How to Choose the Right Fit Riding Pants

Finding the perfect pair of riding tights or breeches is like hunting for the ultimate pair of jeans. With so many options, it can feel overwhelming. Do you go for high-rise or mid-rise? Compression fabric or a more relaxed fit? We’re here to help you navigate the world of equestrian riding pants so you can find your perfect match.

We’ve broken down the features of our different riding options, so you can compare them side by side and choose the pair that best suits your riding, comfort preferences, fit and style..

BARE Performance Riding Tights

A stylish, all-weather riding equestrian riding tight designed for riders who demand comfort, durability, and superior grip. These are the original riding tight designed for comfort and riding in Australian conditions. 

• Material: Light compression 4-way stretch performance fabric. These are the lightest feel fabric in our range.
• Fit: Lightly snug with four-way stretch for superior movement. Once they are on, they stay in place!
• Waist Rise: The Perfect Rise which sits between a high and mid rise. The wide waistband offers a flattering fit.
• Feel: Moisture-wicking, breathable, and supportive with a feel similar to your favourite gym tights (but better 😉).
• Grip: Our original full-seat dot silicone grip.
• Phone Pockets: One large phone thigh pocket.
• Style: Modern, functional and sporty.

Best for: Everyday riders looking for ultimate performance, a sleek and comfortable option with excellent grip and a barely there feel.

BARE ThermoFit Winter Performance Riding Tights 

Designed for colder months, these winter-weight tights keep you warm while maintaining breathability and flexibility. 

• Material: Exclusive 'BARE ThermoFit' inner brushed fleecy fabric which offers a soft hand feel and 4-way stretch. This material offers a medium compression and support.
• Fit: Snug second skin feel with four-way stretch and medium compression support.
• Waist Rise: Medium High waistband with belt loops. The horizontal seams on the waistband offer additional tummy support and disguise lumps and bumps.
• Feel: Butter soft, warm, moisture-wicking with superior breathability, and dirt-repellent.
• Grip: Our original full-seat dot silicone grip.
• Phone Pockets: Two large thigh phone pockets.
• Style: Absolute comfort and additional warmth for cooler weather. Practical with two phone pockets, saddle security with a full-seat silicone grip, and a spill-resistant outer which repels dirt.

Best for: Riders needing a warm and high-performance winter tight for all-day comfort.

Royal Riding Club - Kensington Riding Tights

A premium blend of performance and fashion, perfect for riders who want to transition from stable to street effortlessly. 

• Material: Custom technical compression fabric with four-way stretch for ultimate flexibility and support. These are a lighter weight material, similar to our regular performance tights – perfect for summer weather and hard rides
• Fit: Higher rise than our regular designs for a secure and flattering silhouette that moves with you and doesn’t roll or dig in
• Waist Rise: Higher than regular designs, with belt loops
• Feel: Moisture-wicking, light performance fabric is lightweight and breathable. Strategic seams and soft ankle cuffs are designed to prevent rubbing and provide all-day comfort
• Grip: Features our stylish Royal Riding Club flat silicone grip pattern for superior stability in the saddle
• Phone Pockets: One large thigh phone pocket
• Style: Elegant with Royal Riding Club branding and signature full-seat grip pattern and breech style seams at the back for a modern take on a traditional breech style

Best for: Equestrians who want a stylish, high-performance tight with a sophisticated and elegant design, but don’t want to compromise on comfort.

BARE Sculpt Hybrid Riding Breeches

A game-changing hybrid breech that is the perfect fusion between the classic look of a breech with the comfort and movement of a riding tight. Designed to smooth and support while maintaining flexibility, the offer unmatched performance and comfort. 

·       Material:  Crafted in a brand new, luxurious custom 4-way stretch technical fabric that sculpts and flatters, you get support where you need it - without restriction

• Fit: Snug, supportive, and lightly compressive. Hides lumps and bumps and smooths your figure. No front seat seam eliminates the risk of rubbing
• Waist Rise: The highest rise we offer, in a high mid-rise with light tummy control and belt loops
• Feel: Butter-soft, moisture-wicking, and sculpting for a secure and slimming fit
• Grip: Full seat of BARE logo flat silicone grip for the right amount of stick in the saddle
• Phone Pockets: Two large thigh pockets
• Style: Sleek breech look with tights comfort offering two seamlessly designed phone pockets, faux back pockets with silver button detail and minimal tonal branding for the ultimate in style.

Best for: Riders who love the look of a breech but find them uncomfortable, or those wanting to sculpt a slimmer silhouette and flatter their figure. These are suitable for everyday to elite level riders in both their style and performance.

BARE Heritage Denim Breeches

A stylish denim-inspired breech that delivers the performance of a riding tight with unparalleled comfort and flexibility. Designed with our exclusive custom-made performance denim fabric, these breeches are soft, breathable, and feel like a second skin—so comfortable, you won’t want to take them off!

• Material: Custom-made performance denim fabric uniquely developed for ultimate comfort, stretch, and durability (think denim that feels like active wear!)
• Fit: Relaxed yet supportive with four-way stretch for a non-restrictive feel. More structured with zip and button and breech seat seams, but surprisingly soft and comfortable
• Waist Rise: Mid-rise with belt loops
• Feel: Ultra-soft and lightweight, they feel buttery smooth against the skin, with seams designed for zero irritation
• Grip: BARE logo full-seat flat silicone grip provides superior stability in the saddle
• Phone Pockets: Two front and two back pockets - Classic denim styling with functional storage
• Style: Timeless style with modern functionality in a timeless denim look that fuses the best of equestrian riding pant technology with classic denim embroidered branding and styling

Best for: Riders who love the iconic denim aesthetic but demand the performance, flexibility, and comfort of a riding tight. Made for all equestrian disciplines and flattering on all body shapes.

BARE Signature Breeches

A high-end, sophisticated classic breech designed for premium performance and style. Made to deliver the structure and polished look of a breech while maintaining the unmatched comfort of a riding tight, these breeches have been perfected to ensure a flattering, high-performance fit for all riders. 

• Material: Premium matte sheen fabric that is soft and durable, as well as repels dirt and dust
• Fit: Structured, polished, and highly comfortable. Engineered with high-quality 4-way stretch for unrestricted movement and designed for a tailored fit
• Waist Rise: Mid-rise with belt loops
• Feel: Lightweight, moisture-wicking and breathable. The material is smooth and the fit unrestricted. They are the most structured of the range
• Grip: BARE logo flat silicone full seat grip
• Phone Pockets: Two front pockets, two back pockets and two thigh phone pockets
• Style: Elegant detailing with patent piping on back pockets, silicone ankle grips to keep socks in place, and subtle BARE embroidered branding in a classically styled breech

Best for: Riders wanting a luxurious, sophisticated style in a high-performance breech to maintain a polished finish.

BARE Sculpt and Shape Performance Riding Tights

These riding tights redefine comfort and support, offering full coverage and compression to sculpt and flatter your shape. If you're looking for a high-performance equestrian tight with exceptional shaping and smoothing properties, the BARE Sculpt and Shape Performance Riding Tights are a must-try! 

• Material: Breathable and moisture-wicking fabric, keeping you comfortable in all seasons, they are the thickest tights material, that offer the firmest feel. They offer wind-resistant and temperature regulation technology for year-round wear
• Fit: High compression, full coverage, and squat-proof fabric for ultimate confidence. Them premium mid-weight SportsFit material and high-grade elastane offer comfortable and firm compression, ensuring optimal shaping and support across the waist, hips, and legs
• Waist Design: Mid to high-waist design with a stay-put waistband that smooths and supports your midsection
• Grip: Full seat grip featuring the stylish flat silicone Royal Riding Club signature grip pattern for extra stickability in the saddle
• Seam Placement: Strategically placed seams to prevent rubbing, with a soft and stretchy cuff at the ankle
• Pockets: Two spacious phone pockets for practicality
• Style: Elegant, minimal tonal branding for a sleek and sophisticated look.

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