Top 5 riding boots for every level of horse rider
With summer coming it is only natural to replace your boots which you have been kicking around the yard in since this time last year. The only problem is what boots do you buy?
Well, we have looked at the boots on the market and put the top five in one place where you can find the best boots for your needs.
Harry Hall - Buxton ladies jodhpur boots (£50.00)
These boots are made from leather and elasticated for a comfortable fit would be good for someone learning to ride and with a pair of chaps could be used for competitions as well. Plus with these boots you could get two pairs for the price of others on the market.
Holly Croxford, 21 from Burnham-on-sea and an equine photographer said she finds these boots easy to ride in.
She said: "I look for ankle boots as I find them easiest to ride in. They are looser around my ankle which gives me more freedom in that area, I find longer boots are slightly restricting."
Holly explains: "Most of my boots are from Harry Hall because I know they last and are reliable."
You can find more information or buy these boots here.
Ariat - Bancroft zip (£159.99)
Available in black or brown these boots are perfect for winter riding with the added combination of being smart enough to use in competition with some chaps.
Lily-Anne Farrow Tillett, 23, from Bristol who has been riding for 17 years, said she always buys Ariat boots when possible because they are comfortable and good quality.
She said: "Ariat boots have always appealed to me, they are a beautiful shape and very comfortable."
"These boots are good because they are smart, comfortable and warm so I can use them in all seasons."
For more information or if you would like to buy these boots click here.
Ariat - Monaco stretch tall zip (£629.99)
At over £600 these boots are a bit pricey, Ariat has always been praised for the quality of their boots. Made of calf leather and with extra support and comfort, these are boots you could wear all day.
Eilish Thoumine, 20, from London has been riding horses for 17 years and does cross-country and show jumping said that these are the best boots on the market for her.
Eilish said: "They're a Spanish cut made of baby calf leather and they are gorgeous.'
"I tend to buy long boots, they look smarter when you're competing and you don't have the issue of mud everywhere in the middle of winter when you're trudging through fields.'
She explains: "Ariat boots are the epitome I think, although they are expensive."
For more information or to buy these boots click here.
Tuffa - Country rider brown (£189.99)
These boots are made from Nubuck Leather, a leather which has been sanded or buffed to make a velvet-like surface. The boot also has a natural wool lining and is brilliant for the wintertime.
Eilish Thoumine said that these are her favourite boots and they are the most expensive item of clothing that she owns but they are worth it.
She said: "They are the most expensive item of clothing I own by a mile, but they are so worth it.'
'They are lined like UGG boots so you are still able to feel your feet in the depths of winter and they are a great investment."
You can find more information or buy these boots here.
Ariat - Bromont tall H2O insulated (£289.99)
These boots combine both style and practicality, they could be used around the yard or in competition and with added insulation you can wear these in all weather conditions.
Jennifer Coakley, 21, from Kidderminster, who has been riding for 13 years said that it is important that you buy boots you are comfortable in.
She said: "Never buy online, go out, get them fitted and make sure they are comfortable as this can seriously affect your riding.'
'These boots are perfect because they are insulated for winter use, all leather and brilliant both for competitions and around the yard. They can also be ordered to your size and laced up to fit perfectly.'
For more information or to buy these boots click here.
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