft'Up Pro 2 if you want maximum safety release protection, suffer from knee/ankle joint pain, and want maximum shock absorption with a non-slip metal grid grip.
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Choose the Soft'Up Classic+ if you want maximum safety release protection, have a smaller boot size, want premium shock absorption, and want a slightly more understated, elegant look in the show ring.
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Choose the Air Pure if you want maximum shock absorption and relief for your joints while maintaining a classic, traditional aesthetic for clinics or specific show rings.
Ready to Upgrade Your Ride?
Investing in the right stirrups isn’t just about looking sharp in the equitation ring—it’s about protecting your joints, anchoring your lower leg, and ensuring you have the right security for your specific discipline.
Whether you need the security of the Soft’Up Pro 2, the refined, smaller footprint of the Soft’Up Classic+, or the traditional look of the Air Pure, Freejump has a biomechanical solution tailored to your riding style.
Still unsure which model is best? Stop by Olson's Tack Shop to see them in person, or chat with our team online to find your perfect fit.