All boots are not created equal. Several types of tall boots can fit differently, even if are the same size. If you want to know how to measure for tall riding boots, you have come to the right place. We will help you select a size to ensure a perfect fit.
Measuring yourself correctly when buying a pair of long riding boots will help to ensure you’re comfortable, secure and safe in the saddle.
So, no more words, here is the easiest way to measure tall riding boots. Continue reading!
How to Measure for Tall Riding Boots?
Before we talk about how to measure for tall boots, let’s see what tools you need for measuring.
What you will need:
- A soft measuring tape
- A piece of paper
- A chair (ideally a straight-backed dining chair)
- A helper
For the most accurate measurements it’s best to ask someone to help you. Put on the breeches or jodhpurs and socks you would normally wear with your boots.
- Sit in a chair with your feet flat on the floor, knees at a 90 degree angle.
- To measure boot width, ask your helper to measure around your calf at its widest point
- To measure boot height, measure from the floor to the back of your knee. Your preferred boot height depends on your personal taste; some riders prefer very tall boots, while others prefer boots that come up shorter. As different stiffnesses of leather will have different rates to which they drop once broken in, it is always a good idea to check the size guides against specific boots to help you decide on sizing. Typically, multiply your original height by 1½ inches.
- Match your calf and height measurements to the size guide supplied with the riding boots
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Foot Measurements
- Position your foot on a blank A4 sheet of paper and with a pen draw around the contour of your feet
- Then draw a line from the tip of your toe to the heel and let us know the length of your feet in cm (this is n. 9 on the below diagram)
- Draw a line on the ball of your foot and let us know the length in cm; then repeat on the instep, and heel; this is not the circumference of your foot, just draw a line from side to side from the contour of your foot
Leg Measurements
- Check your leg height (n. 1 on diagram above), always measure with NO shoes from heel up to the crease behind your knee, bend leg like in a jumping position and check height in cm
- When wearing boots, take a measurement below your kneecap (n. 2 on diagram above) put a tape measurement all around your leg, just below the knee cap on the slimmest point
- At its widest point, measure your calf (n. 3 on diagram above), move the tape up and down a bit to identify the widest point (be careful and always check the tape is straight around your legs)
- Your lower calf should be measured (n. 4 on diagram above), this will be between your ankle and your calf
- The slimmest part of your ankle should be measured (n. 5 on diagram above)
Tips on How to Measure for Tall Riding Boots
- Always verify your measurements; if you do it a few times, you’ll be certain they’re accurate.
- It is preferable to have assistance from a third party because doing this on your own can be challenging.
- If you normally wear thick breeches, then measure up with your breeches, if you use thin competition breeches and you’d like boots to be skin tight then we recommend measuring bare legs, please specify to us how you took your measurements
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Final Words on How to Measure for Tall Riding Boots
That’s all about how to measure tall riding boots.
Wearing the wrong size of riding boot can result in discomfort as well as spoil the overall picture, particularly if dressed for a competition.
Keep in mind that leather boots can be uncomfortable when they are new and will stretch out over time as they break in.
Don’t give in to the temptation to increase your calf measurements because at first they should fit snugly on your leg and be a little challenging to zip up.If you are interested in riding boots, read our posts below:
FAQs about Measureing Tall Riding Boots
How Do You Measure a Tall Boot?
In front of the boot sole, the shaft begins. You can run a measuring tape up the side of the boot from the top of the boot sole to the top of the shaft.
How Tall Should My Riding Boots Be?
Your tall boots should fit right up into the bend behind your knee.
Should You Size Up in Tall Boots?
Foot size is important, when you are trying on tall boots use the socks and leg wear that you normally ride in.
