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There was a time (not very long ago) when I didn’t have a clue about care icons and certainly didn’t refer to them for the care of my garments. I’ve always relied upon common sense, developed through some bitter disappointments (think perfect iron singes on clothes and misadventures with bleach).
Caring for equestrian clothing (breeches, jodphurs, riding pants or whatever you may call them), is really not a lot different to caring for any other garment. Luckily they all come with instructions, if we know where to find them and how to read them.
Here's a brief summary:
Sometimes you’ll see the same icon, but it will have dots to indicate warmth. One dot = 30⁰, 2 dots = 40⁰, etc.
Water at 30⁰ is not very hot, in fact it’s less than lukewarm.
The dot system is as described above and pretty easy to understand.
If you’ve ever scorched a garment you’ll understand why you really should heed this advice, but the feel of the fabric is a good indicator of what temperature you’d need. In this case, make it as low as you can!
Righto! And why go to that expense if it isn’t recommended?
The solvents and chemicals used in dry cleaning can be toxic and over time can be damaging to some fabrics. The fabric in your breeches is one of them, so please don’t.
This means it can be put in the clothes dryer, not that it should be!
And again, with the cost of electricity why would you?
This one is a lot like the dry cleaning. The bleach will break down the fabric in your riding pants – don’t do it – please!
That’s a pretty long list of things not to do. But it basically comes down to heat and chemicals, you want to avoid both.
So, here’s what I do to care for my riding pants, remembering that I’m a lazy (and frugal) housewife.
Firstly, I always wash in cold water. I read somewhere that hot water will set a stain, so I tell myself that’s the reason, truth is I’m not paying for hot water unless I need to.
I don’t own a clothes dryer and instead I line dry my riding pants, in the shade! In fact, I line dry everything in the shade.
If I’m riding at home on my own arena or on a trail ride, I don’t bother to iron. My horses don’t seem to mind, and it doesn’t seem to take long for the creases to fall out anyway. Just like denim jeans really.
However, if I’m going out somewhere I do take a little more care.
Instead I use a steamer. Not a fancy one either, I think I got mine from Kmart and from memory it was about $35(ish). And I only ever steam from about mid-thigh down.
Soooo, that’s it. I like to keep thing quick, simple and easy.
Well, I tend to choose the darker colours anyway so it’s not really an issue for me. I do have some trail riding pants in wheat and in all honesty, other than normal day to day marks they haven’t stained. But if they had I would use a warm water soak.
25 year on from babies, and I still have nappy soaker in my laundry.
Follow these instructions and your Proud Horse Riding Pants should last a very, very long time.
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December 31, 2021
Just wondering if these come in shorter lengths. As someone else commented hemming changes the look
August 28, 2021
Do these pants come in petite length? Short inseam for short people? Hemming always ruins the look. Thanks
September 30, 2020
Thank s for washing intructions and care.Mine are due in mail tomorrow .
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Ordered my second pair of these pants in the recent sale , love wearing them and especially when I get comments on how flattering they are on. Thanks for the great service.
Kerry
First I’d like to say I love these pants they are made well with good quality materials.
I’ve purchased three different pairs of riding pants I lost a little weight and had to get them altered. I called about a purchase I had made in the same size different pants. I emailed about belt loops and sent a picture. I was emailed back and given a phone number. I did call and was given wonderful advice about the size. They changed my Order to a smaller size, glad I had the conversation. The pants fit great. Again I love these pants.The young lady I spoke with was so nice I just can’t say enough good things! I totally recommend these pants.
Ordered my jeans early this week they arrived today amazing service and they are perfect fit and feel
Thank you so much
These pants fit me great & are flattering. Can’t wait to ride in them - hoping they stick me into the seat! Lol
I could not be happier that I found this company and bought these britches. As a woman-sized trail rider in her 60’s, I have worn the same worn-out jeans for years, the only ones I had that were comfortable and long enough to ride in. I felt I looked like a homeless person, and they finally started falling apart. As an early holiday gift to myself, I finally decided some decent riding apparel was in order, and got me 2 pairs. Do I like them? You bet my suede-covered fanny I do! The stretch is great, the pockets are great, the length and under-foot strap were just right, and I was so happy I ordered the jeans, too! I feel like a grown-up horsewoman and the tight-weave fabric should stand up to the elements for a long time. Thanks, Ride Proud Clothing!
Highly recommend RP riding trousers. Very comfortable both for riding and everyday wear. As I ride alone the phone pocket is ideal for emergency. Like the pants so much have bought 6 pairs over the years.
They fit me beautifully. It's been hard to find riding pants that fit well and these do. So happy.
Just received my Gen 2 horse riding pants. Look forward to wearing them riding. Had to exchange the first pair as wasn't sure on size as am in Canada so different sizing. Customer service was awesome in exchanging for a different size. I will have to get used to full seat panels. Thank you for the great quality and customer service.
Love the way these fit. They hug your body but are stretchy and not tight.
Thank you for your excellent product and your help in processing my order.
The fit is amazing, super comfortable both in the saddle and on the ground. Love love love ❤️
I have been looking for a long time for comfortable riding pants and I am so happy that I found these! They are most comfortable pants I have ever worn. ¨The quality and style are outstanding. I am a customer for life!
I wanted these pants to fit so badly as they are well made and so cute. Even after sizing up the thighs were too snug and the waist way to big. I am a U.S size 12-14 with curvy hips and a smaller waist. If this is your shape the special edition may not work; Colleen did warn me 😏 How about a special edition for the curvy crowd?😉
I ordered these pants with high hopes for a comfortable alternative to breeches. I have found them to be stylish, comfortable and warm! Well worth the money, shipping was prompt and they are exactly as described. Thank you so much,
Elizabeth C.
Haven't rode in the jeans yet, but they do fit well and looking forward to riding in them.
Katryna
December 31, 2021
Hi Colleen
I’m saving my pants for ASH competition.
They are a great fit.
Can I spray the inside leg with stain remover??.
Thanks for the washing instructions.