So I don't know whether to get long boots or half chaps? I need new footwear and I can't choose! I prefer the way long boots look but my calf measures 15inches round. I just bought a pair of long boots and they didn't fit my calf.
I am not exactly rolling in it! So I tend to have to buy my stuff second hand.
Should I just buy half chaps to fit? Or should I buy wide fitting long boots?
And also, why are short boots more expensive than long boots?
I dunno where you buy but a pair of sturdy short boots and chaps cost me around €100 if I buy good every day quality where boots would set me back €200+
You're in the UK right? Try equestrianclearence, I bought my dad two pairs of leather short boots for £24!!
You can take your boots in to a boot repairman, and have them stretched to fit you. Probably a cheaper option, than buying a new pair in a different size.
I like half chaps for basic riding and use - they're more flexible, less expensive to replace and generally easier to take on and off (ever have frozen toes while riding - tall boots make that feeling so much worse!)
I'll always show in tall boots though.
In my experience, good tall boots cost A LOT more than basic paddock or riding boots, so not sure why you're finding tall boots less expensive....where are you shopping?
I have a pair of short and tall boots, as well as half chaps.
For every day riding, I prefer paddock boots and half chaps. I use my tall boots for shows/clinics, and places where appearance really matters.
I prefer half chaps, but that's probably because they actually fit me properly. I like my tall boots, but they don't fit perfectly, so I tend to not love them as much. That opinion may change if I got a better fitting pair.
You can take your boots in to a boot repairman, and have them stretched to fit you. Probably a cheaper option, than buying a new pair in a different size.
I like half chaps for basic riding and use - they're more flexible, less expensive to replace and generally easier to take on and off (ever have frozen toes while riding - tall boots make that feeling so much worse!)
I'll always show in tall boots though.
In my experience, good tall boots cost A LOT more than basic paddock or riding boots, so not sure why you're finding tall boots less expensive....where are you shopping?
In my experience, good tall boots cost A LOT more than basic paddock or riding boots, so not sure why you're finding tall boots less expensive....where are you shopping?
Generally true, but you can also try consignment. I got my leather dressage Mt Horse boots in consignment store brand new (1/3 of the full price). LOVE THEM! If they'd have 2 pairs there I'd get both.
I put half chaps over my nice paddock shoes and I have a pair just for shows, their leather and look like boots and nobodys ever said anything and others do it as well, I use the other ones for every day use when I'm riding english as I also ride western.... Posted via Mobile Device
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