Learn moreIf you’ve set your sights on horse riding as your new hobby and you’re wondering what to wear, you’ve come to the right place. I’ve been advising equestrians on what to buy for the last decade, and I’ve helped kit out friends for horse riding, too. Plus, we’ve put together even more information about choosing a riding hat in our guide to the best riding hats, too. There are two main types of horse riding boots – long boots or short (jodhpur) boots. If you would like to take this option, it’s definitely worth investing in a pair of gloves that are manufactured specifically for horse riding – you can get summer riding gloves and winter riding gloves.