How to keep your extremities warm

Kim Horton

How to Keep your Extremities Warm

For some riders, cold or freezing temperatures means less time with their horses because they struggle to keep warm — but it doesn't have to be that way.

Keeping your feet and toes warm can be difficult during long hours outside while you take care of the dreaded chores and spend time with your horse. If you have a hard time keeping your extremities warm, wearing good socks, gloves and headwear can help you get through the winter more comfortably.

H E A D

Believe it or not, there is now technically designed head gear to keep your head and bits of it, ie your ears, warm without sacrificing safety.

Best for complete warmth
HKM Thermal Hat

Snug fit; covers ears, can be worn underneath your riding hat or on its own.

Best for ear protection
HKM Fleece Ear Warmers

Smart equestrian headband to keep your ears warm.

H A N D S

As the air gets even colder, it can become difficult to keep your hands and fingers warm while riding and doing your chores. Select the best pair of gloves you can afford, and they’ll prove a good investment of your time and money, and will help ensure your hands stay warm. Good quality gloves should last as well providing you don’t lose them!

Best for contact and grip

LeMieux Polar Grip Gloves

Insulated and comfortable; silicone power grip palm; touchscreen compatible.

Best for warmth
Woof Wear Precision Thermal Riding Glove

Warm and comfortable with supreme grip for good feel and comfort on the reins.

Best for everything

Ariat Insulated Tek Grip Gloves

High performance riding gloves with warm fleece insulation.

Best for doing jobs on the yard and in the field
Busse All Round Winter Glove

Waterproof; extremely hard wearing; warm fleece lining.

F E E T

Just as with your horse riding boots, good winter socks not only need to be warm but also wick away moisture to help keep your feet dry. When your feet are dry, they're more likely to be warm as well. Look out for materials such as fleece, wool or merino wool as socks made of these will keep your feet warm and dry.

Resist the temptation to layer socks too heavily. Too many pairs will limit circulation. You need to be able to put your foot into your boot without feeling like you have to squeeze it in.

A pair of nylon socks, like those worn under field boots or dress boots, is a good additional layer to wear under a wool sock that will not add any thickness.

Most popular
Woof Wear Winter Riding Socks

Woof Wear Winter Riding Socks
Thermal; specially designed for wear with riding boots; hard wearing.

If you need more help with what to wear whatever the weather throws at you, our collection of winter horse riding wear includes coats, gilets, legwear and other thermal products to keep you warm and toastie!

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