How to choose the right size riding boots?

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Riding boots are an essential piece of equipment for any rider. Important for a number of reasons, they primarily ensure comfort for the rider by protecting the lower leg from repeated friction. In addition, the soles of riding boots are adapted to the shape of the stirrup, providing better foot positioning than standard shoes. The shape of the sole is also designed to allow the foot to slip out of the stirrup in the event of a fall, preventing it from becoming stuck and the rider from being dragged along by their horse for several meters. Finally, riding boots add an aesthetic component to the rider's style.

Riding boots tailored to your measurements

When a rider wants to buy a pair of riding boots, they have a choice between two types of boots: custom-made riding boots, which are made entirely to their measurements, and so-called half-measure boots, which are available in a wide range of sizes. Depending on the brand, they may be available in more than 15 different combinations of size, calf circumference, and boot height.

The importance of choosing the right boots

It is essential to choose boots that are best suited to the rider's body type. There may be differences between women's riding boots and men's riding boots. This will prevent the formation of unsightly and uncomfortable creases, which can be painful and cause unwanted and premature wear and tear on the boots, especially leather boots. Leather is a living material and will stretch with use. Boots that are too wide will stretch even more over time and may slip down the lower leg. They should fit the size of your calf, whether it is slim or wide. On the other hand, boots that are too tight may painfully compress the calf and put pressure on the zipper, which can also hurt the rider. This can also put strain on the seams, weakening them and increasing the risk of them breaking after a certain amount of time.

Take your measurements to choose the right size riding boots

It is essential to remember that it is always best to measure both legs for each step. Human beings are not symmetrical, and measurements taken from one leg may not correspond to the other leg.

Once these measurements have been taken, all that remains is to order a pair of riding boots that fit the size of the larger calf. In addition, some models are equipped with elastic along the entire calf, but not all of them are. It is therefore important to pay attention to this detail, as it can affect the size and feel of the boot once it is on.

Details to consider

Although shoe size, calf circumference, and leg size are the three key factors in choosing a pair of riding boots that fit properly, other details must also be taken into account. For example, foot size: some riders have what is known as a fairly strong instep, or a rather wide sole. This can affect the comfort of the boot. Similarly, if you are buying boots in the summer or during the warmest part of the year, keep in mind that you may want to add an extra pair of socks in the winter. You should therefore choose a boot size that allows for an extra layer of thickness. Finally, riders' feet may feel more cramped in a slightly padded boot.

A revolutionary, custom-made boot

What rider hasn't dreamed of owning a pair of custom-made boots at a reasonable price? Thanks to its increasingly innovative designs, Horse Pilot has made this possible with the Teknit Boot. Elegant, technical, and comfortable, this boot adapts perfectly to the shape of the rider's leg thanks to the 3D Knit technology used in its manufacture. The boot slips on like a sock, with no laces or zippers. It is available in a wide range of sizes to best suit each individual. This makes it much easier to take measurements, as only the rider's shoe size needs to be taken into account. Equipped with grips and reinforced in strategic areas (calf and toe), it is every bit as good as a custom-made boot.

A size guide for riding boots

To help every rider find the right pair of riding boots, Horse Pilot has provided a size guide. This guide lists each size, allowing everyone to choose the perfect boot size. However, when it comes to the Teknit Boot, it is important to remember that only the shoe size needs to be taken into account. Thanks to the revolutionary 3D Knit technology, the boot adapts itself to the size of the lower leg and the calf circumference. Its elastic material hugs each leg as if it were a custom-made boot.