| Half chaps are worn with a paddock boot to give the | | | | measurement is taken from the back of the knee to |
| appearance of a tall boot. Typically more comfortable | | | | the point of the ankle. They come in sizes XS to XL |
| and cooler than a tall boot, these are a good | | | | depending on your measurements. They also come in |
| alternative. They extend from the ankle to just | | | | a variety of colors from most traditional black and |
| below the knee and are worn over riding pants. They | | | | brown to pink and purple. |
| give the rider added protection on the lower leg and | | | | If you are shopping for a child, half chaps are a good |
| many people wear them during schooling or trail riding. | | | | alternative to an expensive tall riding boot. To fit |
| They are made from synthetic material, which can be | | | | take the same measurements as above. Children's |
| very affordable, suede, or leather. They come with | | | | half chaps come in a variety of colors as well as |
| either a zipper or velcro straps. Velcro strap give you | | | | patterns. |
| more possible adjustments which is more flexible and | | | | They may be worn in schooling shows and some B |
| can even be worn over western jeans. | | | | circuit shows but always check with the show office |
| To fit you will need to take 2 easy measurements. | | | | before entering a class with half chaps. Pony club |
| First, the calf measurement is taken around the | | | | shows usually allow jodphurs and paddock boots and |
| widest part of the calf. Second, the length | | | | do not require half chaps. |