Ariat Men's Footwear
Ariat men's footwear at Just Horse Riders covers three jobs: riding, yard work and country wear. Right now this collection holds 12 styles, 10 of them with sizes in stock, priced from £85 for the Ariat Mens Kelmarsh Shortie Rubber Boots up to £290 for the Ariat Mens Heritage Contour Field Zip Tall Boots. If you ride in half chaps, a paddock boot is your starting point. If you mainly muck out and walk the fields, a waterproof or rubber boot will serve you better.
In a hurry?
- Cheapest way in: Ariat Mens Kelmarsh Shortie Rubber Boots, from £85 - pull-on rubber for wet yards, and listed as not approved for riding.
- Best all-rounder: Ariat Mens Terrain Ease Waterproof Boots, from £130 - waterproof leather, easy slip-on, listed with a stirrup-friendly sole.
- For riding in chaps: Ariat Mens Heritage Zip Paddock Boots, from £150 - classic black zip paddock boot.
- Smartest option: Ariat Mens Wexford Waterproof Chelsea Boots, from £180 - waterproof leather in three colourways, and the one style with every listed size in stock.
- Tall riding boot: Ariat Mens Heritage Contour Field Zip Tall Boots, from £290 - listed in several calf and height fittings.
- Listed sizes run 6 to 12 with half sizes, though the smallest size actually in stock right now is a 7, and availability varies style by style.
Which Ariat men's boot should you buy?
| What you mainly do | Style to look at | From |
|---|---|---|
| Mucking out, wet yards, quick jobs | Ariat Mens Kelmarsh Shortie Rubber Boots | £85 |
| All-day yard work and walking | Ariat Mens Terrain Ease Waterproof Boots | £130 |
| Riding in half chaps | Ariat Mens Heritage Zip Paddock Boots | £150 |
| Long-distance and everyday riding in the wet | Ariat Mens Telluride II Waterproof Boots | £150 |
| Endurance and trail riding, front zip | Ariat Mens Telluride Zip Waterproof Boots | £155 |
| Pull-on waterproof for barn and hacking | Ariat Mens Barnyard Twin Gore II Waterproof Boots | £155 |
| Short waterproof boot, limited sizes left | Ariat Mens Moresby Waterproof Boots | £175 |
| Yard to pub without changing | Ariat Mens Wexford Waterproof Chelsea Boots | £180 |
| Premium leather paddock boot | Ariat Mens Devon Zip Paddock Boots | £240 |
| Traditional tall riding boot | Ariat Mens Heritage Contour Field Zip Tall Boots | £290 |
Prices shown are the lowest in-stock price for each style at the time of writing. Stock moves, so check the size grid on the product page before you commit.
What is the difference between a paddock boot and a country boot?
A paddock boot is built to ride in. It has a defined heel that stops your foot sliding through the stirrup, a slimmer profile so it sits properly against the stirrup iron, and it is designed to be worn with half chaps or gaiters. The Ariat Mens Heritage Zip Paddock Boots (from £150) and Ariat Mens Devon Zip Paddock Boots (from £240) are both in that camp - the Devon is listed with an 8 inch height and a riding heel.
A country boot is built for everything else - walking, yard work, driving, standing about in the cold. The Ariat Mens Wexford Waterproof Chelsea Boots (from £180) and Ariat Mens Moresby Waterproof Boots (from £175) sit here. Some styles cross over: the Ariat Mens Terrain Ease Waterproof Boots (from £130) are listed with a stirrup-friendly sole, and the Ariat Mens Barnyard Twin Gore II Waterproof Boots (from £155) have a spur rest, so both work in the saddle as well as around the yard. The two Telluride styles - Telluride II (from £150) and Telluride Zip (from £155) - are described for long-distance, endurance and everyday riding.
Do you need waterproof?
In a British winter, usually yes. Most of the leather styles in this collection are listed as waterproof - Telluride Zip, Telluride II, Terrain Ease, Barnyard Twin Gore II, Moresby and Wexford. Waterproof leather keeps rain and wet grass out while still breathing better than solid rubber. Full rubber, like the Ariat Mens Kelmarsh Shortie Rubber Boots (from £85), is the better answer for standing in mud and hosing down afterwards.
Short boot or tall boot?
Short boots plus half chaps are what most men ride in day to day: cheaper to replace, easier to walk in, and the chaps can be swapped separately. Tall boots such as the Ariat Mens Heritage Contour Field Zip Tall Boots (from £290) are the traditional choice for showing and competition, and they are listed in several calf and height fittings so you can get the leg right rather than settling for a rough fit.
How should Ariat men's boots fit?
Aim for a snug heel with no lift when you walk, and enough room to wiggle your toes with the sock you will actually ride in. Leather boots ease slightly with wear across the ball of the foot; the length will not change, so do not buy short and hope. If you are between sizes and wear a thicker sock in winter, go up. Half sizes are listed across most styles here, though whether a given half size is in stock varies.
For tall boots, calf width and height matter as much as shoe size. The Heritage Contour Field Zip Tall Boots are listed with separate calf and height fittings for that reason. If you are unsure which combination you need, get in touch and our team will help.
How do you look after them?
Knock the mud off before it dries, let boots dry away from direct heat - radiators and log burners crack leather - and stuff them with paper to hold their shape. Feed full-grain leather with a conditioner every few weeks in winter and re-treat the water-repellent finish once it stops beading. Rubber boots just need a rinse and a dry. Done consistently, this is the difference between two seasons and six.
Ariat men's footwear FAQs
Which Ariat men's boots are cheapest?
The Ariat Mens Kelmarsh Shortie Rubber Boots are the lowest-priced style in this collection, from £85 in black. They are a pull-on rubber shortie and are listed as not approved for riding, so they are the practical pick for wet yards and mucking out rather than for the saddle.
Can you ride in Ariat men's paddock boots?
Yes - that is what they are made for. The Ariat Mens Heritage Zip Paddock Boots (from £150) and Ariat Mens Devon Zip Paddock Boots (from £240) are both zip paddock boots, and the Devon is listed with a riding heel and a Duratread sole tested by riders. Wear them with half chaps or gaiters for leg protection and a cleaner line under the knee.
Are Ariat men's boots waterproof?
Many of them are, but not all. Styles listed as waterproof here include the Telluride Zip (from £155), Telluride II (from £150), Terrain Ease (from £130), Barnyard Twin Gore II (from £155), Moresby (from £175) and Wexford Chelsea (from £180). The Kelmarsh Shortie is rubber, so it is waterproof by construction. Always check the individual product page for the style you are buying.
What sizes do Ariat men's boots come in?
Listed sizes across this collection run from 6 to 12, including half sizes, though the smallest size actually in stock at the moment is a 7. The Ariat Mens Wexford Waterproof Chelsea Boots are the one style with every listed size available, 7 to 12 in three colourways. Tall boots are listed with additional calf and height fittings. Availability changes, so the live size grid on each product page is the accurate guide.
Which Ariat boot works for both the yard and going out?
The Ariat Mens Wexford Waterproof Chelsea Boots, from £180, are the usual answer. Waterproof full-grain leather and a non-marking rubber sole mean they handle a muddy yard, and the traditional twin gore Chelsea shape means you are not underdressed in town. They come in three colourways: Weathered Brown, Dark Brown and Java.
How do I stop leather riding boots cracking?
Dry them slowly and away from direct heat. Radiators, heaters and log burners drive the moisture out of leather and that is what causes cracking at the flex points. Clean off mud before it sets, dry at room temperature with paper inside to hold the shape, then feed with a leather conditioner. Re-treat any water-repellent finish when water stops beading on the surface.
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Last reviewed 2026-07-24 by the Just Horse Riders team.