Are you in need of a long-sleeved t-shirt for you riding wear wardrobe?
It is in no way unthinkable, that you will have use of a long-sleeved t-shirt for your rides. And in this case, there are some advantages to buying a model, that is meant for exactly that. A long-sleeved t-shirt for riding is in both material and functionality designed to provide you with the absolute best preconditions for a good ride with your horse.
To make sure that you are bringing home the best choice and the perfect fit, there are some things you should take into account, before you go shopping for your new favorite shirt
Which characteristics applies to a good long-sleeved riding t-shirt?
When it comes to riding wear, there are a lot of requirements to the products, and that surely goes for the long-sleeved t-shorts too. This is a shirt, that must be useable under different conditions, since one can assume, that few - if any - will change their shirt going from stable work to tacking up and then to ride. For that reason, the long-sleeved t-shirt for equestrians has many functions and practicalities, that you should make sure to be informed about before a purchase, so that you can feel certain, that you end up with the one that is just right.
Any long-sleeved t-shirt for riding or stable work must meet the following criteria:
- Breathable and ventilating
- Sweat wicking or sweat absorbing qualities
- Insulating if made for use in cold weather
- Good fit and right size
- A length suitable for riding
- Abrasion resistant and dirt repellent
- The right design and coloring
Does your longs-sleeved t-shirt have multi purposes?
It is not just when you are at the stables or training your horse, that a long-sleeved t-shirt is a good clothing choice. Many uses the long-sleeved t-shirt as a base layer under the jacket at the shows too.
If you are currently looking to buy this multifunctional piece of riding wear, remember to take a look at the show requirement from the Danish Riding Association (Dansk Rideforbund) first and before you decide which one you want to purchase. Both for jumping and dressage competitions goes, that the rider has to wear a shirt with a white color - these can easily be found in a long-sleeved t-shirt.
Practical and comfortable
The grand idea behind the long-sleeved t-shirt is, that is should meet the requirements of a functional riding shirt and be fully comfortable at the same time. Today, there is different materials in used, when producing the functional riding shirts, but in most cases, the material will be similar to the material used for running- or other sporting wear. In these, you can heat up and be sweaty without having it affect your comfort - you will stay dry and warm, also when cooling off. Furthermore, the fabric is elastic and flexible for a good freedom of movement, and there are no stiff seams to irritate your skin.
Find the right size and fit
It is important that your choice in a long-sleeved t-shirt comes in the right size. It has to fit under a warmer shirt, sweater or jacket in the winter, and it has to provide a flattering fit by itself in the summer. However, it cannot create restrictions in your movement, why it should not be too tight either.
For most long-sleeved t-shirt models goes, that there is a size guide included in the details. This size guide provides you with the exact measures and makes it easy for you to decide which size you need, and which model will be the best fit for you.
Colors and design
One of the many advantages there is to have a riding wear wardrobe filled with options is, that you can mix and match your outfit to suit your exact withes for the day, your mood or the weather. The better the majority of the colors and designs of the clothes in your wardrobe go together, the more you will use it. Usually, it is more manageable to shop for an already matching wardrobe.
Do not compromise
Once you have tried a long-sleeved t-shirt of a good quality, that requires your specific needs, it will be difficult to scale back for a compromise. Of course, when it comes to riding shirts, you should not lower your standards. Doing so can have an unfortunate outcome seen as unnecessary challenges in your rides. Therefore, you should always - and only - purchase well-fitted riding wear, that meets your requirement for functionality as well as comfort and that at the same time is durable enough to last.