Are you completely done with cold feet when riding? Or does the rain flows in through your boots? Especially in rainy and cold weather, good shoes are important for equestrians: if you spend a lot of time outdoors, in the stable and on the back of a horse, you will quickly suffer from cold and wet feet. So it’s about time to seriously start thinking about what footwear you desperately need for the worst weather conditions. In this blog, we will be looking at our favourite (riding) boots and shoes for this autumn and upcoming winter!
What features the perfect winter riding boots?
The best autumn and winter riding boots will be warm, waterproof and provide optimal wearing comfort. If you also want them to be safe in the saddle, they need to have all the features that regular riding boots would have, like stirrup-friendly soles, flexibility around the ankle and a comfortable fit, as well as a lining to keep your feet warm.
Which winter boot is suitable for me?
It can be a struggle to find the perfect winter boot. And because winter boots and shoes have several important jobs to handle - especially for equestrians - you have to look at those features which will suit you the best.
To help you out we’ve selected our favourites and highlighted their most important features so you'll surely find a boot that suits your needs!
Thermal boots
Thermal riding boots have warm, synthetic fur lining and a waterproof foot. There are high thermal boots as well as ankle thermal boots. The sole of these boots have a crude profile and are made froglm rubber which gives you extra grip when walking in the snow or in muddy areas around the stables. Not every thermal boot is suitable for riding. Are you looking for a thermal boot to use around the stables? Check out the
Thermal Boots Covalliero Ottowaor the
Thermo Boots Harry's Horse Quebec.
We also know that not everyone needs heavy-duty boots and some of us really don’t want to choose between fashion and comfort. The
thermal boots HV Polo Glaslynn or the
thermal boots Imperial Riding Matey will be the perfect pick for all those fashionista’s among us!
Thermal boots made for riding
There are also thermal boots which are suitable for riding. These boots have a more narrow foot so they fit comfortably in a stirrup and have a more subtle sole profile. Examples of these thermal riding boots are the leather
boots Epplejeck Janouk with elastic inserts at the back for a perfect fit, the comfy
thermo boots BR Siberia with water repellent nylon and Velcro fasteners, or the warm
thermo boots Harry's Horse Toronto with zipper and reflective piping.
Outdoor boots
Maybe fashionable
outdoor boots are really the thing you are looking for? Outdoor boots are often made from leather with nubuck leather or suède details. Often they have a comfortable and warm lining and a waterproof foot which makes outdoor boots very suitable for cold and wet days. They are perfect for long hikes or simply to wear during competitions on wet terrain. Outdoor boots are not suitable for riding and are not always waterproof. There are many different models to choose from. Either high boots like the beautiful waterproof
outdoor boots Horka Highlanderwith suede shaft and decorative buckles or the trendy laceboots
Ariat Wythburn H2O lined with 200 grams Thinsulate or short boots like the waterproof
outdoor boots Horka Greenwich with TPR (Thermo Plastic Rubber) slip-resistant outsole.
Leather Jodhpurs
Designed for winter riding, these zipped
jodhpurs Epplejeck Inverno Winter have a faux-fur lining which guarantees to keep your feet snug in the lowest of temperatures. These comfortable jodhpurs are practical for everyday riding and barn and stable chores.
Jodhpurs are ankle-high and leave plenty of freedom of movement which is what distinguishes them from riding boots. Combined with
half chaps of a matching colour they are often also permitted during competitions
Rubber Jodhpurs
The waterproof
jodhpurs Thermo QHP Adult are lined with a cosy synthetic teddy fleece to protect your feet against snow and cold. The elastic inserts of these rubber jodhpurs are covered with imitation leather which will keep your feet and ankles from getting wet. Because of the rubber material, these jodhpurs are easy to clean and maintain so ideal to wear during daily barn and stable chores.
Stable Shoes
Wave goodbye to sore feet with sturdy, waterproof
stable shoes. If you work in and around the stables, ranch or farm several hours a day, stable shoes can be very useful for you. Stable shoes or paddock boots are comfortable boots for daily use and are made from sturdy, easy to clean materials. With the
Ariat Telluride II H2O with waterproof PRO™ construction with waterproof full-grain leather, your feet will definitely stay dry all day long. The slip-resistant Duratread™ outsole offers you better grip in wet and icy conditions. Aren’t we all familiar with that time of the year, when mucking out stables with frozen or snow-covered ground..?! If you prefer zippers over laces the
stable shoes Quur Trabajar might be the one for you and exclusively available at Epplejeck!
No matter what Mother Nature has in store for you, it will be quickly forgotten when wearing the right waterproof (riding) boots or shoes so you can entirely focus on your beloved four-legged friend. With so many comfy and stylish footwear options, we bet you are getting all excited for fall and winter season now!