Importance of using Horse riding boots

Posted by HelenaNelson on November 13th, 2017

Foot wear is important while riding the horse, hence it is essential to wear proper riding boots while it is near the saddle or around the saddle. Depending upon the gender, horse riding boots will be designed, because wearing them not only look good but also will be comfortable while riding. These riding boots will be of different materials, size, colour and styles.

Tips for the selection of horse riding boots

Selection of horse riding boots is important in order to protect feet while stepping on horse which is most essential. Here are the important tips to remember while selecting casual horse riding boots:

• Shape of your foot is one of the most important factors.
• Riding style of your horse such as Western, English etc.
• Style of the shoes you wish to wear that is Paddock, western or tall boots.
• Budget you wish to invest on your riding boots.
• Material you like to wear.

Material selection in horse riding boots

Material is important especially when it comes to footwear for comfortable as well as for longer duration otherwise it creates a lot of problems to feet. It can be either casual horse riding boots or even western boots or paddock boots, but material used is important. Below are the different types of the materials with which riding boots are designed:

• Leather boots

Leather is one of the best materials for selecting footwear, because it will be of good quality. But they will be expensive and long last for longer periods of time.

• Synthetic boots

Synthetic boots will be of low-cost, but they produce a lot of heat in the feet when worn. They will be a good option in the winter or cold weather climatic conditions rather than in summer. Generally western and English riding boots are only designed in this material.

• Cotton canvas boots

Canvas boots in cotton material will be another best option for selecting riding boots. This is a good choice for the summer or hot places.

Types of Horse riding boots

Horse riding boots' comes in various models and styles, but in general it is categorized in to two main types that are English and Western. So check the type of English shoes and Western horse riding boots.

English horse riding boots

English riding boots are again of Paddock boots, tall boots and field boots.

Paddock boots

Paddock boots will be shorter in height with narrowness in its width and are generally designed using synthetic material. These will be a good choice in winter.

Field and tall boots

Field and tall boots will be mostly similar in their designs. Both of them will be taller in height and reach till just below the knees. This design uses high quality leather only.

Western riding boots

Western riding boots are popularly cowboy boots, which most of the western country people like. These will be of medium height designed with the hide of any animal.