Riding Gear

BOOTS

There are many colors and styles to choose from with boots, first I mention the western or cowboy style. When you find a really comfortable pair of these you end up wearing them all the time, well maybe just every chance you get you will have them on. The leather colors and styles are a lot to choose from. The other type of boot is the English riding boot these are more custom fit and you may have to look at a sizing chart before you purchase a pair. For winter months they are available in a thinsulate tall boot. There is also a great rubber boot that is great for barn work or when its rainy and wet outside. With whichever boot you like to wear make sure they are a comfortable fit you want them to do more than just look good you want them to feel good too.

CHAPS

Chaps are essential for English riders, you know what I mean if the leather straps have ever pinched your legs, ouch! They are available in half and full sizes, and for the young riders they have great colors to pick from so you can match your saddle pad. I won't forget the Western riders out there they have a western show chap that is very functional. Also, I think they help hold you in the saddle, a better seat you might say, but that's my opinion. Oh yea, they're good for the winter for an extra layer.

HATS

Safety when riding is important especially for the young ones, and the adults, so you will probably need a riding helment. The most popular ones seem to be the bright colored ones again you can match that saddle pad. The western hat comes in straw and felt styles, they are good for keeping that hot sun out of your eyes and off your head. So be sure to check out the colors and styles out there and have fun choosing one or two.

GLOVES

I personally like to wear a riding glove it gives me better grip on my reins when I ride, again it's a personal preference. They have a crochet style that I like for the summer but is available in thinsulate for winter. The leather ones are a classic I wear these all year round, plus your hands get a little protection. The children's gloves come in great colors, imagine that you can match something else, oh yea your saddle pad. Oh well have fun deciding on what gear you want to include when you ride and remember ride safe.