In my experience, I've seen them routinely used in riding schools - hence my comment, as I believed it to be relevant to a RS rider irrespective of the cost of their boots.
I'd say its entirely personal preference @JodieB - I prefer caged stirrups as I find them more comfortable. I've ridden dressage, jumped and hacked miles in them - but equally, routinely ride quite happily ride in non-caged stirrups as well. I wouldn't overthink what stirrups you ride in at this stage
I'd say its entirely personal preference @JodieB - I prefer caged stirrups as I find them more comfortable. I've ridden dressage, jumped and hacked miles in them - but equally, routinely ride quite happily ride in non-caged stirrups as well. I wouldn't overthink what stirrups you ride in at this stage