Horse back riding boots?

I just started taking riding lessons about a month ago, and i love it! Its really fun, and I plan on sticking with it. So, for Christmas, I asked my mom to get me a pair of riding boots. I%26#039;m going to the tack shop on wednesday to get some, so I have to make my decision soon.


Now, I want to get a pair of tall field boots, but i dont know if that%26#039;s a good idea. Would it be better for me to just get a pair of plain, short, paddock boots, or would it be okay to ge tall boots? I don%26#039;t want to seem obnoxious if I get tall boots. Anyone know what I mean? So, if you have any good input on this, please leave a post! Thanks to everyone who took the time to answer!

Horse back riding boots?
I would suggest regular riding boots. Most people ride in those, with chaps in lessons. The majority of people wear field boots in shows and such. Just as a note: tack shops are going to have the more expensive brand shoes as they only carry a few brands. If you dont want to order online because you arent sure what size you need, try some on at a tack shop and buy that size online-it will save you a great deal of money!!Here are some links to some nice and simple riding boots.





http://www.horseloverz.com/Devon-Aire-La...





http://www.horseloverz.com/EQUI-STAR-Kam...





And heres some chaps:





http://www.horseloverz.com/Chaps-c-31-so...





Have fun riding! =]
Reply:i had the tall boots when i was younger and i hated them. i was just a work out trying to get them off (i couldnt do it myself lol) but what i didnt like was that i found it hard to keep my heel down. i now have the regular paddock boots with half caps and i love them. i will never go back to the tall boots but thats just my opinion =D
Reply:I always ride with short (paddock) boots, they are better for beginners and they are cheaper than the fancier taller boots
Reply:If you ride western then short boots are fine. If you ride hunter and are training for show, tall boots would be ideal. If you ride hunter, but not training for shows, short boots are fine too.





*Its harder to keep tall boots clean(exspecially black=P)
Reply:I LOVED the tall boots especially in the winter when the snow was deep or in the spring when the mud was. But keep in mind if they are english tall boots they are made for so and can get very pricey. Short boots are good just plain riding, but really it%26#039;s just perfence.
Reply:If you plan on showing or wearing shorts in the summer I would def get a pair of Tall Boots. I have a pair of Ariats Zip up field boots, they are the best. I and if you just decide on paddock boots- ARIATS are still the way to go. They are so comfy. I recomend ariats if you didnt catch that ;)
Reply:Perhaps you should ask your instructor what she/he reccomends? I prefer tall boots. I school in a pair of the rubber ones with nice insulation. Try on different boots, walk around the store in them, see what you like. Practice posting, swing your legs around, etc. Tall boots are necessary for showing, and if you intend to, perhaps you should buy them.





Tall boots may give you blisters as you wear them in, but that is part of the deal.
Reply:if u are just riding for pleasure then the short boots are better, if you plan on showing you will need the tall boots


(plus the short boots are more comfortable)
Reply:untill you are sure you want to show, i would get a pair of leather paddocks, and a pair of half chaps. you will have the same look that you probably like , but will cost less. You will also look like less of a poser if you just started. If you get paddock boots, I would also recomend getting a decent pair, because they are what you will be living in if you plan on riding more. On the other hand, if you are going to be mucking stalls a lot,then get a good pair of work boots, and you will be able to spend less on the paddocks. Leather is more comfortable i have found, but synthetic is nice because they can just be sprayed with glass cleaner, and Boom, you%26#039;re done! If it is cold where you live, get a pair of insulated paddock boots, they will save your toes!
Reply:I personally don%26#039;t like the tall boots, but if you get really short boots your ankles will get cold. Stick with a healthy medium. ;)
Reply:I do not think anyone would think you are being obnoxious for getting the field boots, it is just a matter of personal opinion on which you like best. A word of warning though, field boots can take a while to break in and will be uncomfortable at first. Make sure you get the right height of boot or have them cut down if you need to. Having a boot that is too tall will cause it to break more at the ankle and rub very badly. Also, ones that are too short are just a waste of money as they will not fit right either. I have ridden in both field and paddock boots and I prefer the look and feel of the field boots, but that is my opinion. I would be open minded and look at both styles. A good fitting boot is a great investment, so do not opt for one just because you like the look if it does not fit right. Anyway, hope this helps.
Reply:are you doing English or western riding cause if it is English you should get Saxon Equileather Tall Field boots. they are super comfy and they are my favorite part of my riding apparel and i have got tons of compliments. here is a connection to show you what they look like http://horseloverz.com/Saxon-mid-52.html and go to the bottom of the page
Reply:i totally understand.


on my first show i wore paddock boots ,


i tried tall boots but disliked them,


since ur a begginer i would suggest paddock boots with half chaps , just because tall boots are expensive and there not nessacary,


how old are you?


in shows they are sometimes required for adults and teens but i think tht%26#039;s just for the big shows if they%26#039;re just for lessons i would just get paddock boots and for shows just add on some half chaps



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