Ellen is Redpost’s Marketing Assistant and works remotely from the North East of England. She has owned her horse Jack for 9 years and they enjoy eventing, local showjumping and a spot of dressage!
About the product
The Ariat EOS Breathe Half Grip Riding Tights offer flattering support and style-meets-function details for the ultimate in performance. Carefully placed perforations on the calves and waistband increase airflow, making these the perfect choice for warmer climates and the summer months.
The compressive recycled polyester/spandex fabrication provides a sleek fit and retains it’s flattering, figure-hugging shape, while an Ariat® Silicone Grip full seat helps to provide optimal security in the saddle.
What were your first impressions?
I was excited to give them a go. When I first opened them, I could already feel they were a really nice quality Riding Tight. I found they were not see-through at all (where they’re not meant to be) and was really happy with how thick the waistband was as it is super flattering!
How was the sizing & fit?
These riding tights are really flattering although I must admit they come up a little on the small side. I went for a medium as I am usually a 10-12 and didn’t want to risk it with a small size (which is advised 8-10) and I found they fit me just right. There is a lot of stretch in them so they were still really comfortable and I’m sure, as most riding tights do they will give even more over time!
Did the product live up to its selling points?
It definitely did! The perforations are such a great addition and I have worn these leggings throughout the various heatwaves and haven’t found that they have ‘stuck’ to me as much as some leggings can in the heat! I really liked the grip – as I can be fussy about how ‘grippy’ it is – as I never like to feel I have no freedom of movement in the saddle.! This was just the right amount of grip, and I found even though it is half grip, the grip still came quite far up my inner thigh, so I still felt really secure!
How did you test the product?
I have ridden in this product, bringing my horse back into work – which can usually involve quite a bit of leaping (unintentionally) and I have felt really safe and secure in the saddle and don’t feel as though I am slipping about which is always nice. We have been hacking, schooling and to the gallops and have really enjoyed how cool these leggings have kept me. I have also obviously worn them while doing jobs around the yard – as on a hot day sometimes I just can’t be bothered to change into a pair of shorts and these leggings just made it even easier for me to stay comfortable while I poo picked in the sun or swept the yard!
Would you recommend to a friend?
Yes! I think they are a great quality riding tights and even if I have snagged one of the holes on a nail or in a bracelet – there i no damage to the leggings whatsoever so they’re definitely built to last.
What was your favourite feature?
It must be the main feature of the perforations. These are comfortable, flattering and breathable riding tights that I reach for on sunny days.
Any other comments?
I did find that marks do show very easily on them – which is inevitable around horses – but they washed really well, while still maintaining their shape so they looked like new when I wore them next.
