Boot Sizing Guide
How to Measure For Your New Boots:
Measuring for new riding tall boots is crucial for comfort, performance, and the longevity of your boots. A good fit ensures proper leg position in the saddle and prevents discomfort or rubbing. Here's a simple step-by-step guide:
Before You Start:
- Wear your usual riding breeches and socks: This is important as these garments will affect the final fit of the boot.
- Have a flexible tape measure: A soft tailor's tape measure is ideal.
- Ask a helper: It's much easier and more accurate to have someone else take your measurements while you're standing.
- Be patient: Take your time and measure accurately.
Step 1: Measure Your Calf Circumference
- Sit in a chair: Have your feet flat on the floor with your leg bent at 90 degree angle.
- Locate the widest part of your calf: This is typically about halfway between your ankle and your knee.
- Wrap the tape measure around your calf: Keep the tape snug but not tight. Ensure it's parallel to the floor all the way around.
- Record the measurement: Write down this measurement in centimeters or inches, depending on the boot manufacturer's sizing chart you are looking at.
Step 2: Measure Your Boot Height
- Stand: Hold a slight bend in your leg.
- Locate the bottom of your heel: Place the "zero" end of your tape measure on the floor directly behind your heel.
- Measure to the bend of your knee: Run the tape measure straight up the back of your leg to the crease behind your knee. This is where your knee bends. For reference, try to feel for the ligament behind your knee as your starting point of measurement.
- Record the measurement: Write down this measurement in centimeters or inches, depending on the boot manufacturer's sizing chart you are looking at.
Step 3: Foot Size
- Foot Size: You'll also need your standard shoe size. Use the chart before to help you as some boot manufacturers use a different sizing system.
Step 4: Consult the Boot Sizing Chart
- Every boot brand is different: Do not assume that one brand's sizing will be the same as another's.
- Find the specific brand's sizing chart: Most reputable boot manufacturers will have detailed sizing charts available online. We have attached size charts bellow to make things easier!
- Match your measurements: Find the calf circumference and height that correspond to your measurements. If you fall between sizes, it's generally recommended to go with the smaller calf circumference, for soft boots, if the height is good, as boots will stretch slightly. For height, it's often better to go slightly taller as boots will drop with wear.
- Consider "Drop": New tall boots are designed to be a bit tall initially, as they will "drop" or sink down about 1cm as they break in. This is due to the leather softening and creasing around the ankle. When measuring height, aim for a boot that comes up to the very back of your knee, or even slightly above it, knowing it will settle.
When measuring please note that measurements can be adjusted to create a custom and semi-custom fitted boot with additional charges. If you are finding that you are in between sizes please contact us at 425-454-9453 to help guide you to the best fit.
