Yard Boots

Saddlecraft Yard Boots Was - £39.99 Now - £35.25

The Saddlecraft Velcro yard boots are a practical and sturdy everyday yard boot with suede upper. They feature a snug fleece lining for comfort and help the air to circulate to keep feet dry and comfortable. Order yours today! www.thesaddleryshop.co.uk

Saddlecraft classic wellies

Was - £22.99 Now - £19.99 These great wellies are a traditionally styled wellington boot, ideal for wearing around the yard. They feature a rubber sole and cotton lining for comfort and durability. Please note these are not intended for riding. www.thesaddleryshop.com

Offers of the week

Harry Hall MontBlanc Yard Boot Only - £34.99

These cosy yard boots are fleece lined, calf length stable boots with a moulded sole unit and synthetic upper. They have a faux fur trim and lace fastening making them ideal for around the yard while maintaining style! www.thesaddleryshop.co.uk

Deals of the week

Sherwood Forest Furlong Boots £119.00 Water resistant and breathable.

The Sherwood Forest Furlong Boots are a long leather boot ideal for yard and country wear, made from water resistant and breathable leather. Stylish and practical, they are a must for horse and country enthusiasts alike. www.thesaddleryshop.co.uk

Latest Products

Tuffa Suffolk Boots New improved fit! £174.99

With thorough research and understanding of the customer requirements, Tuffa have succeeded in producing a long leather yard boot in the Suffolk that, within two calf sizes, will fit virtually all leg widths. The lining and foot bed are made from natural wool for warmth and comfort. The water repellent nu-buck leather upper closes securely around the leg with two stretchy straps. The New Style Tuffa Suffolk boot is the epitome of country style. This updated model has been redesigned for a sleeker, more stylish appearance. Features • Velcro fastenings with gusset for leg width adjustment • Sturdy sole • Water repellent waxed nu-buck leather outer • Cosy sheepskin lining • Ideal for yard or leisure use • Please see ADVICE (bottom of the left hand menu) for size charts • Also available in sizes 6 - 10 (see associated products) www.thesaddleryshop.co.uk

Forget the summer!

The Harry Hall Snow Boot Was - £47.60 Now - £37.12 We’re sorry to say – you need to start thinking about winter!

A very versatile yard boot. This fur lined winter boot has a waterproof foot and water repellent upper with reflective tabs for safety. Easily adjustable with strap fastenings around the calf, this gorgeous snow boot from Harry Hall is a must have for any cold winter morning at the yard. Order yours before the colder months hit. Click here www.thesaddleryshop.co.uk

The perfect yard boots

The Tuffa Carlow Clog – ideal for the yard Was - £67.96 Now only - £65.24

These adorable Clogs are ideal for leisure use and around the yard. These fashionable and practical clogs from Tuffa have a rubber sole with a dermo dry® lining with soft leather upper. The leather strap can either be worn across the instep or on the heel and is a normal/wide fitting across the foot. Order yours today! Click here www.thesaddleryshop.co.uk

Will summer ever come?!

These cosy yard boots will have you forgetting about the warm summer months in no time!

Was – £36.00

Now – £31.99

The Saddlecraft Fleece Lined Zip Yard Boots are super warm with a Sherpa fleece lining and Thermolite insulation. These fantastic new mucker type boots are practical and sturdy with a zip front and waterproof rubber sole.

Order yours today! Click here

www.thesaddleryshop.co.uk

Riding boots versus short boots and half chaps

Often a common question especially from new riders, is which is better; long riding boots or short riding boots and half chaps? In an ideal world, a pair of long leather riding boots made from boxed leather with a flexible ankle are ideal to ride in, but the price and functionality (having to change into them everythime you ride and out again after) is normally prohibitive!

The problem with long rubber riding boots, is although they often look and fit the calf as well as some leather boots the flexibility in the ankle is missing which can be a great hinderence especially for new riders struggling to attain the correct leg position. Riding instructors tend to prefer young children to wear jodhpur boots so they can see the position of the childs leg more easily (it is easy to draw your heel up inside a long rubber riding boot and yet from the outside it looks as if your heels are still level thus giving a false impression!) and teaches them the feel for the correct leg position more easily.

Usually the best solution is a pair of robust jodhpur boots, or even a good quality yard boot that is safe to ride in coupled with half chaps. This gives the riders calf protection from the stirrup leathers, but allows far more flexibility in the ankle which helps with achieving a natural leg position more easily. Suede half chaps also help the rider to grip with the calf more effectively with I always find a help, particularly on more lively horses! With a yard boot, it is simple to just put the chaps on before riding and remove them after, without the need to replace your footwear.