A good pair of riding socks will combine comfort and durability with performance and style – and these pairs will do the job all year round.

Equetech E-Tech Performance Socks

RRP £16.95 (two pack) 

Colours: Grey, navy, peacock blue

Size: One size (UK 4-8)

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These slimline signature equestrian socks are especially tailored to provide support to the heels and arches of your foot. They are made from anti-microbial yarns with moisture wicking properties, and they also feature protection panels to the heel and foot. They are perfect for year-round riding and yard activities.


HY Equestrian Love from London Socks

RRP £21.99 (pack of three) 

Colours: Blue/ red

Size: One size (UK 4-8)

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These patriotic socks are inspired by Adele McAdie and Katey Shaw’s London-themed entries in Hy Equestrian’s ‘design a rug print’ competition. All three designs feature iconic London figures, landmarks and symbols, including guards, London buses and cups of tea, and they are adorned with Union Flag bunting. These socks have matching toes and cuffs for a coordinated look and they come with padded soles for comfort.


Cavallo Simo Socks

RRP £19

Colours: Black, marine, coffee, twilight

Sizes: UK 5-6, 6-7

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These unisex functional long socks feature a padded foot for superior comfort and an extra thin shaft that eliminates any bulk inside your riding boots. The socks have right and left identification on them and a hand-linked toe.


Harry Hall Ladies’ Riding Socks

RRP £14.95

Colours: Pink, ice blue

Size: One size (UK 3-8)

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These lightweight but warm socks are a great choice for wearing in riding boots and wellington boots, or teaming with short jodhpur boots. They are finished off with a ribbed top and a thicker padded knit on the foot and heel for extra comfort. The shaft of the sock is made from a lighter fabric to reduce bulk.


Le Mieux Competition Socks

RRP £14.95 (twin pack)

Colours: Black, mist, kiwi, wisteria, navy, ice blue, hunter green, Sienna, burgundy, grey

Sizes: S, M, L

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These lightweight, ultra-close contact riding socks are made
from a seamless low-profile fabric that offers compression to enhance the fit of long boots. The soft, closely woven foot gives support and stability, while the topside seam ensures that toes stay comfortable.


Dublin 3 Pack Socks

RRP £16.50

Colours: Red violet sunset, fuchsia bits, fuchsia clouds, emerald clouds, cobalt clouds, emerald argyle

Size: One size

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This pack of three pairs of high riding socks are made from
a naturally breathable stretch cotton to keep your feet comfortable and fresh all day long. They are available in a range of bright and fun designs to inject some colour into your riding outfit.


Equetech Performance Socks

RRP £15.95 (pack of three)

Colours: Lavender grey, citrus, mixed

Size: One size (to fit UK3-7)

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These are the perfect socks to choose for when you’re wearing long boots. They have a soft cotton foot and a thin nylon leg, ideal for when you’re looking for socks that don’t add any bulk. Added Lycra ensures comfort plus good shape retention.


Mochara Performance Riding Socks

RRP £12 (two-pack)

Colours: Black, burgundy

Sizes: One size (to fit EU 36-41)

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These long riding socks won’t add any bulk under your riding boots and are designed with wicking properties to keep you cool. Also, the cotton foot is soft and comfortable. These socks are the perfect choice for competition or everyday riding.


Coldstream Pawston Performance Socks

RRP £11.99

Colours: Black, black/ Windsor wine, navy

Size: One size (to fit UK 4-8)

coldstreamequestrian.com

The Pawston socks have been designed with performance in mind. Long length, thin and lightweight, they will fit seamlessly inside your boots. Made from an antibacterial, moisture-wicking fabric, they ensure your feet stay dry and produce less odour. The sleek, slim fit offers maximum comfort thanks to the dynamic stretch technology.


GE Performance Socks

RRP £8

Colour: Grey

Size: One size (to fit UK 3-8)

grayequestrian.co.uk

These knee-high performance socks are made from a sports fabric that is perfect for riders due to the moisture-wicking properties that will keep your feet warm, comfy and dry. They also feature an attractive gold detail and are thin enough up the leg not to add any bulk inside your boots.


HY Equestrian It’s Raining Cats and Dogs Socks

RRP £21.99 (pack of three)

Colours: Multi-coloured

Size: One size (to fit UK 4-8)

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Keep your feet warm with these padded socks. This pack of three features various designs — an argyle print with the ‘It’s raining cats and dogs’ slogan; a repeated pattern of dog and cat silhouettes; and paw prints and raindrops. These moisture-wicking socks have antibacterial properties, thanks to the added bamboo, guaranteeing fresh feet no matter what the activity.


AriatTEK Slimline Performance Socks

RRP £10

Colours: Black/ sleet, four leaf clover/ hedge green, estate blue/ black, viridian green/ burnt Sienna, beetle/ black, lavender aura/ periscope, mosaic blue/ gulf  stream, surf the web/ primrose yellow

Size: One size

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It’s no small feat keeping feet comfy and dry, but these socks are designed to perform with various features to keep your feet happy. Moisture Movement Technology wicks moisture away from your skin and there’s arch support with a breathable mesh wrap. Anatomically correct with a right foot and left foot sock, each has targeted heel and ankle protection, plus padding at the toe and footpad.

All prices are correct at the time of publishing

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