English riding boots
Being garbed in proper riding apparel is part of the sport of horseback riding. English riding apparel will include breeches and coats, riding boots and helmets. There will also be accessories such as riding gloves, a vest and a tailored shirt. A rider who is dressed up for a ride is a sight to behold. There is regulatory riding apparel when in competition.
No element of English riding attire more fully embodies that combination of style and substance than English riding boots. Whether lace-fronted field boots for hunter-jumper events and some three-day events, or plain-front dress boots for dressage, tall boots present a continuous, elegant line of leather from stirrup to saddle. Beyond look alone, however, their fit–how snugly they follow the body’s contours–directly affects the rider’s control and how clearly commands are conveyed from human to animal. A well fitting pair of boots is not easy to come by. There are so many variables in the human lower leg and feet that can affect the fit. A bit of patience and perseverance will be rewarded with a satisfying boot shopping experience.