How do you choose men's riding breeches for the way you ride?
Choosing men's riding breeches depends above all on the comfort you want in the saddle and how often you ride. Whether you are doing flatwork, jumping sessions or yard work, the fabric should follow every movement without creasing awkwardly. In our catalogue, Equithème men's breeches suit riders who want simple, effective everyday kit. Harcour, for its part, offers a neat cut for riders who care about their turnout.
Several points help you pick the right pair for how you ride:
- Hold at the waist: a well-cut waistband stops the breeches slipping during transitions.
- Ease at the knee: a suitable cut helps your leg hang down and keeps contact with your horse's sides.
- Leg hem: a close-fitting finish makes it easier to put on socks and boots without extra bulk.
Should you choose silicone grip or classic knee patches?
Grip in the saddle is key to steadying your position without locking the pelvis. For regular training, Equithème breeches keep your kit reliable and long-lasting. Riders who want targeted grip can look at models with grippy knee patches, such as the MONTAR GARY YATI kneegrip riding breeches or the QHP Luc Men's Grip Riding Breeches. These panels help hold the knee joint in place without stiffening the leg.
For stronger grip across the whole seat, silicone inserts are a technical solution:
- Knee grip: steadies the joint while leaving the pelvis completely free to move in the saddle.
- Silicone seat: secures the rider's seat and improves grip on the saddle.
- Fix System: the Harcour "Costaso" Fix System Grip Riding Breeches has carefully designed grip for excellent stability.
How do you kit out for winter and wet weather riding?
When temperatures drop, classic breeches can let the cold wind through. For the colder seasons, insulating fabrics give essential thermal protection. The EQUITHÈME "Zermatt" softshell breeches, silicone seat, combine the protection of a technical fabric with the hold of a grippy seat. In showers or damp conditions, the thin EQUITHÈME "Sona" over-trousers slip on over your usual outfit to keep it clean and dry.
- Softshell fabric: blocks the wind and keeps the rider warm during winter lessons.
- Protective over-trousers: shield you from splashes and damp at the yard or in the paddock.
- Breathability: lets sweat escape during exercise so you stay comfortably dry.