Boots getting stuck under saddle flap (recommend me some boots)

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My country boots, although loooovely and comfy seem to keep getting stuck on my saddle flap, which is driving me up the wall.
I never used to ride in these but have ended up wearing them all the time...but now i'm accepting defeat and realise I need some proper riding boots.

So, does anyone know some riding boots with a thick sole that will support me through my ankle (weak ankles) and also accommodate my potentially chunkier than average (for my shoe size) legs?

Looking for long boots preferably that aren't crazy amounts of ££ (can't afford £200 + on some yard boots!)

Thanks in advance :)
 
Have you tried putting those over boot waterproof covers on your boots, they go from ankle to knee, they are made to keep boots clean and dry in the wet but they could also stop your boot getting stuck on saddle flap. My sone used then when he had some lovely western boots that were also short on a GP saddle.. They are pull on with elasticated top and bottom. Just a thought..
 
ROMANY 1959 said:
Have you tried putting those over boot waterproof covers on your boots, they go from ankle to knee, they are made to keep boots clean and dry in the wet but they could also stop your boot getting stuck on saddle flap. My sone used then when he had some lovely western boots that were also short on a GP saddle.. They are pull on with elasticated top and bottom. Just a thought..
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It's not the boot itself getting stuck on the saddle flap, it gets stuck under the saddle flap :( I'm unsure if it would be the same with other boots too..as I have pretty short legs haha. So the end of the saddle flap is JUST at the level my boots start :(

Thanks though!
 
The only boots I can think of that are also great yard boots are Ariat Grasmeres. Keep an eye on sales and you might get some for undress £200. Mine have started to fail after three years but I've never looked after them. Still supportive, just not fully waterproof.
 
Ooh sorry, didn't mean I wanted boots for about the yard also. Just meant yard boots in that these boots would only be for riding at home as opposed to fancy ones for shows!

I'm happy to keep using my dublin river boots for around the yard, mucking out etc as I love them :')
 
Maybe try paddock / jodphur boots with half chaps?? Paddock boots come a little up the ankle than paddock boots and are normally more 'fitted'.
 
I had this, it's because your stirrups have been put just where the top of the boot meets the saddle flap - either notch them up a bit or put them back down.. I would say that you are riding very short currently so trying putting them down about two holes. :)
 
Thanks everyone :) I used to ride in short boots and half chaps, so may go back to that if I can't find some suitable long boots.

Tern - I have issues with riding too short, haha. I'm working on it but struggling to be honest!!
Are they terribly short?

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(Also pleaaase ignore my terrible hands and various other things haha)
 
I wouldn't say they were terribly short from this angle, more my kind of stirrups. :D However try and pop them down two holes and then when you fell comfortable riding at that length you can start to lengthen your legs one hole at a time. :)
 
I struggle to ride longer :( I'm slowly improving though, they're a hole or two down since I first got this lad...will try for another hole next time I hop on him!
 
I have long legs and ride short and long and have the same issue with country boots. I'd get some short boots and chaps then you have more flexibility to find the right thing. It's because they are wider at the top.
 
You need those stirrups down at least three holes! Unless you were indeed jumping in that session!!

I have Dublin air field boots, but they are snug on the calf and took a while to break in. I also have the Dublin Intensity short boots and gaiters. I've just cleaned both pairs and they come up like new every single time.

I find with short boots and gaiters you get more support at the ankle because you've got a double layer around that area.

I always get Dublin boots for riding. I've never had a duff pair, and if you look after them, they last!
 
JustKickOn said:
You need those stirrups down at least three holes! Unless you were indeed jumping in that session!!

I have Dublin air field boots, but they are snug on the calf and took a while to break in. I also have the Dublin Intensity short boots and gaiters. I've just cleaned both pairs and they come up like new every single time.

I find with short boots and gaiters you get more support at the ankle because you've got a double layer around that area.

I always get Dublin boots for riding. I've never had a duff pair, and if you look after them, they last!
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THREE HOLES!?
um!! I feel like i'm reaching for them if I put them down one hole :') So i'm not sure I could even reach them if they were three holes down, haha!
But yes I was jumping (only teeny as you can see!) in that particular session.
 
To start three may be a bit much, but you will get used to it haha. I used to ride very very short having show jumped and done mounted games. Since moving onto horses from ponies, I've dropped down about 4 holes. However I do predominantly do dressage now, so a longer leg is easier.

The right boots to help your leg drop though I think. :)
 
My Dublin Pinnacle boots do this - its really annoying! I don't usually wear my yard boots to ride in, I used to find my River boots too chunky for my stirrups, but I actually bought the Pinnacles in the hope I could hack in them over winter to keep my feet warm. So I don't have any advice but just wanted to say it isn't just you, and I don't think stirrup length will make any difference to this problem (I ride in a dressage saddle so I'm riding as long as I can most of the time!) I think the boots are just an awkward length for riding in.
 
Darkwater said:
My Dublin Pinnacle boots do this - its really annoying! I don't usually wear my yard boots to ride in, I used to find my River boots too chunky for my stirrups, but I actually bought the Pinnacles in the hope I could hack in them over winter to keep my feet warm. So I don't have any advice but just wanted to say it isn't just you, and I don't think stirrup length will make any difference to this problem (I ride in a dressage saddle so I'm riding as long as I can most of the time!) I think the boots are just an awkward length for riding in.
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Seems to be now they're getting quite old (almost 2 years old) that they're really starting to sag at the ankle and so drop in height and get caught :( A shame because I weirdly like riding in boots that have quite a thick sole.

Will certainly look into jodh boots though as this is what I used to ride in and don't seem to recall ever having any problems!
 
The thickness of the sole doesn't really make any difference except you feel like your stirrups are longer with a thin sole. Really they aren't designed for riding in (whatever the manufacturer says!).
 
FfionWinnie said:
The thickness of the sole doesn't really make any difference except you feel like your stirrups are longer with a thin sole. Really they aren't designed for riding in (whatever the manufacturer says!).
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I'm not sure why, but they tend to feel comfier and more stable to me? I feel much better in my country boots than my old old (so VERY thin worn sole) jodh boots
 
My half chaps are doing that to me when I do no stirrup work, bought some new toggi Calgary boots and they are brilliant.they are my second pair, the first pair lasted over three years of serious abuse, only using chaps and old habits while waiting for delivery. They come in standard and wide calf and about £80 New on ebay
 
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