A monoflap girth is a short girth designed for monoflap saddles - jumping or dressage saddles where the billets sit long under a single flap, and the girth buckles on top of the saddle inside the flap. Monoflap girths are typically 50cm-75cm long, much shorter than traditional long girths.
When should I use a monoflap girth?
Use a monoflap girth only with a monoflap saddle. Don't substitute a long girth on a monoflap saddle or vice versa - the billet length and girth fit are designed together.
What monoflap girth brands do you stock?
Kentucky Horsewear Sheepskin Anatomic Short Girth - the standing monoflap option. For broader monoflap girth options, see girths - CWD Contact Short and similar monoflap-specific patterns are also available.
How do I size a monoflap girth?
Monoflap girths size by overall length in centimetres. Measure your saddle's billet position to the rough centre point of the horse and double that for total girth length, then add 5cm of buckle clearance.
How do I care for a monoflap girth?
Wipe down after each use. Sheepskin sections need a brush-out and occasional sheepskin shampoo. Inspect the buckle plates regularly - monoflap girth buckles often pivot inside the saddle flap and can wear faster than traditional long-girth buckles.
Should I use sheepskin lining on a monoflap girth?
For sensitive horses or hot weather, sheepskin lining adds comfort. For standard use, plain leather is fine. The Kentucky Sheepskin Anatomic Short Girth combines anatomic shape with sheepskin lining for both comfort and shoulder clearance.
