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Riding Breeches Optimal

Deep Brown
Regular price €149,95 EUR
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Dark brown riding breeches in smooth polyamide with silicone grip for steady contact and flexible comfort in the saddle.

Grip: Knee Grip
Size: 34
Collection: Deep Brown
Description

Riding breeches for riders seeking steady grip and fluid movement. The Optimal design in deep brown comes with knee grip or full seat silicone for confident training and everyday riding.

  • Secure In The Saddle: Silicone knee grip or full seat with Equestrian Stockholm monogram.
  • Move With Ease: Four-way stretch polyamide/elastane fabric supports a full range of motion.
  • Maintain Coverage: Dense, opaque knit designed for durability in the saddle.
  • Dry Quickly Between Sets: Moisture-wicking, quick-dry material helps manage sweat.
  • Stable Waist Fit: Structured waistband with belt loops for a clean, hold-fast fit.
  • Refined Finish: Streamlined seams with clean back welt pockets and tonal details.

Best For

  • Daily schooling and lessons
  • Flatwork and hacking
  • Riders who prefer deep brown neutrals
  • Coordinating with Deep Brown pieces
  • Choosing between knee and full seat grip
Specification Details
Collection Deep Brown
Product Type Riding Breeches Optimal
Color Brown
Grip Options Knee grip; Full seat
Fit Slim fit
Material Main: Polyamide, Elastane
Pockets Two back welt pockets
Waist Belt loops
Logos Equestrian Stockholm monogram silicone
Sizes 34; 36; 38; 40; 42
Weight 0.38–0.44 kg (0.84–0.97 lbs)
Care Wash at 30°C (cold) on a gentle cycle with similar colors. Do not use fabric softener or bleach. Do not tumble dry. Do not iron. Do not dry clean.
FAQ
What is the difference between riding breeches and riding tights?

Riding breeches compared to Riding tights:
While the riding breeches are made of a firmer material that feels stiffer and more compact and also holds its own shape, the riding tights provide freer movement and do not have as many seams, nor any buttons or a zipper at the fly.

Both the riding tights and riding pants have a comfortable 4-way stretch.

The tights gives a more casual and sporty look whiles the breeches gives a more dressed look. Both are great options depending on when you want to wear them and what you prefer.

Riding breeches compared to Compression breeches:
The compression breeches are quite similar to the classic riding breeches due to they give the same dressed up look. But comparing the material they are more soft and stretchy but they still has the same compact feeling and will hold its own shape more as the classic riding breeches does.

The compression breeches also gives a more cooling effect due its softness of the material compared to the Riding breeches that gives a more warmer feeling.

Compression breeches compared to Riding tights:
Both the Compression breeches and Riding tights has the same softness to their material and both are best to wear on warmer days due to they have thinner material compared to the Riding breeches. Both options are great if you want to feel comfortable and have freer movement.

Do you have to wear white breeches at competitions?

No, it is however common to wear white riding breeches or light-colored breeches when competing, but it is not a requirement.

Equestrian Stockholm offers breeches for all occasions.

See below for our competition assortment: Riding Breeches for Women

Why do you use breeches?

What are breeches and why do you use them?

If you are new to equestrian sports and are thinking about which garment to invest in, a pair of riding breeches is essential.

Riding Breeches are specially designed to allow the rider to perform at their very best in the saddle. There are many advantages to using breeches compared to a pair of jeans or regular pants:

  • Freedom of movement.
  • The stretch in the breeches enables more flexible movement on the horses’ back.
  • Minimizes chafing.
  • The seams on the breeches are placed so that they minimize the risk of chafing.
  • Convenience and function.
  • The tighter model of the riding breeches prevents the appearance of creases and minimizes the risk of chafing and makes it comfortable to wear riding boots.
  • Grip.
  • Riding breeches are often equipped with a shod or grip that provides more stability in the saddle.