Ariat Volant Vented Tall Back Zip

I just got a pair of these. They are still in the "break in" phase (I'm a total weenie about breaking in riding boots) ~ but the main reason I got these is because they felt like they would be the easiest to break in of all the boots I tried. I usually wear a size 7, but I ended up with a 7 1/2. They don't feel too big at all. Man, have riding boots come a long way or what? If anyone is from the 'old days' you'll know what I'm talking about. These boots fit me better than any other tall riding boot I've ever owned. Can't wait till they are broken in. My only wish is that the foot bed was a bit wider. It's not pinchy on me, but I'd like it to be wider because then my foot would fill out my stirrups better/feel more like a solid base. (That base goes a long way to feeling more secure in the saddle & over fences.) My Blundstones that I use as paddock boots are the perfect width for my irons. Oh, the girl doing the video? Not sure she was informed that these are riding boots :-> The back flap around the ankle has a spur rest on it.

This boot is absolutely gorgeous in person. It is true to size for anyone wondering. The boot requires very little breaking in. This boot feels like I'm wearing my favorite pair of tennis shoes...absolutely fabulous product! A bit pricey but worth every penny!

This is the most comfortable coolest best tall boot I have ever owned. You have to try these to believe these.

I'd also recommend: Mountain Horse

I love these boots! The Volant vented back riding boots are the most comfortable pair of boots I've ever owned in my life! I know I'm a bit overly excited about writing a review (which I seldom do) but these boots are FABULOUS! I read that several of Ariat's designers were once designers for Reebok. I absolutely believe that after wearing my Volants! They ran very much true to size for me. I purchased an 8.5 medium full in the Volants. My foot is average in width I guess. Actually I'd say my foot is just a tiny little bit on the wide side. (I have never bought a wide shoe though...I always buy average width). I assume where it says on my size 8.5B that the "B" stands for average. 8.5B was perfect in size, width, and height. I know for sure that I wear a "Large" in the Ariat Terrain half chaps. My exact measurements are 18.5 (height) and 16.5 (calf size). I think the description could be deceiving to non-riders because they are called the Ariat Vented Tall Back Zip boots. I'm pretty sure the boots come in a tall but I believe Ariat put "tall" in the description of the name in order to tell riders that the boots can be used for schooling as well as for showing. Make sure to go by Ariat's size guide and to measure properly (also measure with whatever breeches you might wear plus socks. I believe Ariat suggests sitting in a chair in order for someone to get your exact measurements. I know it made a little difference in measurement with my breeches, etc on) The Volants required almost NO break in time. I tell everyone at the barn that wearing them is like wearing my favorite tennis shoes. I put my pair on the first day and never even thought about break in. I get so many compliments on my boots. I wear my boots all day during the week. They fit like a glove! I debated on spending so much money on my boots but they are worth Every single penny. I can not stress that enough...you won't be disappointing I promise! If I had the money I'd buy every boot in the Volant collection! Also, I forgot to say that I found my Volants on SALE on Zappos right after they came out! Zappos had one pair in my exact size needed! Thanks Zappos! My feet certainly thank you! Happy shopping to equestrians and non-equestrians alike! I would truly recommend purchasing the Volants! Best money I ever spent! Margaret :)

I'd also recommend: Goode Rider, Kerrits, Charles Owens, Rambo, F.I.T.S,Tailored Sportsman