Full seat vs. knee patch breeches?

[mparnell]

It appears to be trial and error and whatever works for you and your budget.

The half chap idea sounds like a great compromise.

Thanks guys!! Wishing everyone warm, nice weather!!!

[HokkaidoHelen]

well, I've got somewhat of a delicate derriere as it were. For some reason I chafe if I've only got knee patches, so I go with full-seat breeches. I've got a pair of tropical riders for summer and several normal ones for the rest of the year. I agree it's up to personal taste. I don't think it makes me a better rider If you can borrow a pair from someone to see if you like them to ride in.

[Luci]

Coolmax fabric grannie undies that cover my butt (instead of thong, bikini etc.) make my full seats very comfy and not too sweaty. Anything else = wedgie Otherwise, love my Cotton Natural knee patch. Stretchy, thick enough to be durable and fit well.

Happy trying on MelindaP

[niaru]

I have both but the ones I truly LOVE and can't find at a reasonable price are EXTENDED patch breeches. They provide stick without the "diaper" effect, and are much more comfortable to wear in summer.

I wear knee patch, or jeans, or reg. pants and 1/2 chaps to school.

I wear full seats on Hunter paces and xcountry school. They have saved my butts a few times during Charm's "airs-above-ground" episodes...lol I have a pair of Ariats that are great, and a pair of fleece lined Kerrits that I love for winter airs-above-ground.

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In any of the English disciplines, there is a variety of riding breeches that you can choose from. Whether you are showing or schooling, having the perfect pair of riding breeches complements your profile and provides a better grip in the saddle while also improving communication between you and your horse!



Riding breeches are typically made of cotton or a blend of cotton and synthetic fabric. They are flattering, form-fitting, and designed with both performance and style in mind. For example, full seat breeches are refined, sleek breeches that are designed to be worn with tall boots for dressage and eventing. They have gripping fabric or gel patterns in the knee and inner thigh, which keeps the rider snug in the saddle.

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Feb 28, 2008 0:31:55 GMT -5 mparnell said:

Hi all - just a quick question from a know-it-all-quarter-horse-western-gal to an unknowing-thoroughbred-owner-english rider!!!

Breeches - in choosing my lower body wear I have came to an impasse.......

It appears that full seat would be easier, more stable, and make you a more confident rider - but it feels to me sort of like CHEATING - that I should be working on my balance without the aid of fancy pants (he he he) and just using knee patch breeches.

So - give me your inputs - I'm sure everyone has experience here!!!

I would recommend you to wear Jodhpur pants, commonly known as “jods” are typically worn by younger equestrians and beginner riders. They look similar to a pair of breeches, but have a cuff and strap at the bottom and are worn with short boots.

Jods, like breeches and some riding tights, will often come with knee-patch grips for extra security in the saddle. They are typically designed as pull-on or slip-ons so your little equestrian doesn’t have to fumble with buttons or zippers. Some kid’s jods, like these Euro Seat jods from Dublin, have faux zippers so they look and feel like breeches.