All-Round & Summer Gloves: Airy and grippy all riding year

All-Round & Summer Gloves: thin, airy and grippy

All-round & summer gloves are the riding gloves for most of the year. They are thin so you can feel the reins precisely and breathable so your hands do not sweat in warm weather. A grippy palm ensures a secure hold, even when it gets damp. We stock styles with a mesh back, gloves made from magic grip fabric, gloves with diamanté details and sporty gloves with touchscreen fingertips.

Airy for warm days

Summer gloves often have a back made from mesh or perforated material that lets air circulate. That keeps your hands pleasantly dry even in the heat and during hard schooling. Light materials dry quickly when you hose your horse down after riding. Pale colours absorb less heat from the sun, while dark ones are easier to keep clean at the yard. Choose whichever suits your routine best, or keep a pair of each.

All rounders for every day

An all round riding glove is a little more hard wearing and suits spring through autumn. It protects against wind on fresh mornings while staying breathable. Magic grip fabric is very grippy and stretchy, moulds itself to your hand and is easy to wash. Reinforced areas between the fingers last longer if you ride a lot. For competitions there are understated styles in black or white that go well with show clothing.

Frequently asked questions

Which riding gloves make you sweat least in summer?
Styles with a mesh back or perforated material let the most air reach your skin. Look for thin, quick drying palms too. Very tight gloves often feel warmer in the heat than slightly looser ones.

Can I wear all round gloves at a competition?
Yes, as long as they are understated and match your show clothing. Black, white or navy gloves are usual. Check the requirements in the schedule.

How do I wash riding gloves made from magic grip fabric?
Magic grip gloves can usually go in the machine at 30 degrees, ideally in a laundry bag. Let them dry in the air afterwards. Leave out the fabric softener so the grip is preserved.