Dubarry for riding?

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Dolly247

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Good afternoon everyone :)
As I'm starting lessons again after many many years off I don't want to buy new boots straight away. I have the hat and the breeches etc (not from years ago...they are new) I have worn half chaps with jodphur boots in the past as I prefer the feel to long boots.
Anyway, I want to get some dubarrys for dog walking as my Welles will no longer surface with icy woods! However, I wanted to know if I would be able to start riding with dubarrys before I invest in anymore gear especially as they will be multi purpose! I wanted to know if RS these days will allow me to wear them? I was thinking of the Tipperary style as they are a little more fitted than the Galway. Sorry if this is a silly question just trying to save some money for my first few lessons or so and wanted some advice from the experts :) xxx
 
...sorry when I say hat I mean helmet! And I bought a kite marked velvet helmet it's the gatehouse hickstead And Windsor (diamanté because I couldn't resist!) helmet... I have a big fear of hitting my head so the first thing I got was a helmet. It meets the BSEN 1384 standards :)... Didn't know if this helmet was ok for just a RS thoug! X :)
 
I have only seen pics of Dubarry boots - but for me personally they would probably be a little too chunky for riding lessons. I am used to Mountain horse high riders - I don't feel confident schooling properly in other boots - tho I do go for a quick pootle in my other country style pull on boots. I have Ariat Winderemere boots which are deigned for riding - and they also have a good grip and sturdy sole - just thinking if you are looking for a duel purpose boot they might be worth a try.
 
Thank you so much for your reply. I have looked at the ariat Windermere boots online (not in person!)and I like the styling.
If I can get away with a dual purpose boot I would prefer it as I'm getting back into it all slowly. I didn't know if this wasn't the done thing at a RS but if other people are doing this then that's great. The other benefit of the ariat is they are half the price of dubarry! Although i didnt mind the cost if i can wear them as dual purpose but it would be annoying to shell out for expensive boots if they are unsuitable. Especially as I can't really try them riding and return them if they are too chunky... Lol!This is why it's good to get advice, If this is a good recommended boot then I will give them a try :) Thanks so much again :)
 
Dolly247 said:
.... Sorry I forgot to ask if the ariat boots are true to size or come up small? :)
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They are fairly true to size. Mine are the medium fitting size around the calf - unless you have partyicularly slim legs I find this size the best bet, specially if you want to wear over the top of jeans or thicker jodhs.
 
I've just had a look at the Dubarry boots - none of them seem meant for riding, except the one called Clare, which just says it's for "occasional light riding". Although maybe there are more that I didn't see ... Still, for that price, you could get a pair of decent riding boots and a pair of field boots too. I like Mountain Horse for dual purpose boots, although I think what I need this year is a pair of neoprene riding boots - the horses seem to be living in a paddyfield ...
 
Thanks for the advice I think medium for me too! :) that's very true I def could get two for the price of a pair I'd dubarrys which I didn't actually think of haha although if I can get a decent pair similar to the dubes which are dual purpose if def rather save some money! I will look into the Clare too. I could really do with trying them on but buying online is so much easier especially as I am in France. It's difficult starting out with all the equipment etc amd expensive! I spent a little more on the helmet and the breeches than probably necessary...I am pretty much always outdoors with the dog so i know the boots will get a lot of use! If I start to have more lessons and progress I will invest in some half chaps and boots or some tall boots but I prefer leather I'd rather buy quality and love them and for them to last than the cheaper alternative. For now though the multi purpose is def a good option for me. All the advice on here is amazing! I tend to just buy and not do much research and end up spending loads of money on the wrong thing! :)
 
... Just had a little look at the Clare which LindaAd mentioned (i hadnt seen this model before now!) and for the price I think I prefer the Ariat!
 
I ride in my ariat windameres all the time- they are so comfortable, beautifully made and are smart enough you can wear out with jeans if your going shopping etc- I really recommend and I picked mine up for £80.00 on eBay - had only been worn twice before!!
 
Amazing that's just what I want in a pair of boots and everyone seems to be raving about the ariat! I love eBay for that so I will have a little look this afternoon to see if I can find a bargain! :)
 
Ahh how lovely.... They last forever! My partners mum never takes hers off and she has had them for years! If you wear them riding and they are ok then I think I'll need to try both pairs on... Difficult decision haha :)
 
I had the ariat windermeres I say had as they got binned yesterday. I do tend to 'kill' boots as they go on at the start of winter and fall off at the end. I literally wear them to death. Mucking out, dog walking riding, poo picking the works but I have to say I don't really take care of them which you really have to do.

Mine go ankle deep in mud and water they split in the end I am gutted as they were not cheap boots. but they were warm and comfortable to ride in just not up to the abuse I give them.

TBH the company's should send there stuff to be for checking, Personnelly I would not buy durbarrys as I really don't think they would last that much longer than the ariat's. A couple of people have them at my yard but they either clean them when they get home (sorry I don't have the time for that) or change to go to the fields in and again I don't see the point in owning something like yard boots and changing when you are at the yard.
 
OBC- lol!!! You sound EXACTLY like me I put them on and they don't come off until they drop off;) but such comfy boots and they seem to fit my calf really nicely- I have quite slim calfs and I do find alot of the other boots on the market are HUGE and floppy round that area but the windameres are lovely:) I'm massively guilty of dragging her highness in from bog like field, then im straight in to standing in sandschool whilst long lineing, I may fine them a half ass wipe on the grassy bit at side of school before I get on and ride, then I'm off back out into muddy field to put kitty bk out then into muck heap back out to field to drag them all in and once ALL that is done I may remember to give them a bit of a hose down before I go home and then it's straight by the rad- so the hall STINKS of damp boots and I wonder why they are all split and a little bit damp inside:/!!! I work my boots bloody hard but I expect if they are country/ riding boots they are EXACTLY that!!!! Sorry long boot ramble over;) buy the windermeres;) x
 
Highly recommend toggi calgary boots. Cheap price and great for riding in. I got mine a year ago and just cleaned them the other day with some gwax. They are waterproof to a point but i wouldnt stand about in puddles all day. I had dubarrys and sold them on ebay couldnt justify wearing boots at that price to get dirty. Plus i prefer boots with a zip easier on and off.
 
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