Welcome to StirrupStreet ("StirrupStreet," "we," "us," or "our"), located at stirrupstreet.com. These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your access to and use of our website, articles, reviews, buying guides, and any related content or services (collectively, the "Site"). By accessing or using the Site, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, please do not use the Site.
1. Who We Are
StirrupStreet is a horse riding and equestrian review publication. We write about tack, apparel, grooming supplies, barn equipment, riding gear, and related products and services for riders of all disciplines and experience levels. Our content is intended for general informational purposes and is not a substitute for professional veterinary, farrier, instructional, or safety advice.
2. Acceptable Use
When using the Site, you agree that you will not:
- Use the Site for any unlawful purpose or in violation of any applicable local, state, national, or international law or regulation.
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our servers, databases, or any connected systems or networks.
- Scrape, crawl, or harvest content from the Site using automated means without our prior written consent, except as permitted by standard search engine indexing protocols.
- Upload or transmit viruses, malware, or any other malicious code intended to damage or interfere with the Site's operation.
- Post or submit comments, reviews, or other content that is defamatory, obscene, harassing, fraudulent, or infringes on the intellectual property or privacy rights of others.
- Impersonate any person or entity, or misrepresent your affiliation with any person or entity.
- Reproduce, duplicate, copy, sell, resell, or exploit any portion of the Site without our express written permission.
We reserve the right to restrict, suspend, or terminate your access to the Site, in whole or in part, at our sole discretion, for any conduct we believe violates these Terms or is otherwise harmful to the Site, our users, or third parties.
3. Reviews, Opinions, and No-Warranty Disclaimer
The product reviews, rankings, comparisons, guides, and other editorial content published on StirrupStreet reflect the personal opinions, research, and testing experiences of our writers and contributors at a specific point in time. Equestrian equipment, apparel, and tack can vary in performance based on the individual horse, rider, discipline, fit, maintenance, and environmental conditions, and results that work well for one horse-and-rider combination may not translate to another.
All content on the Site is provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis, without warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, accuracy, or non-infringement. We do not guarantee that any product or service reviewed, mentioned, or recommended on the Site will meet your specific needs, be free of defects, or perform as described by the manufacturer or seller.
You are solely responsible for independently verifying product specifications, safety ratings, sizing, and suitability — particularly for items related to rider and horse safety such as helmets, safety stirrups, girths, and protective vests — directly with manufacturers or qualified professionals before purchasing or using any product.
4. Affiliate Relationship Disclosure
StirrupStreet participates in affiliate marketing programs, which means we may earn commissions on purchases made through links on our Site at no additional cost to you.
As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases. This site is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com. Amazon and the Amazon logo are trademarks of Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates. Affiliate relationships do not influence our editorial ratings or recommendations.
We may also participate in similar affiliate programs with other equestrian retailers, tack shops, and brands. Our editorial team maintains independence from our advertising and affiliate partnerships, and products are selected for review and recommendation based on genuine evaluation criteria, not commercial arrangements.
5. Intellectual Property
All text, graphics, logos, images, photographs, and other content published on the Site, unless otherwise credited, are the property of StirrupStreet or its content licensors and are protected by applicable copyright and trademark laws. You may share links to our content and quote brief excerpts with proper attribution and a link back to the original source, but you may not republish, redistribute, or reproduce substantial portions of our content without our prior written permission.
6. Third-Party Links and Products
The Site contains links to third-party websites, retailers, and marketplaces, including Amazon.com and other equestrian suppliers. We do not control and are not responsible for the content, policies, products, pricing, shipping, or practices of these third-party sites. Your interactions with any third-party website or seller, including payment and delivery of goods, and any other terms, conditions, warranties, or representations associated with such dealings, are solely between you and that third party.
7. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, StirrupStreet, its owners, employees, contributors, and affiliates shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages — including but not limited to loss of profits, data, goodwill, personal injury, or property damage (including harm to horses or riders) — arising out of or in connection with your access to, use of, or inability to use the Site, any content published on the Site, or any product or service purchased or used based on information found on the Site.
This limitation applies regardless of the legal theory on which a claim is based (contract, tort, negligence, strict liability, or otherwise) and even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages. Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of certain damages, so some of the above limitations may not apply to you.
8. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless StirrupStreet and its owners, employees, and contributors from any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses, including reasonable legal fees, arising out of or in any way connected with your use of the Site, your violation of these Terms, or your violation of any rights of a third party.
9. Disclaimer Regarding Safety Equipment
Reviews and recommendations involving safety-related equestrian equipment, including helmets, protective vests, safety stirrups, and similar items, do not substitute for certified safety testing, professional fitting, or manufacturer guidance. You assume all risk associated with the selection, purchase, and use of any equestrian equipment discussed on this Site, and we strongly encourage consulting certified equipment specifications and qualified professionals before use.
10. Changes to These Terms
We may update or revise these Terms from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or the services we offer. When we make material changes, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page or, where appropriate, provide additional notice on the Site. Your continued use of the Site after any changes take effect constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms. We encourage you to review this page periodically.
11. Governing Law
These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws applicable in the jurisdiction in which StirrupStreet operates, without regard to its conflict of law principles. Any disputes arising under or in connection with these Terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in that jurisdiction, unless otherwise required by applicable consumer protection law.
12. Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid under applicable law, that provision will be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary so that the remaining Terms will otherwise remain in full force and effect.
13. Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or feedback regarding these Terms of Service, please reach out to us through the contact information provided on our Site. We value our readers and riders and are happy to clarify any part of these Terms upon request.