How to Dress for Horseback Riding
To be appropriately attired in the saddle, check out the following suggestions - and ride into the sunset in style.
- Difficulty:
- Easy
Instructions
Things You'll Need
- Jeans
- Jodphurs
- Sports Bras
- Riding Boots
- Riding Breaches
- Riding Helmets
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Put on riding breeches, jodhpurs, or straight jeans that are not too tight or too baggy.
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If the temperature is warm, wear a shirt in a light, breathable fabric such as cotton. If it's cold, layer long-sleeved shirts with a jacket or sweatshirt.
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After putting on socks, pull on long riding boots or short lace-up jodhpur boots. If you wear cowboy boots, don't tuck your jeans into them.
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Fasten your riding helmet under your chin.
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Pull on your riding gloves, if you wear them. They should have a leather palm to prevent slipping.
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Tips & Warnings
Wear clothes that are comfortable and well-fitting.
Tie up long hair.
Women should wear sports bras.
Make sure your helmet fits correctly.
Always ride with your coat or jacket fastened.
Wear light or fluorescent clothing when riding on the roads.
Hard-toed leather shoes with a one-inch heel are best for riding.
Leave your jewelry at home when riding.
Avoid sleeveless tops and noisy waterproof jackets.
Never wear sneakers.
Don't attempt to take off pieces of clothing while mounted.
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Comments
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eclipse295
Nov 06, 2010
If you are out trail riding or riding on a road carry your cell phone. If riding western be careful not to stab yourself with the horn if you get thrown(It hurts for weeks afterward) -
stayinthesaddle
Jan 30, 2007
Trust me - you can wear your cowboy boots on the outside. Just ask any "real" cowboy. :)
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stayinthesaddle
Jan 30, 2007
Trust me - you can wear your cowboy boots on the outside. Just ask any "real" cowboy. :)
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Aug 16, 2006
When you're buying a helmet, be sure that if it has a brim it is flexible, detachable or a very small one. This is because if you fall off and do a face plant, the brim will break off or bend for your protection. Believe me, I know. I broke my nose when I was 14 because I was wearing a stiff brim, and my neck was jarred and strained because of the pressure and awkward angle of the fall.
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Aug 16, 2006
When you're buying a helmet, be sure that if it has a brim it is flexible, detachable or a very small one. This is because if you fall off and do a face plant, the brim will break off or bend for your protection. Believe me, I know. I broke my nose when I was 14 because I was wearing a stiff brim, and my neck was jarred and strained because of the pressure and awkward angle of the fall.
