subject: Riding for pleasure [print this page] Riding for pleasure Riding for pleasure
Riding is a traditional pastime that has been enjoyed in this country for hundreds of years. However, less people rode horses as other forms of transport increased in popularity, so now nearly all horse riding is for pleasure. In the past horse riding for leisure was restricted to those people who had enough money to afford to keep their own horse but now it is now open to many to enjoy through riding schools and stables.
There are still customs and regulations about horse riding, some of them about safety and some part of tradition. It would be unwise to ride without a hard riding hat to protect your head in case of a fall and most riders, no matter how good, do have a fall occasionally as all horses can have off days or be spooked unexpectedly, however often you ride and however well you know them.
Equestrian clothing is both sensible to wear as it is designed to be comfortable for a day in the saddle and is part of the custom and heritage of riding, so the style suits the world you are in. Here at Scotts of Langholm, we have been selling equestrian clothing for many years and can provide you with equestrian clothing for which ever branch of horse riding you are involved in. We have junior sizes for young people and can supply Musto and other makes of equestrian clothing.
It is all part of the attraction and pleasure of taking part in a sport that has been around for hundreds of years, and wearing the appropriate attire is part of that tradition. Wearing equestrian clothing will help you to feel right in the saddle and that you are a part of this sport that people have enjoyed, both for necessity and leisure for generations.
