A comfortable alternative to tall boots
Riding ankle boots
Riding ankle boots are short riding shoes with a heel and a grippy sole. You wear them in the stable, when lunging and, together with chaps, in the saddle too. At Lepona you will find jodhpur boots with elastic inserts, lace-up boots, models with zips and lined winter and thermal boots for women, men and children. Filter by size, colour and brand.
Which riding ankle boot is right for you?
A riding ankle boot should fit firmly on your foot, not slip through the stirrup and cope with everyday stable life. The main differences lie in the fastening, the material and the lining.
Types of ankle boot at a glance
- Jodhpur boots: the classic with elastic inserts on both sides. They are quick to put on and take off. Some models also have a zip.
- Lace-up boots: the lacing lets you adjust the width at the instep. Some also have a side zip.
- Winter and thermal boots: lined models for cold days, for example with sheepskin or thermal lining. Exactly what is used is stated on the item.
- Children's boots: junior models in smaller sizes. In the size filter the range starts at size 26.
Material
Many riding ankle boots are made of leather, for example cowhide, soft leather, oiled leather or nubuck. There are also models made of rubber or synthetics, for example for the stable and mud. Leather needs regular care; rubber can simply be rinsed off. Whether a model is water-repellent is stated on the item.
Size and fit
In the shop you will find ankle boots from size 26 to 46, most between 36 and 43. Go by your usual shoe size and the manufacturer's size chart. Your heel should not slip out when walking, and your toes should not touch the front. If you wear thick socks or an insole, try the boot on with them. With lined models it can make sense to choose half or a whole size larger. Whether this is necessary depends on the manufacturer; you will often find a note on the item.
Heel and sole
An ankle boot for riding should have a heel so that your foot does not slip through the stirrup. A flat sole with only a light tread helps so that you do not get caught in the stirrup. Models with a coarse tread are better suited to the stable and hacking. What suits your stirrups depends on the model.
Ankle boots with chaps or tall riding boots?
Ankle boots and chaps together create a long leg line, similar to a riding boot. After riding you take the chaps off and carry on in your ankle boots. A tall riding boot, on the other hand, is a closed boot. It only fits well if the shaft height and calf width are right. What suits you depends on your discipline, preference and budget. Whether ankle boots and chaps are allowed at a show is governed by the schedule and the applicable rules.
Care and accessories
After the stable, clean the dirt off leather, let it dry slowly in the air and care for it regularly. Do not put wet boots on the radiator. Care for smooth leather regularly with leather care, and nubuck and suede with a suitable brush and waterproofing; removable insoles can be aired separately. Care products, boot jacks and boot bags can be found under Boot accessories, matching socks under Riding socks.
Brands
Riding ankle boots in the shop come from brands including ELT, BR, QHP, Kavalkade, Premiere, Q-essentials and Ego7. Use the brand filter to find your favourite brand quickly.
Advice
Not sure about the size or model? We will be happy to advise you by phone, WhatsApp or video.
Go by your usual shoe size and the manufacturer's size chart. Your heel should not slip out, and your toes should not touch the front. With lined models or thick socks, half or a whole size larger can make sense. Whether this is necessary depends on the manufacturer.
Yes. The shop has lined winter and thermal boots, for example with sheepskin or thermal lining. Whether a model is water-repellent is stated on the item. Thermal socks can add warmth; in that case try the boot on with those socks.
That depends on the class and the rules. In many classes ankle boots with chaps are permitted; in some, tall riding boots are compulsory. The schedule and the current rules of the governing body are binding.
Jodhpur boots have elastic inserts on the sides and are quick to put on and take off. With lace-up boots you adjust the width at the instep with the laces. Some models also have a zip.
For riding, the ankle boot should have a heel so that your foot does not slip through the stirrup. A fairly flat sole with a light tread helps you not to get caught in the stirrup. A coarse tread is better suited to the stable and hacking.
Not for the stable and groundwork. For riding, many wear chaps with them because they protect the calf from pressure and rubbing from the stirrup leathers and saddle. It is important that the chaps and ankle boots go together, especially in shaft height. More on this in the Chaps category.