An essential Guide to Half Chaps and Waterproofs.
Heading off to pony camp is an exciting adventure for young riders. It’s a chance to improve riding skills, bond with ponies and make lifelong memories. However, for safety and comfort, having the right kit is essential.
As the Half Chaps and Waterproofs specialist, Just Chaps has the perfect fit for your child.
Here we look at what designs are available and our top tips on what to buy.
1. Half Chaps for Pony Camp.
People ask? do young riders need Half Chaps ? And the answer is yes! Half Chaps protect the lower leg from bruising and rubbing from the stirrup straps. Half Chaps need to fit well so that they don’t twist. Here are several options to look at:
Our award-winning Saltos Leather Half Chaps are shaped to hug the leg and made from traditional soft leather. Saltos Half Chaps are normally first choice because they are not only comfortable but look great too.
Saltos Gaiters are the smartest option and are ideal for competition. More information about both Saltos leather options is here.
All Purpose are an easy-care washable option made from stretch neoprene. Made to our own design for a great fit and look, they are available in all sizes from age 2 to Child Tall.
For more informaiton on our Half Chaps range, take a look at our blog here – this detailed guide gives top tips on the various designs and which might be most suitable.
2. Dri-Rider Waterproofs for Pony Camp
Waterproofs will keep you clean and dry. The Dri-Rider range of waterproofs offers all sizes in waterproof trousers (with a non-slip seat) or waterproof full chaps. Here are some details but for more information, simply visit www.justchaps.com
- Full Chaps cover the whole length of the leg. They fasten at the waist with an adjustable belt with two full length zips down the outside of the legs. An ankle strap secures the bottom with stirrups straps to prevent “ride-up”.
- Waterproof Full Chaps are perfect for both riding and yard work when you need to stay clean and dry.
- Waterproof Full Chaps can be removed from the saddle. – so ideal for warming up at a show and keeping your jodphurs clean.
- Waterproof Trousers pull on and can be worn over jodphurs or simply as trousers.
- Waterproof trousers are perfect for riding, yard work and keeping clean for shows
- Learn more about these award-winning trousers here.
- All Dri-Rider waterproofs are easy care. Read about how best to care for our waterproofs here
- Undecided which waterproofs to buy – take a look at this article on best waterproofs for children.
Should you need any help with any of our products, call our expert, friendly team on 01403 820887.
Interested to learn more about Just Chaps? – you can read the Just Chaps’ story here. Whether your child is off to Pony Camp of not, all yound riders need sensible riding kit to keep them dry and comfortable. Here is more of what we offer.
If your your rider insists on only the best leather gaiters, read more about our premium Saltos range here.