STANDARD / FLAT HINDERNOSE SLEEVES 20 pcs.

Description

Standard / flat obstacle supports - accessories for safe jumping training Obstacle supports are an indispensable accessory for every show jumper. They are used to place the obstacle pole securely on the obstacle stand and allow easy variation of the obstacle height. These obstacle supports are lightweight, handy, easy to use and universally applicable as they are compatible with most common stands and rails.

Main features

• Universally applicable: Compatible with most common stands and rails.
• Lightweight and handy: Easy handling when erecting and dismantling obstacles.
• Various designs: Available in "Standard" (classic) and "Flat" for different requirements.
• Safe jumping: Enable safe placement of the obstacle bar.

Advantages

• Variable obstacle height: The design makes it easy to adjust the height of the obstacle.
• Security: The "flat" design ensures that the bar falls down on light contact to prevent injuries.
• Versatility: Suitable for show jumping competitions and training.

Technical details

• Material: Available in plastic or metal (galvanised metal with Alfako)
• Shuttering depth: Between 18 mm and 30 mm (25 mm for the "Classic" version from Alfako)
• Versions: Standard (classic) and flat
• Pack size: Sold by Alfako in packs of 20.

Executions

• Standard (Classic): (Alfako) With a tray depth of 25 mm, this version is particularly suitable for low obstacles in training.
• Flat: (Alfako) Ensures that the bar falls down if the horse touches it lightly, thus preventing injuries.

Material

• Plastic: Inexpensive, very light and waterproof, but less durable.
• Metal: More hard-wearing and durable, but sensitive to dirt.

Investment in satisfaction

Invest in these obstacle pads to make your jumping training safer and more effective. We sell the obstacle pads in packs of 20. Important notes on purchasing:

• Please note when purchasing via various internet portals: Contact customer service in advance.
• The standard delivery time is a maximum of three working days if stock is available; otherwise it is extended to around four weeks.

Obstacle supports: Supports for obstacles | Alfako

Obstacle supports are particularly useful at show jumping competitions and during riding training to attach the obstacle pole to the obstacle stands. Obstacle supports are trays that are hooked into the obstacle stands. The obstacle poles are then placed on the safety supports.

Obstacle pads have different depths to make it easier or more difficult for the poles to fall down when the horse strides. Obstacle pads are available in various materials and different colours. The areas of application of the obstacle pads vary depending on requirements.

When are obstacle supports used?

Obstacle pads are used in riding training, show jumping lessons and at competitions. The shape of the obstacle pads varies depending on the area of application. For high or long jumps at tournaments, for example, there are special safety pads that provide more protection during show jumping. 

Special safety supports are required at competitions, especially for overbuilt water ditches and high jumps (e.g. oxers and triple bars). Safety pads give way when horses hit them, ensuring that the pole and the horse land safely.

What is the formwork depth for obstacle supports?

The tray depth for obstacle supports is between 18 and 25 millimetres. The deeper the shell, the less likely it is that the poles will fall out of the shell during the stride. In most cases, obstacle pads with a shell depth of 25 millimetres are used for riding training.

At competitions, obstacle supports with a formwork depth of 18 millimetres are used for the upper bar. The shallow shell depth ensures that the pole falls straight down and the horse does not injure itself if it tears the obstacle. Deeper shells of 20 millimetres are selected for the lower poles.

What material are obstacle pads made of?

Obstacle pads are made of plastic or metal. Plastic is inexpensive, very light and waterproof. Plastic overlays are often available in different colours to make it easier to recognise the different shell depths of the overlays. Metal obstacle pads are more hard-wearing and durable.

The disadvantage of plastic covers is that they wear out quickly and are therefore not durable. Metal pads, on the other hand, are very sensitive to dirt, more expensive and require intensive maintenance. The material should be selected according to where the obstacle supports are to be used.

What colours are the obstacle pads available in?

Obstacle pads are available in the colours white, red and yellow. Obstacle pads for training are usually white in colour. The supports for the top poles at competitions are coloured yellow to identify them as the top support. Safety fences are coloured red to mark them as such. 

What do obstacle pads cost?

Obstacle pads usually cost between €4.50 and €40. The price varies so much because the costs of the materials differ greatly. Obstacle pads made of metal are considerably more expensive than those made of plastic. It is also important to differentiate whether it is an obstacle pad or a safety pad.

Obstacle supports from Alfako

Our Alfako obstacle pads are made of galvanised metal and are available in either a "classic" or "flat" version. We sell our obstacle pads in packs of 20 to equip all obstacles on the course with the obstacle pad. 

With a shell depth of 25 millimetres, the "Classic" obstacle support is particularly suitable for low obstacles in training. The "Flat" obstacle support acts as a safety support to ensure that the pole falls down if the horse touches it lightly, thus preventing injuries.

If you have any questions about our obstacle pads or other products in our Alfako online shop, please fill in the contact form with your enquiry or get in touch with us at your preferred address.