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Customer Reviews for Ariat® Volant XT Paddock Boot

Ariat® Volant XT Paddock Boot

Ariat took its Volant technology and created a top performance, lightweight and breathable paddock boot for all types of equestrians from English riders to long-distance endurance riders. The Volant XT Zip Paddock is engineered to withstand extreme riding by providing superior support and stability, thanks to Ariat?s Cobalt Quantum Technology. Footbed design reduces heat buildup to keep feet dry in the most rigorous conditions. Constructed with premium nubuck leather with mesh upper and an X-Static? lining. Reflective piping detail increases visibility in low-light conditions. One of the longest-wearing and most comfortable equitrekking shoes on the market. Imported.
Average Customer Rating:
4.167 out of 5
4.2
 out of 
5
(6 Reviews) 6
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Rating breakdown 6 reviews
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6 of 6(100%)of customers would recommend this product to a friend.
Customer Reviews for Ariat® Volant XT Paddock Boot
Review 1 for Ariat® Volant XT Paddock Boot
Overall Rating:
3 of 5
3 of 5

Very comfortable, but loose around the ankles

May 8, 2013
ByTana
fromHagerstown, MD
I have used this product for:1-3 months
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Hunter/Jumper
Competitor:Local/Open
Quality:
4 of 5
4 of 5
Value:
3 of 5
3 of 5
Durability:
5 of 5
5 of 5
"I bought these, because I was looking for more of a riding sneaker, which these are. I found that these shoes are very comfortable and make it easy to walk around in the field comfortably when trying to catch your horse. The shoes are also very durably made and think, but fit in the styrups nicely when riding. The only con about this shoe is that they do not fit tightly enough around the ankle to provide support while riding. The shoe fits snugly everywhere else."
Review 2 for Ariat® Volant XT Paddock Boot
Overall Rating:
4 of 5
4 of 5

pros and cons

April 24, 2013
ByShagyaDancer
Expertise:Intermediate
Quality:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Value:
4 of 5
4 of 5
Durability:
4 of 5
4 of 5
Fit
Runs small
Runs large
Runs large
Runs large
"I really like these, they are very comfortable to wear around the barn and fine to ride in. They are true to length but I think they run wide. Once they are tucked into half chaps though they feel fine.
Pros: Very lightweight, waterproof, don't get over heated, feel like sneakers.
Cons: get very dusty, are wide on top so some half chaps have trouble zipping over them.
I ordered the Volant XT half chaps to go with these shoes ... and guess what? They wouldn't zip up over the tops of the shoes. My other ariat chaps worked tho, so I sent the volant chaps back. And I thought they were supposed to be a system. Go figure."
Review 3 for Ariat® Volant XT Paddock Boot
Overall Rating:
5 of 5
5 of 5

Comfy paddock boots

November 14, 2012
ByLilTQ
fromHouston, TX
I have used this product for:3-6 months
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Dressage
Competitor:Non-competitor
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
"I have used these boots for about four months now and love them. The ankles are a little wide but that absolutely does not bother me. I am a short person with my mother's big calves so most paddock boots come up too high on my leg and are uncomfortable at the very least and in the worst cases, I cannot zip them up. These boots work fine for me. I got them a half size larger than my street shoes to allow for thick socks and swelling feet (in the summer) but that probably wasn't necessary as they are a wee bit large. They are also comfortable to walk around in after my ride."
Review 4 for Ariat® Volant XT Paddock Boot
Overall Rating:
3 of 5
3 of 5

Pricey

May 31, 2012
Bypaintedpleasure
fromMassachusetts
I have used this product for:1-3 months
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Reining
Competitor:Rated
Quality:
3 of 5
3 of 5
Value:
2 of 5
2 of 5
Durability:
3 of 5
3 of 5
Fit
Good
Excellent
"The Volant XT Paddock Boot is stylish looks great with my chaps and or jeans. I got the taupe color. They run true to size but are low and loose around the ankle so some may not like that they do not provide ankle support. They are very comfortable to wear all day, this must be where the price comes in. They are basically a more stylish version of the Terrain boot, at more than double the price. I don't believe they are worth the large price tag. I have only had them a month so hard to say if they will hold up. I will not be retuning them because I really do like the way they look and they are comfortable, I just wish Ariat would be a little more realistic with their pricing!"
 
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Review 5 for Ariat® Volant XT Paddock Boot
Overall Rating:
5 of 5
5 of 5

Lasts a long time, good for summer

May 18, 2012
ByHorses and dogs oh my
fromSC
I have used this product for:over 5 years
Expertise:Expert
Riding Style:Leisure/Trail Riding - English
Competitor:Non-competitor
Quality:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Durability:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Fit
Good
Excellent
"These are very durable and nice to wear in the summer. After 6 years or so, I finally broke down and bought my new slightly re-designed pair of these boots. I had the all terrain style and hope the new pair hold up as long as my old pair did. I also find they don't overheat my feet when it is very hot out. I would say that is good value for the money:)"
Review 6 for Ariat® Volant XT Paddock Boot
Overall Rating:
5 of 5
5 of 5

Another great boot by Ariat

May 4, 2012
Bycowgirl63
fromMichigan
I have used this product for:less than a month
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Other - Western
Competitor:Non-competitor
Quality:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Durability:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Fit
Excellent
Excellent
"This is a great boot. Lightweight, airy (great for the warm months), easy-on, easy off and finally Very comfortable. I have a lot of foot problems so I'm real particular about the boots I wear. I wear them all day long and my feet and legs get great support. Sizing ran a bit small for me as I always wear an 8 1/2 in Ariat boots but I had to go to a size 9 in these. I've worn nothing but Ariat for 15 years and have loved every boot I bought. (The absolute best Ariat paddock boot for me was from several years ago - similar to this. It zipped in the front and had even better ventilation and was even more comfortable & half the price. I wish I could replace them w/the same but alas they discontinued that great boot. The Volant is the best replacement they have now.) The Volant is a great boot and I'm going to buy a 2nd pair just for good old casual wear."