Lace-up or plain fronted long leather boots?

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for mainly showjumping but possibly a small amount of dressage/odes?

 

[Dreckly]

I personally think the plain fronted ones look much more elegant - but I am a bit of a traditionalist (and boring) as my daughter is always telling me!!

 

[Tinker_Belle]

Definitely plain front. Look far nicer & more traditional

 

[Bosworth]

much prefer the slimline look of the lace front - think they are far more stylish than the plain front.

 

[irishdraught]

I personally prefer the field type boots with the laces but I suppose plain are more traditional for dressage.

 

[palomino_pony]

I've had both but there is much more flexibility in the ankle of the lace up type.
Mine have elastic laces and are a closer fit. You don't get the bagginess either when they are wearing in

 

[CheziBrown]

I like the plain ones best

 

[Janette]

I ike the plain fronted boots but if you have a high instep, then the lace up boots will be easier to put on.

 

[pinktiger]

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much prefer the slimline look of the lace front - think they are far more stylish than the plain front.

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ditto another vote for lace ups!!!!

 

[CastleMouse]

I prefer the lace-up fronted version

 

[kizzywiz]

Lace ups for me too, as someone else said, more flexible in the ankles, which is good for me of the dodgy ankle.

 

[JessPickle]

I have lace-up ones means they are more confortable

 

[Boltonrider]

The lace up every time, better ankle support for some reason, whilst giving improved flexibility.

Don't do much for me manly impression like, but eh oh, can't have it all!!

 

[custard]

Like the lace up version, on this boot anyway. I always think the ones very fitted round the ankle remind me of Max Wall. If you're not old enough to remember who he was, trust me it's not a nice image!

 

[JoBo]

Plain fronted every time for me, much smarter.

 

[berry]

I think the lace up ones are the best!!!. much more comfy and more elegant looking then the plain fronted x.

 

[Haniki]

You may need to try them on. The lace up ones usually have the seam across the foot of the boot like an Oxford shoe. I have wide feet and find these really uncomfortable so have to go for the plain boots.

 

[Kenzo]

Lace up ones look more eligant and they look more expensive, and if they are more flexible in the ankle then thats a real bonus for your riding.