The Shoulder Relief Cinch is outfitted with the patent-pending Balance Buckle™. It is the strongest buckle on the market, made of 304 stainless steel - most other cinch buckles are plated iron. Functionally, the Balance Buckle™ is next level. The flat horizontal portions of the buckle keep the cinch evenly tightened on the horse's body. Since the Shoulder Relief Cinch is a unique shape, it really benefits from this feature.

The StretchTec Shoulder Relief Cinch actually changes the angle and placement of the latigos on the horse to prevent the saddle from being pulled into the shoulder blades, resulting in a free shoulder and better movement.  The center of the cinch sits in the horse's natural girth groove, while the buckles are set farther back to keep the saddle in a safer position away from the rotating shoulder blades.

Let 'em Breathe

The one-of-a-kind patented (US Patent No. D843,666) triangular center elastic feature allows the StretchTec Shoulder Relief Cinch to expand with the 1.5 cm chest expansion that horses experience while breathing. The design also allows it to stretch in a more anatomically friendly way to contour better to a horse’s barrel and provide even pressure over the sternum.

A Better Buckle

The cinch is outfitted with the patent-pending Balance Buckle. It is the strongest buckle on the market, made of 304 stainless steel - most other cinch buckles are plated iron. Functionally, the flat horizontal portions of the buckle keep the cinch evenly tightened on the horse's body. Since the Shoulder Relief Cinch is a unique shape, it really benefits from this feature.

Elbow Comfort

The contoured shape of the StretchTec Shoulder Relief Cinch makes it great for elbow comfort. The cutaways in the cinch pull it back away from the horse's elbow for additional range of motion.

Chosen by Top Athletes

Gina Schumacher started off as a customer experimenting with a StretchTec Shoulder Relief Cinch, and quickly outfitted her entire barn with them when she felt the improvement.  Shoulder Relief Cinches have also been used by Pro Rodeo and World Equestrian Games athletes.

Neoprene & Wool Fleece Liners

The StretchTec Shoulder Relief Cinch also features a removable liner system to allow for easy cleaning of the liner, as well as the flexibility of swapping between limestone neoprene and wool fleece liners.

Money Back Promise

If you don't LOVE your StretchTec Shoulder Relief Cinch, send it back used for a full refund within 90 days.
*It is recommended to replace your cinch every two years. Check your cinch before every ride.  Do not use a cinch with any damage or signs of wear.