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Post by muncageo on Oct 21, 2010 21:40:53 GMT
i am looking for some black long boots, hopefully ones that do not break the bank! i have quite wide feet, not usually a problem, but i cant have any that are very narrow, i have looked at the ariat breamont, but i dont think you can show in them because they have laces on? - not sure about this but i was told by a friend
thanks everybody in advance!
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Post by JaysMum on Oct 21, 2010 22:33:02 GMT
Ha, was going to say i have a pair of long leather boots I want sold (not advertising anywhere...as not in a hurry to do so) but the calves are quite narrow-medium and size 6...
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Post by ponykat on Oct 22, 2010 15:12:50 GMT
I got a good pair of rubber long boots from toggi for £30 from my local tack shop
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Post by Onthebit on Oct 22, 2010 15:55:45 GMT
As a present, my parents bought me the Ariat Women's Challenge II Field Boot Zip, which I do show in, and although they have the lace up bit on the front, it hasn't affected where I get placed, but they are kinda pricey.
I did used to have the Mountain Horse High Rider Boots, which were really good and cost around £130, and they were fantastic.
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Post by paulien on Oct 22, 2010 16:04:44 GMT
Regent do a lovely long leather showing boot (Grafton), the toe is quite square on them so they don't come in that narrow.
They come in black or brown (I got myself a brown pair from Showing Gems) still not worn them yet!
If anyone can tell me regarding the 'showing rules/etiquette' on the colour of boots worn - i.e If my boots are brown, do I have to wear a brown hat??
Mucho Grassy ass
Hannah
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Post by crimsoncloverep on Oct 22, 2010 16:10:24 GMT
I wear ariat bromont, have laces, never been commented on, judges often say how smart they look! Fanatstice boot and SO comfy! x
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Post by Onthebit on Oct 22, 2010 16:12:12 GMT
Paulien, I thought it was the colour of the collar that dictated the helmet colour, ie. navy colour=navy hat?
I think navy is fine with brown boots.
Muncageo, have a look on the Regent website for riding boots-they have some lovley ones for showing.
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Post by LucyHebditch on Oct 22, 2010 16:19:58 GMT
Sergio Grasso are lovely!!! I'm getting them for my 18th, very pricey though!
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Post by paulien on Oct 22, 2010 18:29:08 GMT
Thanks OTB! - I have a navy collar and navy hat so I will go and wear my brown boots with pride! - YEY
Didnt think my theory made much sense when most people have navy hat with black boots! And Ive never seen navy boots!
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Post by hollycane on Oct 22, 2010 18:48:11 GMT
erm, cue creaking whilst ancient Hollycane clambers on to her soapbox...
brown boots are for polo players and cubbing and staff or servants....., never really correct for the ring as they are "field boots" not "Top boots". whilst they look suitably dashing on the polo field or on a particularly scrummy young farmer they are not correct dress for the ring at any time of day. They are particularly unflattering for any but the skinniest, longest of leg.
As to lace up field boots in general, same thing. Truly laces and zips are for the staff who have no help to get their boots on and off dahlink......
I have a particular dislike for these type of boots. They look thin and not very good quality and I think they are deeply unflattering for any shape leg but particularly for short ones. You never see dressage riders in these boots for a good reason, they allow totally flexibility in the ankle and are light which is fine if you are flinging yourself over fences and no-one cares but if you are trying to ride seriously a fixed bit of good box calf around the ankle is both flattering and useful to keeping a strong leg position.
I've always bought Cavallos. Whilst not cheap I've only had two pairs in my whole life. The first pair is 26 years old and still going. I can't afford made to measure but there is a really good selection of size combinations.
right I'll get off my box now....
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Post by sidesaddlelady on Oct 22, 2010 19:18:51 GMT
We use Regents (long and short) for showing and Konigs for dressage - used to use Cavallos, but found Konigs better.
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Post by FF on Oct 22, 2010 19:26:37 GMT
I have two pairs of mountain horse high riders. One for shows and one for hacking as I love them so much.
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Post by paulien on Oct 22, 2010 19:34:42 GMT
Awww thats so unfair - would I be really frowned upon then if I wore my brown boots?
They are so lovely....better think about taking up polo....or working for m'lord!
Or can I try just one outing in them and see what the judge says?
Very informative discussion though...hollycane you should get on your soapbox more often.
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Post by bowditchblobs on Oct 22, 2010 19:57:04 GMT
Brown long boots in the show ring yikes!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Black boots with a garter srap please!!!!!!!!!!!
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Post by Onthebit on Oct 22, 2010 20:02:58 GMT
I refuse to get rid of my Ariat lace ups!! :L
I think for local level, you'd get away with it Paulien, but for countys, you would need black boots. I dont think I read you for first post correctly :L
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Post by hottoddy on Oct 22, 2010 20:04:46 GMT
Cavello or Konigs - pricey but you can often get a decent pair of second hands!
My show boots were second hand and are a dream to ride in but I cant walk in them their first owner obviously only ever rode in them so the ankle is shaped so perfectly for riding!
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Post by kayjayem on Oct 22, 2010 20:47:06 GMT
Regent are lovely. I have(or had) a pair 34 yrs old and fabulous. Sadly my legs are now to fat for them so I have passed them on to my niece who loves them and they still look lovely. I personally also prefer the straight tops and garter straps to the dressage tops which seem popular today but then I am a traditionalist old fart!!!
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Post by muncageo on Oct 22, 2010 20:49:48 GMT
thank you for all your posts, i am going to try on some bots at the weekend and then decide, but i have lots to choose from!! another quick question, one pair of boots i have tried on were slightly long at the back, but will they sink and so fit better after being worn in?
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Post by kayjayem on Oct 22, 2010 20:54:26 GMT
They will sink a bit IF they are comfortable enough to wear until they do! There's nothing worse than trying to ride in something that is crippling you.
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Post by Milliesmum on Oct 22, 2010 21:10:08 GMT
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Post by paulien on Oct 22, 2010 21:22:21 GMT
For Sale.....pair of BROWN regent grafton's brand new, bought on a whim because I thought they were lovely (don't tell my OH!) Size 6!
Will keep wearing my black ones .....
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Post by sandbanks on Oct 22, 2010 22:16:11 GMT
Black hunting boots with garter strap the only boots for the show ring. My regents have been boned within an inch of their lives and always get commented on by judges of the old school.
I have a particular phobia about laces and dressage tops, neither of which are correct for showing or the hunting field. I do abit of judging at local level, and whilst manners, type and way of going always come first, if turn out is a consideration, I would rather see a pair of good rubber boots than laces and high tops.
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Post by fayeandash on Oct 22, 2010 22:22:23 GMT
I have a pair of Cavallo size 5.5 long leather, black showing boots with narrow/medium leg for sale and also size 7 regent grafton, leather boots, black, with wide leg, if interested pm me, going to waste in the cupboard, both only been worn for show ring and almost new condition, both with original boxes, both are stunning boots  |
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Post by hoyshunter on Oct 23, 2010 17:00:11 GMT
Cavallos for me!! They are gorgeous and are still in perfect nick even after many years of wear x
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Post by hollycane on Oct 23, 2010 18:25:26 GMT
paulien I too have bought a beautiful pair of brown boots on a whim. I mainly bought them for the wooden trees that came with them as the person selling them clearly hadn't a clue. I didn't believe said boots would fit me and I almost hoped they wouldn't but they fit like a glove. I love them and wear them cubbing. They also go fantastically well with a tweed SS habit I have. However I don't show anymore. But I love nice things.... and I don't have an OH to answer to
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Post by sundance20 on Jan 28, 2011 14:00:05 GMT
I have broginis and im new to 'proper' showing whats this about no laces ?  ps. what size are you ? i have some size 5 regents for sale (well will still be for sale if i get told i can wear laces  ) |
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Post by rebel22 on Jan 28, 2011 14:04:48 GMT
cavallos for me to black in show ring defo
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Post by showingfanatic on Jan 28, 2011 15:52:16 GMT
I have a pair of Cavallo size 5.5 long leather, black showing boots with narrow/medium leg for sale How much fayeandash? ;D I'll be investing in a new pair of long boots at some poiny for this year...zips have bust on my current ones. Think it's due the the fact they're so comfy I wore them 24/7, Mum wasn't happy lol. I think brown boots are lovely but never invested in a pair as I wasn't sure if they where correct-so thanks for ironing that out for us hollycane. However, I do love the laced ones and have always wanted a pair! Would I really be marked down purely for having laces?  |
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Post by janine111 on Feb 15, 2011 19:42:55 GMT
mind boggling! i to have been told that judges prefer straight tops with the straps especially for mm's but when you look around the majority have got the hight top! HELP!!!!!!!!
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Post by Milliesmum on Feb 15, 2011 19:51:41 GMT
Well if turnout is an issue, to be correct you should wear traditional black straight topped boots with garter straps. However, in most ridden classes you aren't actually marked on correctness of turnout, so I would say go with your personal preference. A lot of top level riders wear the dressage top boots and it doesn't seem to hold them back, if your horse is well put together and goes nicely the boots won't make a difference one way or the other.
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