Horsey wear?

okay so i've been ridding western for a couple years, and just 2 weeks ago i switched over to english because i wanted to learn to jump, and compete in hunt/jump seat.





But now i need boots and I don't know how the tall boot is supposed to fit.





the barn i ride at has consignment sales, and they have like 4 pairs of tall boots that are really nice and under 60$





so i really want to buy one of those..





i'm 5'5'' and slim... so i tired on a 6 1/2 womens slim size and when i stand it hits right below my knee. is that normal?





the foot part fits great! and the leg/shin part is a little roomy, the calf part is perfect, but the knee is too tight! It makes my knee look fat! and i don't want fat knees haha





since their used boots.. the ankle part is already loose...


will they form to my leg?





or should i just go buy a brand new pair of tall boots?





where can i get them for cheap?





thanks! any advice is greatly appreciated!

Horsey wear?
I don't think that these used boots will form to your leg, also you would probably be stuck with the fat knee, leather after it has been broken in doesn't have a whole lot of stretch with just normal wear. You could buy them and get them professional stretched (most shoe-repair places will do this for a small fee) but be prepared to wait at least a week.





Personally, I'd buy new tall boots. Since you aren't super tall you should be able to find boots fairly easily (sometimes tall boots for the extra long-legged are a huuuge pain. that's experience talking, lol) When you try them on, remember tehy will from to your calf and you will have to break them in to your feet. Also, they will fall, typically between 1 and 2'', this means that you basically have to buy them crawling up the backs of your knees and suffer breaking them in. It is worth it, I think.





Are you planning to show? If not, have you considered paddocks and half chaps? (No breaking in pains...)
Reply:$60 is a good price to pay if the boot is in good condition I pay like 130 for a pair of new tall english boots! and I would recommend getting the boot in a size bigger bc the breeches also have to fit into the boot and it should be about knee high.
Reply:I have the same problem...I have short legs, and tall boots cut me off at the knee and my "knee fat" (if you will!) hangs over the top and looks completely weird. Sigh.





You don't want them to be too tight anywhere, as you won't be too comfortable, nor will you be able to move too well in them. New leather boots will take some breaking in before they cease to be stiff and semi-uncomfortable. The ouside top of the calf will be a little higher than the inside (called a Spanish top, I think) which is OK and shouldn't affect fit. It's more for looks than anything else.





You can get boots in different heights and circumferences, but you'll likely pay more for a brand that offers these options. You might want to think about getting non-leather tall boots (PVC) until you decide that hunter is really for you. Good boots are a huge investment! State Line Tack and Dover carry realistic-looking, correctly styled PVC tall boots. You could also get a pair of paddock boots and half chaps...Ariat makes some that go together very nicely and are comfy and long-lasting, too.
Reply:well you have to make sure its possible to get them off and yes it is sapossed to be right under the knee. what matters is your comfort. also make sure they are in good shape.60.00 is cheap



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