{"id":13591,"date":"2022-06-15T11:43:53","date_gmt":"2022-06-15T15:43:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/equestrianbootsandbridles.com\/?p=13591"},"modified":"2022-09-09T17:37:55","modified_gmt":"2022-09-09T21:37:55","slug":"how-to-measure-for-half-chaps","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/equestrianbootsandbridles.com\/how-to-measure-for-half-chaps\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Measure for Half Chaps (A Step-by-Step Guide)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

I got my first set of half chaps when I was a kid… It was an overly large set that was handed down from another kid at the riding school where I was taking lessons. When wearing these chaps, I felt like I was a “real” rider.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you’re in need of a little help shopping for your first set of half chaps, this article is going to tell you everything you need to know: what they even are, whether they’re a good choice for you, how to make sure you get the right size, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    What Are Half Chaps?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Half chaps are a set of leather coverings that protect the rider’s lower leg from friction, bumps, and injury while riding.<\/strong> A half chap fits the leg shape of the lower leg, which means they need to be shaped to the rider’s calf and height measurements for a comfortable fit. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Each half chap closes with a zipper, with Velcro attachments to secure the top of the chap. A snap fastener secures the bottom of the chap.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Where and When You Should Wear Half Chaps<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Half chaps are traditionally worn in place of tall boots, and you can wear chaps over breeches, jeans, and other riding pants. When showing, children are allowed to show in half chaps, but adult riders usually need to show<\/a> in tall boots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Half chaps are generally worn for more casual riding by adult riders. When correctly fitted, half chaps are comfortable, flexible, and durable. It is best to wear a half chap over a thinner pant as half chaps are meant to fit snug around the leg.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Everyday riding is a great opportunity to wear half chaps as they protect your lower legs against friction and pinching by the stirrup leathers. The elastic panel of the half chaps also makes these much more comfortable than a tall boot<\/a> or paddock boots<\/a> when riding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Fitting Half Chaps Correctly: How to Measure for Half Chaps<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    To get the perfect fit, especially when you’re not in a tack shop where you can fit half chaps, you need accurate measurements of your legs. Using the manufacturer’s size charts, you can then determine which of the different chap sizes may fit you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Parts of Your Leg to Measure<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    To start measuring, you need:<\/p>\n\n\n\n