Editor’s note: We are running our popular series on winter clothing (and potentially gifts) for the horse person in your life–or perhaps for you to buy for yourself! In this article we look at coats and pants designed with the equestrian in mind.
There’s not much you can do about the weather—whether it be frightful or delightful. And in the case of those frightful winters, having the right clothing can make or break your and your clients’ winter experience at the barn. There are heaps of new coats and pants designed with riders in mind. This year sees lots of fleece, waterproof materials and styles you’re not ashamed of leaving the farm while wearing.
Coats
* Dublin Annabelle Jacket [Dublin AnnabelleJacket 594043, Dublin AnnabelleJacket 594043_LS]
The Dublin Annabelle Jacket offers a waterproof fabric with sealed seams for watertightness and a removable hood. The half-body fleece lining and inner-pocket fleece lining offer just the right amount of cozy. The tapered waist and back snap-closure vent make this jacket not too bulky for riding. Available in navy with pink accents in ladies sizes XS to XXL. dublinclothing.com
* 4 in 1 Rambo Techno Jacket [HI Rambo TechnoJacket CBHC04_BK00]
Men and women have a 4-in-1 Rambo Techno Jacket option this year. The waterproof, breathable outer shell can be unzipped from its reversible fleece shell and can be worn with or without the removable hood. Available in navy/black in sizes XXS to XXL. horseware.com
* Mountain Horse Montana Hybrid Jacket [MH MontanaJacket 302164.jpg]
Get the best of a fleece and a vest combined. The Mountain Horse Montana Hybrid Jacket is sleek with an insulated body and detachable hood. Available in black and dark olive. mountainhorseusa.com
Pants
* Toklat Himalayer Tights [Toklat Himalayer Tight, Toklat Himalayer Hoodie and Tight]
These sporty-looking riding tights are double-layered, so they’re warm—and soft, too. For ladies and kids, these pants are available in mink/sky (brown/blue), black/blush and navy/apple, matching other items in the Himalayer line. toklat.com
* Mountain Horse Vibe Tech Pants [MH VibeTechPants 305106]
When one layer of pants isn’t enough, this fitted base layer will wick moisture and deliver the thermal layer you needed under your jeans or breeches. A Mountain Horse Vibe Tech Top is also available. Available in black only in ladies XS to XL. mountainhorseusa.com
* Dublin Performance Warm-It Gel Riding Tights [Dublin WarmItGelTights 594193]
A warm, four-way-stretch fabric is paired in these Dublin Performance Warm-It Gel Riding Tights with a silicone print gel seat to give you premium grip and stability in the saddle, just in case your horse is feeling his cool-weather oats. Available in navy and olive, ladies sizes 24 to 38. dublinclothing.com
* TuffRider Winter Over Pant [JPC WinterOverpant]
These insulated, waterproof pants are meant for cold-weather barn wear. The jod straps and faux-suede full seat make them great for thick-of-winter riding, too. Bring on the snow! Available in black only. breeches.com