Long riding coat recommendations - not Equidry or similar

[HelenBack]

I'm looking for recommendations for a long waterproof riding coat please. I don't really like the Equidry type coats so am just wondering if anyone has any other suggestions.

My main requirements are for a split at the back rather than on the sides. I would also prefer lightweight so I can wear it all year round and just layer up underneath if needs be. I would like to wear it for both hacking and in the school so it would need to allow me to move in the school. Does anybody do jumping in these sorts of coats?

Bonus points if it has reflective bits on or comes in an interesting colour but that's not essential as I would wear hi-viz over it. I'm not that fussed if it has a hood or not as I don't tend to use them very much.

I've been looking at the Mountain Horse Alicia (I think), the Jack Murphy Malvern and also the Equetech one which I can't remember the name of now.

If anyone has any of these and can recommend them or not, or has any other suggestions I'd be very grateful. Thanks.

 

[Northern Hare]

I volunteered at a horse show for four days back in May this year and realised that I needed a long waterproof coat, as my old riding coat was really not presentable!

I'd left it very late, so could really only choose from Amazon Prime next day delivery!!

Anyway, I took a chance on this one, it was I think £35, and my expectations were low, but I was delighted with it when it arrived! It was very waterproof, med/light weight and plenty of room for extra layers. It's sold as suitable for riding, and there's a decent back vent so might be with a try?

 

[GoldenWillow]

I'm fairly sure the Jack Murphy Malvern is the one I've got although I've had it for years. It's a great coat for winter work but it's a back vent rather than a split and you wouldn't be able to ride in it. Other than that I find it's brilliant, mine has stayed waterproof.

 

[little_critter]

Baleno Chelsea coat. It’s not padded so can be worn year round. It kept me dry in torrential rain in a hack (I was able to pour the water out of my boots)
Has a slit up the back. I’ve not tried jumping in it.
I saw them for sale recently for a bargain price from this web site so bought a spare for when my current one dies

Baleno Chelsea Women's Mid-Length Raincoat With Hood

The Baleno Chelsea is a shorter version of the best-selling Kensington long raincoat. Same coat just a little shorter. In an ideal world we would have one of each (Kensington and Chelsea) and we would be very happy if all of our customers agreed with this sentiment. As with the Kensington, do...

www.longcoats.co.uk

 

[palo1]

I've not had a better coat than a Ri-Dry though I like the look of the Baleno Chelsea! My Ri-Drys (I have 2) have never let me down and are as tough as old boots too.

 

[gallopingby]

Stierna do a range of waterproof coats, l have the long one without a lining but they also make a winter version. Has two zipped sides with plenty material to keep you nice and dry.

 

[Dontforgetaboutme]

The Alicia isn’t very waterproof. The poppers on the back are not strong enough to keep the vent closed when you are not in the saddle. Wouldn’t recommend

 

[Bobthecob15]

Stierna are amazing but you'll need deep pockets!!!

The Le Mieux Loire is a fabulous coat, I lived in mine last winter

 

[teapot]

This coat has had rave reviews on here https://www.weatherbeeta.co.uk/for-...0430&indexName=magento2_gb_wbeeta_en_products

 

[HorseMaid]

I don't know if they make it any more, but I've got a full length Musto Suffolk coat which has been fab and looks smart. It's not padded so I can layer up underneath!

 

[SantaVera]

Toggi had one for years, lightweight and waterproof.

 

[Sealine]

Another vote for Musto Suffolk. I don’t think they make them anymore but I bought a second hand one on eBay. Brilliant coat, completely covers my legs and the saddle.

 

[SantaVera]

Rydale full length riding coat looks good £55

 

[webble]

I'm fairly sure the Jack Murphy Malvern is the one I've got although I've had it for years. It's a great coat for winter work but it's a back vent rather than a split and you wouldn't be able to ride in it. Other than that I find it's brilliant, mine has stayed waterproof.

They advertise it as being suitable for riding? I had my eye on it, is it a definite no?

 

[GoldenWillow]

If the back is still a vent like this I don't think it would be possible to ride in it. Tbf I've never tried as it never crossed my mind that you would be able to, the vent gives extra width but I don't think it's anything like you would need to enable you to ride in it. I took a photo to try and show it.

You can see the vent doesn't give you that much extra at all. Check that the current ones aren't different.

 

[webble]

@GoldenWillow thank you for that, I think they are still like that, that's a shame

 

[tda]

This coat has had rave reviews on here https://www.weatherbeeta.co.uk/for-...0430&indexName=magento2_gb_wbeeta_en_products

This is what I bought last year, it's doing well, I've only washed it once, so will see how it performs this winter. Warm, is padded and comfy to wear.

 

[Muddy unicorn]

I got my daughter a Stierna raincoat for her birthday and it’s lovely. It has two side splits rather than one at the back but is very flattering and completely waterproof even when she’s riding several horses on a torrentially wet day.

 

[santas_spotty_pony]

Supreme Products have a new one out that looks good, it’s £200 but I am thinking of getting one closer to the winter.

 

[black and brown]

Kerrits do a really nice long waterproof coat, I think the Comfy Horse Company stock them.

 

[SilverLinings]

This coat has had rave reviews on here https://www.weatherbeeta.co.uk/for-...0430&indexName=magento2_gb_wbeeta_en_products

I bought one recently at a bargain price following @Starzaan's recommendation. I have only used it a couple of times but it is certainly waterproof! It is warmer than I expected though, so not one I would wear much at the moment whilst it's wet but the temperature hasn't yet dropped much. I think it will be great in the winter though, and it looks smart.

 

[m1stify]

I bought one recently at a bargain price following @Starzaan's recommendation. I have only used it a couple of times but it is certainly waterproof! It is warmer than I expected though, so not one I would wear much at the moment whilst it's wet but the temperature hasn't yet dropped much. I think it will be great in the winter though, and it looks smart.

This is the lighter version of the Kyla haven’t got one myself as I could set up a jacket shop at this stage

WEATHERBEETA EVERLY JACKET

The WeatherBeeta Everly Jacket is a technical waterproof, windproof and breathable jacket with sealed seams for optimum protection. Designed with an A-line shape with back hem saddle gusset for freedom of movement, double puller front zip and snaps to clo

www.weatherbeeta.co.uk

 

[horsesense]

Rydale good value for money, Jack Murphy flimsy in my experience.

 

[Maesfen]

Does anyone remember the Puffa long riding coat? I have one and it's only been on a horse once; the other times worn it was for stewarding and it's stuck in the wardrobe gathering dust so if anyone's interested, let me know. It's a navy medium (12 - 16)? I was a 14 when I wore it and wore a Puffa waistcoat under with plenty of room; you certainly need something as it only has a mesh lining.

 

[Penguin_Toes]

I absolutely love my Mountain Horse Alicia, my last instructor bought one and loves it too and she is outside all winter pretty much!

 

[LJF0664]

I bought the EqueTech Solstice a few years ago and really rate it. Holds up to the rain, and opens up well to ride in

 

[Nudibranch]

I have a Baleno Kensington and it was worth every penny. The full length coats are invaluable in heavy rain. They do come up quite big so I'd possibly go a size down if I were buying again.

I had a lovely Eurostar for a while and I really like the modern lightweight waterproof fabrics, but the zip went. I did get a refund but was wary of buying another.

 

[WelshD]

I like the look of the new Supreme Products one

 

[HelenBack]

Thanks for all the suggestions, and advice on ones to avoid!

Loads to look through so I've got a bit of research to do now. It's all really helpful though and I'm sure I'll find something suitable out of the ones listed above.

 

[pistolpete]

My jack Murphy has been lovely but sadly not really that waterproof any more. Thanks for recommends!