ARIAT Women's Scout Zip Paddock Paddock Boot

Adult beginner rider here. I've been using these weekly for a year and they are still in great shape after being stepped on and cleaned infrequently. My trainer recommended then by name, so I can't take credit for finding them myself. Because they have a zipper rather than laces, I can't adjust the instep fit, which is a little snug on my size 9 foot, but these boots are made for riding and they give great ankle support in the stirrups. The only thing I have to compare them to is a few tourist trail rides in western tack and sneakers, which I will never do again if I can help it. I just started using Dublin easy care half chaps and they work well together. What would improve these boots would be a loop on the back to make pulling them on easier. I use store brand arch support inserts with these (and all my footwear) with no problems.

These are great work boots for the ranch. Easy to clean, very comfortable and water proof for winter.

These will be by far the most comfortable riding with you will ever purchase. I opted in for the try before you buy just because I never purchase this brand before and I will never change. They give me the balance and flexibility I need while riding

This is my second pair of ariat boots and I love them as much as my first. Bought these as a more feminine alternative to Blundstones and I am very satisfied. Buy a 1/2 size up. They are tiny bit tight when you first get them but they stretch fit fit perfectly. Once they are on, they are immediately comfortable. I didn't have to break in my last pair of ariats and I didn't need to break these in either.I am not a horse rider or farmer or anything (equestrian?) but I walk a lot and have a reputation amongst my friends and family for being really hard on shoes. A pair of Dr Martens will last me 4 months maximum. My ariats boots have never served me wrong and my old pair (now about a year and half old) are still going strong. Highly, highly recommend.

After reading feedbacks and asking questions I decided to buy the 7.5 size, which is my true size. I was not going to use them as winter boots or anything so I thought I wouldn't need to wear thick socks. The thing is that the 7.5 boots fit nicely but they are a little tight in the upper and middle part of the boots. I'm hoping they will eventually "break-in/stretch" a little so the tighness goes away, I guess 8 size would have had more space but it would have been too much... or who knows.Anyways the boots are great, the material feels sturdy and they feel great when you walk. Just use thin socks and they'll do.UPDATE: they did stretch a bit and now they are more comfortable. The quality remains the same and I'm quite happy with them.

Very nice leather boots for horseback riding. Very comfortable and they seem to be very well made.

Size up half a size. I bought this boot in my normal size and I could fit in it but it wasn’t comfortable. I thought I just needed to break them in but I was never able to break it in. I bought a bigger size. After sizing up half a size I am happy and it’s comfortable. I haven’t had them long but they are holding up well so far.

Works well for me. I bought them in the summer of 2021 and they haven't fallen apart yet! They've lasted through a few rides and have held up in mud and sand. No signs of wear and tear!