It’s no secret, horse riding enthusiasts can be hard to buy for! As an equestrian, they’ll often already have it all – it’s a need for the sport. But we have plenty of equestrian gift ideas for horse lovers, from exciting horse-related experiences to the latest clothing and accessories. We’ve put together a guide to the best horse-riding gifts for you to treat that special someone.

Feeling comfortable in the saddle is crucial, so it’s vital you find the best shoes to wear when horseback riding – and this can differ depending on your chosen discipline. The market for equestrian footwear is full of different styles, shapes, and materials, so knowing what boot is best for you can be difficult. To help you find your perfect fit, we’ve created a guide to finding the best riding boots for you.

We’ve all had that brilliant feeling of buying a brand-new pair of Western boots and looking forward to wearing them. However, we’ve also all had that brand-new tight boot feeling too.

Riding competitions can have pretty strict regulations when it comes to competition clothing. This can vary from discipline to discipline, and across the levels that you can compete within.

From barnyard to brunch, ranch work to the runway, Western boots are a great footwear option for a wide range of occasions. With such wide-ranging designs; some more simplistic and others more lavish; you can find Western boots that perfectly match any outfit and fit your personal style. At Ariat, our passionate design team combine authentic styling with industry-leading technology to give you all-day comfort. This footwear is so versatile – so here are some of our most popular Western boots for different occasions.

Any sport comes with a wide range of sportswear with different uses, fits, and styles – and riding is no exception. 

When looking for a riding coat to wear in the saddle, it’s important to first know what exactly you’ll be using it for.

Cowboy boots and the Western style has become a defining look over the past couple of years, and there are plenty of beautiful cowboy boots on the market to add to your collection. So, finding your Western style essentials is the easy bit – but how do you style cowboy boots?

Founder of the Dynamic Performance Hub and EQ Bands, Dee So'oialo, a specialist in rider & equine soft tissue; biomechanics; and strength & conditioning, works with some of the leading horses and riders in the Olympic disciplines.