Buying advice riding boots
The purchase of new riding boots or jodphur boots should always be judged on the basis of the following criteria:
- Fit
- Range of use
- Individual preferences
With the multitude of different styles available today, everyone can find the ideal riding boots for their needs. But in order to guarantee wearing comfort, one should first consider size selection and fit.
Size and fit of riding boots
In contrast to long riding boots, you only need to know your shoe size when buying riding boots or jodphur boots. This is usually always the same as the standard size you wear in other shoes. If you decide to buy a winter riding boot, however, you should bear in mind that thicker socks are also worn in the colder months and consider this accordingly when choosing a shoe size.
If a riding boot from our range runs particularly small or large, you will always find a corresponding note in the product description!
There are also a few things to consider when it comes to the fit:
- How high should the riding boots or jodphur boots be?
Most styles are at least ankle-high. This stabilises the sensitive ankle area and protects it in case you twist your ankle. Make sure that the material of riding boots or jodphur boots that end above the ankle is also comfortable to walk in and does not cut into the foot. Ideally, this area should also be padded.
- How wide is your foot?
Next to the shoe size, the shoe width is an important factor when buying riding boots. We offer the riding boots in our range in the standard boot width, but not all styles are cut the same, so you can find the right boot for narrower or wider feet here too. In any case, the perfect material to suit the different foot widths is genuine leather. It is extremely elastic and stretchy and, after a certain amount of wear, fits the foot like a second skin, so that even with wider feet you can achieve a comfortable fit by breaking it in.
- Delicate or robust?
There are delicate and narrow jodphur boots and there are somewhat more robust riding boots with a coarser treaded sole and generally somewhat stronger materials. The intended use may also define the fit that one should choose. If you are looking for a riding boot for training with your horse, you should rather go for classic jodphur boot with a thin sole and soft leather so that you do not lose the feeling in the stirrup. On the other hand, if you are looking for riding boots that are also suitable for stable work or long walks with the dog, you should look for a more robust shape. A non-slip sole with a deep tread and a wider fit increase wearing comfort. Of course, most yard boots can also be worn for hacking, but they are too bulky for flatwork.
Trying on riding boots
As with long riding boots, you should pay close attention to when you try on the boots. In the afternoon and in warm temperatures, the feet may be a little wider than usual due to water retention. You should also make sure that you „try on“ the boots in all possible positions – standing, sitting and walking.
Decision-making help when buying riding boots
With the large selection of jodphur boots and riding boots, it is not easy to make a choice. Which style is most likely to meet my requirements? An important prerequisite for buying riding boots is to be aware of what purpose the future boot will serve.
We have created an overview to help you find the correct style of riding boots for your needs:
Of course, other factors play a decisive role when buying boots, especially how often you ride with the boots. For example, beginners who have a riding lesson once a week can get by with basic jodphur boots made of rubber. Riders who are at the yard every day and ride several times a week, on the other hand, are better off with a jodphur boots made of durable and long-lasting genuine leather. Likewise, leisure riders who tackle demanding horse treks several times a year will opt for a different pair of yard and riding boots than riders who only need the boots for mucking out the stable.