Womanly-sized riders, unite!

[jn4jenny]

[QUOTE=Doctracy;7832355]
Anybody have the Dublin Etsuary talls? I’m wanting something waterproof to wear to work on rainy days. I have a very small, wide foot. Calf isn’t skinny but not XW,either.
I can’t seem to fit into anything but Birkenstocks anymore.[/QUOTE]

Do your feet fit in Muck Boots? The calves on Muck Boots are pretty forgiving–at least 4 people in my barn wear them, and our calves range from 14.5" to 17"–and they’re fabulous for rainy and snowy days.
http://www.amazon.com/Original-MuckBoots-Adult-Hi-Cut-Boot/dp/B000WG240Q/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1414762894&sr=8-1&keywords=muck+boots

[jn4jenny]

If you’ve been dreaming of full chaps but always thought you couldn’t cram yourself into them without going custom…there’s a British tack shop that’s clearing out their ProChaps Athletic Full Chaps at roughly $181 US shipped. That’s a steal compared to the retail price of $275. I just got mine today, and I’m delighted! They have stock left in the bigger sizes (C, D, and E). ProChaps stretch out a LOT–I learned this from my half chaps, which are marked for a 15" calf and fit my 16.5"-17" calf beautifully–so I ordered Size C in these chaps, and they zipped up very nicely!
http://www.equinecountrystore.co.uk/rider/chaps-gaiters/pro-chap-athletic/prod_679.html

[shadytrake]

A bit off topic, I just wanted to show y’all the mounting block that hubby and I built. I’m 40lbs overweight after cancer and also have a bad back. Couple that with a 17.1hh mare that decided that 16hh was too short so she kept growing.

My 5’2" legs cannot reach the stirrup without crippling my back, so hubby and I measured and built a 33" mounting block w/platform. It cost us $78 total. So nice compared to the 4 step mounting block that cost $209 PLUS $156 freight shipping.

Used it for the first time today and it is perfect.

https://www.flickr.com/photos/shadytrake/15740750321/

[NoSuchPerson]

Very nice, shadytrake. I would love to have one like that.

[seabreeze]

Yessss! New plus-size field boots option!

I am very happy with my Fuller Fillies field boots, but I am delighted to see another boot option available. Thank you, Tredstep!

For your shopping pleasure:
https://www.smartpakequine.com/tredstep-donatello-field-boot--plus-size-11650p

[NoSuchPerson]

I tried a pair of the new plus size Tredsteps and sadly, they were cut all wrong for me. Too tight in some places, too big in others.

But I don’t show enough that I can’t get by with paddock boots and half chaps, so I don’t really need tall boots.

[Alibhai_s_Alibar]

[QUOTE=NoSuchPerson;7853220]
I tried a pair of the new plus size Tredsteps and sadly, they were cut all wrong for me. Too tight in some places, too big in others.

But I don’t show enough that I can’t get by with paddock boots and half chaps, so I don’t really need tall boots.[/QUOTE]

That’s a bummer! Do you remember where they were too big and where they were too small? Ankle, calf, etc?

[Appsolute]

The new Ariat V sport boots (similar to the Volants - but at a $300 price point) will come (I say will, because its still back ordered) in an XL calf that is 16 3/4" for a 8.5 foot.

Reviews I have hunted down say that the calves run big, and if in between sizes to order a size down.

My calves are 16 1/4 so I think I am going to get the wide calf which is 15 3/4.

http://www.doversaddlery.com/v-sport-tall-zp-bt-med-hght/p/X1-380325/

[NoSuchPerson]

[QUOTE=Alibhai’s Alibar;7853476]
That’s a bummer! Do you remember where they were too big and where they were too small? Ankle, calf, etc?[/QUOTE]

I’m short with short legs. I have duck feet and big calves, but I don’t think my legs are oddly shaped otherwise. I’ve almost got nice ankles. The boots didn’t work because:

They were too narrow in the foot, which was an issue for me because I have wide feet.

The widest part of the boot calf didn’t match the widest part of my calf. I might have attributed that to my short legs, but I ordered the short height and if anything, they were a smidge too short, so they are obviously intended for short legged riders.

They were huge around the top. I could zip them up over jeans and still stick my fist down the top.

The fit in the ankle and lower leg was good and the boots were beee-you-tee-ful. I was so disappointed when I put them on and realized that not only didn’t that pair fit, but that no other size was going to fit well, either.

[Alibhai_s_Alibar]

[QUOTE=NoSuchPerson;7853764]
I’m short with short legs. I have duck feet and big calves, but I don’t think my legs are oddly shaped otherwise. I’ve almost got nice ankles. The boots didn’t work because:

They were too narrow in the foot, which was an issue for me because I have wide feet.

The widest part of the boot calf didn’t match the widest part of my calf. I might have attributed that to my short legs, but I ordered the short height and if anything, they were a smidge too short, so they are obviously intended for short legged riders.

They were huge around the top. I could zip them up over jeans and still stick my fist down the top.

The fit in the ankle and lower leg was good and the boots were beee-you-tee-ful. I was so disappointed when I put them on and realized that not only didn’t that pair fit, but that no other size was going to fit well, either.[/QUOTE]

That’s very helpful- thank you!

[hegeman]

I gave the Tredstep Donatello plus wide dress boots a try, and they were a bit big for my 17-3/4" calf; however, I feel the may fit a larger calf lovely. I ended up going with the Ariat Challenge Contour Square Toe Field Zip in Cognac color, xwide, and they fit like custom. They literally mold to your leg. Worth giving them a go when zipped up.
Also, I wear SmartPak Piper Plus full seat breeches because they have a variety of colors, fit high enough in the waist and are comfortable. They are for budget-minded riders.

[caper]

I am going to give these boots a try TUFFRIDER LADIES’ PLUS RIDER FIELD BOOT
Link: https://www.horseloverz.com/product/tall-boots/1142099-tuffrider-ladies-plus-rider-field-boot.html

They don’t just have a wide calf but a short of tall height. They are listed as a new product. If you can find a lower price online Horseloverz will match it.

They may not be top of the line but I would be so happy to have boots that fit. I am breaking in some that are digging into the back of my knee. I had to even condition the inside of the boot to soften them.

[KrazyTBMare]

[QUOTE=hegeman;7892959]
I gave the Tredstep Donatello plus wide dress boots a try, and they were a bit big for my 17-3/4" calf; however, I feel the may fit a larger calf lovely. I ended up going with the Ariat Challenge Contour Square Toe Field Zip in Cognac color, xwide, and they fit like custom. They literally mold to your leg. Worth giving them a go when zipped up.
Also, I wear SmartPak Piper Plus full seat breeches because they have a variety of colors, fit high enough in the waist and are comfortable. They are for budget-minded riders.[/QUOTE]

I found a size chart for the Ariats and it says its a 17" calf but you are saying that it fits your 17.75" calf like custom?

How contoured are the ankles on the Ariats? My issue now is that I damaged my ankle in Jan and have scar tissue and my left ankle is now big and I had to return the Mountain Horse High Rider field boots b/c I could not get it over my left ankle.

Also how would you describe the quality of the Tredstep boots? I really like that they have a tall and wide sizing option as usually I run into an issue of the boots being too short.

[ezduzit]

I bought a pair of “Fits” breeches for winter. Heavenly soft lining, full seat and wind proof. I recommend them wholeheartedly. And I was able to buy a size smaller than normal…I know, I know…I’m just as fat but for once I had to put the bigger size back and buy the smaller size. $149. Worth it for my ego, if nothing else. Asking Santa for a second pair.

[amb]

In case this is useful to someone else: SmartPak is selling most Fuller Fillies stuff for 50% off right now, with the exception of the Ali Gaiter half-chaps which are 75% off.

I am horribly afraid this means they’re discontinuing it all, which makes me sad, but at the very moment I don’t mind the good deal. (Had been meaning to try the Ali Gaiters sometime anyway!)

[Coreene]

PSA: SmartPak has the FF dressage boots on post-Xmas sale for $58, the show coat for around the same, their Bradley denim breeches on sale, and some of their own show shirts.

[Appsolute]

[QUOTE=KrazyTBMare;7895751]
I found a size chart for the Ariats and it says its a 17" calf but you are saying that it fits your 17.75" calf like custom?[/QUOTE]

I keep hearing that the Ariat wide, and xtra wides run large. Most reviews I am reading (because I am boot shopping!) keep saying to size down - especially if you are between sizes.

I have 16" calves and I am headed to the Dover store in Denver to try on boots next week - I will report back!

[Appsolute]

Annnnd - the Ariat 8.5 Wide calf fits my 16"+ calves PERFECTLY. Like custom. A little tight the first time on, within two rides they zip right up easily and fit like a glove.

[50andNewtoRidingandShowing]

Advice needed for a new, older, plus-sized rider considering showing.

OK, so I’m new here, I’m 50 and I’m definitely plus sized. I ride weekly and am about to (possibly) do my first show. Just on the flat and poles. Should I? I look kind of ridiculous at this weight (240 - my highest ever.) And I’m 50. And it costs a fortune. Am I wasting my money? Should I wait until I can do cross rails? I’m seriously concerned that no matter how well I ride, there is such bias against overweight riders.

[emipou]

Just go and make it a fun experience and screw everything else. I think I was around that weight range my first show. Who cares? Just have fun.