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Horse Riding Breeches For Different Types of Equestrian Riders

The Equestrian Corner has added dozens of new styles, materials, and colors to their selection of breeches, making this the perfect time to replace old, worn out horse riding breeches with the latest in style, durability, and comfort. For the new rider, horse riding breeches can make a major difference in how you look and feel in the show ring, as well as in the training arena.

Riding Breeches Basics

Breeches have been around for hundreds of years, but the current style is an exercise in elegance, functionality, and comfort with its form-fitting shape, strong, comfortable fabrics, and knee patches that provide an improved grip and contact with the horse. Riding breeches come in a variety of styles that include full-seat, low-rise, high-rise, lined and unlined, and pull-on, front-zip, and side-zip varieties. The snug-fitting lower leg allows the greatest contact with your mount while preventing snags and pinching, whereas the fuller seat provides the needed flexibility and freedom of movement.

The bottom line in women’s riding breeches, regardless of the season, is that they must fit snugly to allow for close contact with your mount, look attractive enough for the show ring, and allow for the freedom of movement that is crucial in an outstanding performance. Obviously, winter riding requires thicker, warmer horse riding breeches than what would be comfortable in the heat of summer. Fabrics that wick away moisture help the rider maintain a comfortable temperature, year round, and they also prevent chafing.

A Cut Above

At The Equestrian Corner, several different cuts, or styles, of breeches are available to choose from. Selection depends largely upon the rider’s body type and the intended use. Breeches and jodhpurs come in short, regular, long, and extra long lengths, so it is important to measure yourself accurately to ensure a snug, comfortable fit that will allow for the best possible performance.

Frequently, riders have a preference over low-rise or high-rise cuts, depending upon which cut fits best and flatters their particular body shape. Of course, what can be worn in the lesson arena is an entirely different thing from what gets worn in the show ring when riders must look their very best.

Long and Lanky, Or Sturdy And Strong

In keeping with properly fitting women’s riding breeches and jodhpurs, The Equestrian Corner offers a variety of seats and waistbands on their high quality women’s riding breeches and jodhpurs. Wider waistbands provide a comfortable fit while keeping your ratcatcher where it belongs. By selecting a style of horse riding breeches that best suit your body type, riders can be assured of functional elegance, wherever they ride.

Petite riders will be delighted with the shorter cuts of equestrian riding apparel now available, providing them with women’s riding breeches that have the appropriate length and width to assure a safe and productive ride. Whatever your body type, The Equestrian Corner is sure to have exactly what you are looking for.

Schooling Ring Casual

Most riders have a favorite pair of breeches for the schooling ring. Comfort and fit are more important than tradition when working on skills in the schooling ring. Training sessions can be made extra comfy with schooling tights from The Equestrian Corner. These low-rise, pull-on women’s riding breeches have a stretch waistband and are made from a ventilated, moisture wicking poly/spandex fabric that can stand up to the roughest treatment and still provide the fit and comfort you want and need.

The latest trend in schooling attire is the wide range of colors now available. Whereas white, black, and beige were all that shoppers could find in the past, colors of horse riding breeches today include deep purple, sage, chocolate, smoke, navy, taupe, and espresso. Horse motif detailing is another fun way to tell the world about your love of horses both in and out of the ring!

Horse Riding Show Apparel Checklist

Attending horse shows is one of the best parts about being a rider. You get to interact with fellow enthusiasts, exhibit the equestrian skills you’ve been working hard to perfect, and generally have a good time. Plus, if everything goes just right, you might even walk away with a ribbon!

Before getting to that point, however, you have to make sure you have appropriate equestrian riding apparel. Different events have different requirements, with some being more restrictive than others. This is particularly true as you move up the ranks to higher-level shows, so it’s critical to review the rules before loading your trailer and heading to the venue.

Since Western shows typically allow riders far more leeway in terms of equestrian riding apparel, the following checklists will focus on eventing at English horse shows. Remember, these lists are meant to serve as basic guidelines to help you while shopping for breeches, helmets, crops, and other accessories here at TheEquestrianCorner.com; they are not meant to be the final word on what’s required for your particular show.

Dressage
You’ll likely be expected to wear formal equestrian riding apparel for this event. Here are some of the most common requirements:

Black or navy blue coat
Light-colored show shirt
Rat-catcher or stock tie
ASTM/SEI approved helmet in black or with a black satin or velvet cover
Light-colored riding breeches, typically in white or tan
Tall dress boots (never full chaps, half-chaps, or paddock boots)
Gloves (often optional, but a good idea for protecting your hands and completing the outfit)
Dressage whip or crop (also optional)

Show Jumping
Although the equestrian riding apparel required for Show Jumping events is still on the conservative side of the scale, it is not quite as formal as Dressage. You will need many of the same items, with the only differences being more flexibility in terms of colors.

Show coat (usually a dark color)
Show shirt
Rat-catcher or stock tie
ASTM/SEI approved helmet (usually a dark color)
Riding breeches
Tall dress boots or field boots
Gloves (optional)

Cross-country
The equestrian riding apparel required for this event is much less restrictive than either Dressage or Show Jumping. As such, you’ll often see riders in colorful clothing and accessories instead of the black and white ensembles associated with Dressage. Here are the items you’ll need on the day of the show:

Shirt with sleeves (long or short in any color)
ASTM/SEI approved helmet (any color)
Protective vest
Breeches (any color)
Tall boots
Gloves (optional)

We carry all the equestrian riding apparel and accessories listed above, so if you would like to purchase something for your next event, please feel free to browse through our selection. Then once you have your habit picked out, you can focus on having fun at the show!

Young Rider Closeout Sale – Up To 70% Off

And not a moment too soon. If you have growing children, you probably are already checking out websites and print store ads for Spring apparel sales. If you have kids in equestrian programs or events, you might want to check out The Equestrian Corner’s Closeout Steals. Some items up to 70% off, with a nice selection of breeches, jodhpurs and jeans, as well as sportswear and outerwear. Shop online, checkout, and wait for that quick shipping service to bring it right to your front door maybe even before the daffodils bloom!

Make Your Holiday Gift Cards Go Farther

If you received a gift card to The Equestrian Corner, there are still deals and steals to be had, and free shipping over $99 allows a shopper to spend a little more.

If you are still looking for some nice warm riding gloves, or even some cool looking equestrian accessories or themed socks, hop on over to www.theequestriancorner.com.

Men’s Riding Breeches And Men’s Casual Jackets

If you are still giving out hints for Christmas send this link along to your Secret Santa. I noticed a great selection of men’s riding breeches and polo jeans and riding jeans on www.theqquestriancorner.com when I was shopping my fave stores list this afternoon. The men’s riding breech with leather provides a secure full seat grip. The Patrol breech with a pin cord fabric is a great men’s winter breech. The men’s english riding breeches are made from the highest quality material for maximum comfort and performance while maintaining that distinctive english riding look Pair these breeches with a selection of men’s casual jackets for a great look on or off the saddle.

Men's Casual Jackets

Wait For It – Ovation Equestrian Helmet Line Coming Soon

I heard that our favorite equestrian company is adding the Ovation Helmet line to their site. So if you know of someone who likes that line, it should be available to ship soon. While you are visiting, check out the complete line of equestrian apparel, with new items being added every day.

Compare prices - you’ll like our competitive pricing – as usual for The Equestrian Corner. Watch for this product line to come on board. Shown is The Ovation Protege Helmet XSmall/Small Graphite. Sleek and cool looking.

English Riding Supply Ovation Protege Helmet XSmall/Small Graphite

Riding Apparel, Tall Horse Riding Boots

If you are shopping online looking for English riding apparel, click on over to TheEquestrianCorner.com for the best variety of horse riding clothing, made by trusted manufacturers from quality fabrics that are durable for the rider. Don’t settle for any riding breeches when you can choose from several fashionable and functional styles including full seat, low-rise, front zip, pull-on, and side zip horse riding breeches. All breeches have their own features that make them unique, so check them out for yourself at TheEquestrianCorner.com and get the ones that fit your needs the best. Pair your breeches with classic styled tall horse riding boots. The selections are endless at The Equestrian Corner.

Childrens And Ladies Riding Apparel

The weather is still warm but we’re about to enter the ‘ber’ months. The of course means we’ll be changing the way we dress – not only from summer to fall, but often from morning to evening change outs. If you are looking for childrens or ladies equestrian riding apparel like ladies riding straight legged tights, or any of the other Kerrits clothing line, maybe some Kerrits Eco Tees, there is always a great selection only a mouse click away at www.theequestriancorner.com. You will want to fave this site on all the social media sites. They have apparel and riding accessories for everyone in your family, including your horse and even your dog.

Equestrian Men And Stylish Apparel

Equestrian men are always are looking for a great fitting comfortable pair of riding breeches. Riders are wanting to have comfort and style while on the trail, at the paddock or at the feed store. Traditional mens riding breeches were 100% cotton material – a great fabric, but when you’re trying to get up in the saddle pure cotton does not stretch for comfort, and the smooth texture allows too much slippage in the saddle. TuffRider offers the solution – a pair of full seat breeches with just enough spandex to stretch for leg and hip movement. The Grand Prix full seat men’s breech features UltraGripp faux seude seat to ensure a secure grip in the saddle. During competition men want to own the competition. To add confidence in posture and dressage, the classic mens show breeches features 4 pockets and belt loops. Take a look around this online site and enjoy shopping at TheEquestrianCorner.com. Watch for deals in both men and women’s equestrian apparel throughout the site!

Horse Riding Lessons And New Clothes For The Adventure

I was telling my neighbor about noticing that Chapel Hill Stables right by our house was advertising beginner riding lessons starting the week of August 8th. The sign said it was a mother-daughter riding camp, and I am so excited. I remembered looking at riding shirts and riding jeans online, and noticed that www.theequestriancorner.com had both ladies and children’s apparel. Since I don’t have time to go to two or three malls looking for these items, I checked online today, and better news The Equestrian Corner is having a big Hot Summer Cool Closeout sale. Am I happy to be taking riding lessons, well it’s a mom thing. Am I thrilled to save money so we’ll look great – definitely.