Choosing Your Jodhpurs Wisely Will Increase Your Riding Pleasure

By Cornelia White


Wearing proper fitting clothes for riding is a key requisite of good deportment. Approved riding association rules set guidelines. But, mistakes can still be made in purchasing appropriate attire. Choosing your jodhpurs wisely will increase your riding pleasure.

Special apparel was designed for riders for a reason. In the case of trousers, they are significant points of contact between the rider and the horse. Standard gear induced irritation. Form fitting style inhibits discomfiting, rubbing twisting and other factors inducing soreness.

Whether or not the action is every day activity, cross country, dressage and show jumping these specifically created pants improve the form. They are specifically designed for the protection and wellbeing of the rider. The seat design is intended for sure grip of the saddle. Knee padding protects the knees, while rubbing is inhibited by positioning of the seams.

Beginning riders are often puzzled by how jodhpurs differ from breeches. The basic difference is that the former piece of clothing is form fitting trousers and extends to the ankle. Typically, stretch fabrics used in this style for comfort and a close fit. Various fabric types may be utilized in their creation. Breathable fabric discourages overheating during equestrian exercises and the flexible nature of this fabric brings enhanced comfort. Riders can wear them with long boots or with jodhpur boots and chaps.

For competitions, leg positioning is more clearly seen by judges when riders wear jodhpurs. For this reason, trainers also recommend them for their student trainees. Closer observation is possible and students get better training, when they wear the right form of clothing.

Breeches are generally worn with knee size boots. These are shorter pants that end at mid calf length. There is more control at the ankle with this length. Seat patches give greater control to dressage riders and support their safety. Breeches with grips at the knees and padding are favored for show jumping.

Casual observers may not realize how confusing fabric choices can be. There is a trade off, depending on what is selected. For instance, for reasonable pricing and durability, polyester has an advantage. But it can be slippery, does not stretch or is absorbent. A polyester blend may cost more, but it improves absorbency. But, a blend will still not improve the ability to be flexible. Denim which is stretch blend is a cheap alternative that possesses the beneficial features of cotton. But it can only be used for informal riding. It is unacceptable for competitions. For cool areas, flexible corduroy can also be worn for casual activities.

Optimal comfort and suitability is offered by Cotton lycra cloth. This fabric is flexible, tough and absorbent. After selecting the cloth type, there are knee patch and underpass differences to be mulled over. For closer grips, both suede and ultra suede patches are acceptable. The man made material is easier to handle and is more inexpensive. The underpass strap ties the pants down and fits them more tightly to boots. When they are inadequate, they do not support the pants properly. Picking out the right jodhpurs requires thoughtful consideration.




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