What clothes to wear for horse riding?

Knowing what clothes to wear while riding is essential for your comfort and safety. Proper attire not only improves your performance but also ensures a pleasant experience for you and your horse.

You don't need professional clothing and accessories for a pleasant horseback ride; you just need to take a few simple precautions.

Clothing should be comfortable and practical. The best clothing for horseback riding is closed-toe shoes, comfortable pants, and a shirt or T-shirt that doesn't restrict movement. That's it!

In winter, I would include gloves, a sweater, and a warm jacket, but the same rules apply: comfortable and practical.

It's best not to wear your best clothes; on horseback rides through the wilderness, you always have to be aware of branches and thorns along the path, which could tear your clothing, or puddles, mud, and dirt, which could dirty it.

Also, before setting out, it's always best to check the weather forecast and dress appropriately so you're not caught off guard in the event of a sudden downpour. If it's sunny, don't forget sunscreen and you can wear sunglasses, but remember that if they fall on the trail, they could be gone forever!

What clothes to wear for horse riding?

Approved helmet . It's an essential safety element designed to protect your head from impact in the event of a fall, kick, or blow, distributing the force and reducing the risk of injury. At Cavalls Wakan, we'll provide you with one before your ride.

A shirt or T-shirt , as long as it fits well, not too tight that it restricts movement, nor too loose that it could snag on gear or branches along the way. In winter, a sweater and jacket that can be layered or removed depending on the temperature (or a sudden change in the weather).

Long pants. For your legs, leggings, tights, jeans, or long pants that fit comfortably will suffice. If they're too big or too loose, they can wrinkle and cause chafing.

Never wear shorts, because rubbing against the saddle and horse could affect your legs. Long pants also protect your legs from small scratches from bushes and branches you may encounter along the way.

Closed shoes. Any sturdy boot will be suitable; hiking or country boots are ideal, but sneakers will also make riding a good match. Be careful with laces: loose laces can get caught in the stirrups. Never wear open shoes (flip-flops, sandals, etc.).

Other riding gear you can wear includes belts, gloves, and socks that vary in thickness depending on the season. Don't forget simple underwear that doesn't rub against you.

What clothes NOT to wear for horse riding?

Hats. Before setting out on the route, you'll be given an approved helmet, an essential safety item, so any hat you might be wearing won't be of any use.

Skirts and dresses. Long skirts and dresses are not functional for horse riding.

Elegant clothing . When riding, it's important to have a full range of motion, and beyond the physical aspect, how difficult would it be to ride in an evening gown or suit? Not to mention branches and thorns along the path, which could tear your clothing, or puddles, mud, and dirt, which could dirty it.

Shorts. Riding in shorts, swimsuits, skirts, or dresses is impractical and uncomfortable. We allow people to ride in shorts, however, between the heat of the saddle, the rubbing caused by the horse's natural movement while riding, and the branches in the woods and on the trails, your legs won't be happy at the end of the ride.

Flip-flops. These are a big no-no. Avoid wearing open-toed shoes or sandals, as they don't protect your feet and increase the risk of injury if your foot gets caught in a stirrup. One of the main reasons is safety. If a horse accidentally steps on your foot, you'll wish you had a real shoe. Another reason is that they don't fit properly and could fall off during the ride.

High heels. Never. When you put your foot in the stirrup and then swing your right leg over the saddle, the front of your high heel slips when you put pressure on it, causing your foot to slide down into the stirrup as you try to stand up. And because the heel is so long, it gets caught in the stirrup, and you end up falling backward off the horse with your foot still stuck up high (and twisted in a way it probably shouldn't be).

Jewelry and pendants. Avoid wearing jewelry and pendants, such as long necklaces, earrings, or bracelets, which can catch on equipment or surrounding branches and pose a risk of injury if tangled. It's also not advisable to carry bags or backpacks, as they are uncomfortable and could also get caught.

We must be careful not to lose our sunglasses, especially if we hang them from our shirt on our chest. At the first trot of the horse, they can fall off and we won't notice until a long time later (it's a classic).

Riding attire is more than just a matter of fashion. Most garments are chosen for their functionality, comfort, and safety when it comes to horses.

If you're new to riding, I hope I've helped you figure out what to wear and what not to wear for your Horseback Riding Tour . Hopefully, you'll catch the horse bug (it's quite contagious!). And if you're not new to riding... well, you probably already know what to wear.