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Post by dalesponyrider on Apr 6, 2010 8:24:34 GMT -1
A good pair of boot's for riding AND walking for men and for women.
Joe is going to want to ride more as we go out together and we will need boots each that we can ride AND walk in. None of my riding boots are really that comfortable for walking.
Joe needs WIDE walking boots.
I need boots that are fairly broad across the front end of my foot and narrow round the heel.
It took us ages to find walking boots that really fitted us so I guess it's going to be difficult to find a boot that will fit the bill for riding and walking. Just thought I'd see if any of you have any suggestions.
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Post by SuzieP on Apr 6, 2010 8:34:58 GMT -1
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Post by olivia on Apr 6, 2010 9:09:23 GMT -1
Just as a slight aside - in my TREC rule book it does say for safety reasons riding trainers (which they recommend because you can walk and ride in them) should be used with a stirrup cage because they lack the very defined heel you get on traditional riding boots....
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Post by zeldalithgow on Apr 6, 2010 11:26:05 GMT -1
I have a pair of Ariat boots, they were very comfy to start with, now I'm finding them not so comfy they feel like the padding in the sole has gone - although I have had them a few years; also they have absolutely no grip so not great in for muddy/rough ground. The newer ones maybe different  ps I have wide fronts and fairly narrow heels |
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Post by Rowndan on Apr 6, 2010 11:35:41 GMT -1
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Post by harleydales on Apr 6, 2010 11:39:22 GMT -1
I like the mountain horse ones too, but found them a bit narrow (I have quite wide feet).
I ride, walk and work with sheep/cattle in my Muckboot Tymes - the riding boot one and find them very comfy, but they probably wouldn't be much good for going up hills.
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Post by SuzieP on Apr 6, 2010 13:13:50 GMT -1
Just as a slight aside - in my TREC rule book it does say for safety reasons riding trainers (which they recommend because you can walk and ride in them) should be used with a stirrup cage because they lack the very defined heel you get on traditional riding boots.... That's a good point.... These seem to have a fairly decent heel though www.rideaway.co.uk/ariat-telluride-h20-boots--1/default.aspxWould need to wear chaps as well for riding though wouldn't you? To avoid rubbing.... |
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Post by dalesponyrider on Apr 6, 2010 15:11:46 GMT -1
I looked at the Ariat Telluride boots Sue, I just wondered if anyone had actually tried any of these and could make any recommendations?
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Post by Debbie on Apr 6, 2010 22:36:50 GMT -1
I have the Telluride H2O boots (waterproofed) and have practically lived in them for two winters and continuing. As Sue says, they're not cheap, but they do hold up. The waterproofing and insulation are especially good. I still have my original pair and they are going on two or three years now, and they're still not leaking.
Zelda's right about them being slick, especially on the ball of the foot. This is to help your boot slip out of the stirrup in the event of a fall, but I really agree with Olivia regarding getting a boot cage for the stirrups. Better safe than sorry.
Regarding the padding in the boot, I have very high arches, so I tend to pad any of the boots/shoes I get. I've found with footpads, they're quite comfortable and I can switch out the footpads when they wear too thin.
Oohhhh, and I also found a brilliant, gel type heel shim that made walking in my Ariat's bliss!! They're done by Doctor Scholls, nice and squidgy material.
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Post by tomasnrichy on Apr 7, 2010 7:51:17 GMT -1
I can Recomend the Mountain Horse Rider Classic, i Ride and Walk in Mine Comfortable easy to Clean , warm also and good Broad Fit too! Row get a pair you will not be disappointed ! Linda best thing i would say is get along to your local surplier and Try them on or have a day out and Go to Robinsons or Ride Away etc and Try all the Brands, Apart from MH brand i always liked the Look of Ariat boots they are so Expensive , i think all the Other Companies are improving there choice and selection! Let us know how you get on Regards Richy Good luck
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Post by bevbob on Apr 10, 2010 13:06:29 GMT -1
I love Mountain riders and have just thrown away my 3rd pair and bought another pair! even though I havent got my Bobs anymore I still feel I need a pair for walking in...........I have also replaced my Tynes too, have had them for over a month now and not even worn them, not sure why I bought them now???
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Post by cutemangurdi1 on Apr 10, 2010 20:27:59 GMT -1
I have these boots Linda. I have been fell walking in them too. They are my second pair- I had the older version for several years until they eventually split due to the mud that eroded the leather.
I think they are great value for money and so comfy.
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Post by dalesponyrider on Apr 11, 2010 5:31:55 GMT -1
Which ones do you mean you have Jacqui? The Telluride or the Mountain Riders that Richy and Bev are talking about?
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Post by cutemangurdi1 on Apr 11, 2010 7:35:04 GMT -1
I've got both, Linda, but I meant the Arait boots. The Mountain Horse boots I have are slimmer in the foot than Ariats. Very comfy, but I haven't walked any real distance with them- just walked the dogs out, that sot of thing. I like riding in them. With the Ariats I have walked up to 8 hrs in them doing coastal walks.
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Post by Deleted on Apr 11, 2010 14:16:42 GMT -1
I have the Ariats, they are the best, had mine for 3 years now, getting tatty but still they go on!, did buy myself the Mountain horse ones but i hated them, they were too hard, too high and rubbed my ankles! gave them away! Its Ariat every time for me!
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