Human Riding Equipment

Choose the right clothing and protective gear for safe and comfortable riding. Topics include helmets, boots, body protectors, gloves and what beginners should wear first.

Body Protectors and Back Support

Protect your back and upper body while riding with proper body protectors and support gear designed to reduce injury risk.

Breeches or Jodhpurs

The difference between breeches and jodhpurs, and how each riding trouser style keeps you safe and comfortable on horseback.

Chaps and Gaiters

Chaps and gaiters protect your legs while riding, with full-length and half-length styles suited to different riding situations and weather.

Footwear for Riding

Proper footwear keeps you safe and in control when riding horses, whether you're just starting out or experienced.

Riding Gloves

Good riding gloves keep your hands warm and give you grip on the reins, whether you choose leather, lycra or cotton.

Riding Hats

A properly fitted riding hat is your best protection against serious head injury, so buy one that fits right before you ride.

Riding Jackets

Good riding jackets keep you warm and dry while letting you move freely in the saddle, unlike regular jackets.

What Equipment Will You Need?

Get advice on the basic gear and clothing you'll need before your first riding lesson.

What to Wear as a Beginner

Your first riding lesson doesn't require special gear, but here's what you actually need to wear and why it matters.

Whips and Crops

How to properly use whips and crops to guide horses with gentle corrections, not punishment.