Horse Riding Boots are a staple item in any equestrian’s wardrobe. Not only do they provide a suitable sole for when the foot is in the stirrup, but they also offer comfort, protection, and support too.
Leading footwear brands have worked hard to understand the needs of the modern-day rider and have used innovative techniques to bring a variety of suitable footwear to the equestrian market.
In this article, we take a look at a selection of the best horse riding boots available to the female and male rider.
Yard and Riding: Ariat Harper Waterproof Boot
A versatile boot suitable for mucking out, equestrian outings, horse riding, and country walks. The Ariat Haper Boots are, as the name suggests, waterproof and come with luxurious removable cushioning, so whatever the activity, your feet will be well cared for.
Top features include:
- Duratread™ stirrup friendly sole
- 4LR™ lightweight stabilising shank for support
- Waterproof full-grain leather
- Padded top collar
- Antique brass logo hardware
Colour: Dark Brown or Dark Earth
Sizes: 3 – 8.5UK
RRP £160.00, Shop now >> Ariat
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Ariat Long Boot: Heritage Contour II Field Zip Tall Riding Boot
An elegant long-riding boot from Ariat, suitable for various competitive disciplines. The contoured shape complements the overall style of the boot, which is available in various sizes for different calf and leg types.
Top features include:
- Calf fit: extra slim, slim, regular, full, and wide
- Height variations: short, medium, and tall
- Duratread™ outsole with rider tested traction zones
- Premium full-grain leather
- Ariat’s 4LR™ technology for comfort
- Elasticated panels and lace
- Premium coiled YKK® zipper
Colour: Black or Sienna
Sizes: 3 – 8.5UK
Jodphur Boot: Mountain Horse Protective Jodhpur XTR Lite Boots
A unique jodhpur boot from Mountain Horse that has met the rigorous EU safety standard ISO 20345:2011 for safety shoes.
Top features include:
- Aluminium toe capped safety boots
- ShockX advanced insole system
- Varied elevation levels disperse weight distribution
- Outsole designed to be more slip-resistant
- Lightweight
- Suitable for men and women
- Upper full-grain leather
- Moisture-wicking technical mesh lining.
Colour: Black or Brown
Sizes: 3.5 – 12UK
Priced: £126, Shop now >> Amazon
Long Boot: Shires Moretta Gianna Adults Leather Riding Boots
A stylish boot with a respectable price tag, the Shires Moretta Gianna riding boots not only look the part but they feel it too!
Top features include:
- Various calf widths
- Wicking lining for breathability and climate control
- Shock-absorbing insoles
- Contoured fit
- Zip to the rear
- Stretch mock lace
- Leather
- Anti-shock soles with steel shanks for anti-fatigue relief in stirrups
Colour: Black or Brown
Sizes: 4 – 11UK
Priced: £108, Shop now >> GS Equestrian
Long Boot: Dublin Ladies Evolution Tall Boots
A classic style ladies’ full-length riding boot from Dublin with a super-supportive memory foam footbed for all-day comfort.
Top features include:
- Elasticated leg panel
- Memory foam footbed
- RCS PU footbed
- Extreme grip with slip-resistant tread
- Soft full-grain European leather
Colour: Black
Sizes: 4 – 8UK
Priced: £182, Shop now >> Naylors
OR Priced: £118, Shop now >> Naylors
Long Boot: Mountain Horse Sovereign High Riding Boots
A hardwearing unisex boot from Mountain Horse featuring many benefits for the rider in the saddle.
Top features include:
- Various calf sizes
- ShockX™ technology in the footbed
- Ergonomically designed cushion footbed with a builtin 850° steel shank for improved stability
- High Density™ outsole
- MH Prolaze Stretch-Flexnotch™ to help prevent correct foot position in the stirrup
Colour: Black
Sizes: 4 – 7UK
Suzanne Ashton, Founder of Everything Horse (Est, 2012), has a BA Hons in Marketing Management and a Diploma in Equine Science. Suzanne has ridden and owned horses all her life and has twelve years of experience in marketing, writing, design, SEO, and website creation.