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Customer Reviews for Ariat® Heritage Sport Zip Paddock

Ariat® Heritage Sport Zip Paddock

The Ariat? Heritage Sport Zip Paddock is a great everyday boot at a pocket-friendly price point. It has a front zipper and elastic side gores for easy entry. Made with waterproof leather and Cordura? fabric uppers defend against the elements, while Ariat's 4LR? Technology uses EVA cushioning and a moisture-wicking footbed for lasting support. Duratread? outsoles offer superior self-cleaning traction, so you don't have to worry about tracking the outdoors in.?Imported.
Average Customer Rating:
4.269 out of 5
4.3
 out of 
5
(26 Reviews) 22
Open Ratings Snapshot
Rating breakdown 26 reviews
5 Stars
14
4 Stars
8
3 Stars
2
2 Stars
1
1 Star
1
22 of 26(85%)of customers would recommend this product to a friend.
Customer Reviews for Ariat® Heritage Sport Zip Paddock
Review 1 for Ariat® Heritage Sport Zip Paddock
Overall Rating:
4 of 5
4 of 5

A Few Inconvenient Features

April 11, 2013
ByHunterEqRider
fromPA
I have used this product for:1-2 years
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
Fit
Runs small
Runs small
Runs large
Runs small
"I bought these boots because of my price point. Ariat boots tend to be expensive, and I saw these. They definitely do run small. I recommend ordering up a size or try them on if you possibly can. The support in these boots are excellent. They are so comfortable and not painful. Breaking them in is a lot easier because they have fabric on the sides. There is less leather so they take less time to clean. Problem: Side fabric gets muddy and mud WON'T come out! I was catching a horse in the field and it was pretty muddy. The whole side of my boots were covered in mud. When I went home to clean them off, the leather was fine but the dirt is trapped in the fabric and won't come out. So for young riders in paddock boots and garters at shows, keep these boots clean looking because they are difficult to clean. That is one of the inconvenient features I noticed. I know this is supposed to be a new design, but next time I will stick to the all leather paddock boots. Another inconvenient feature is how much fabric there is. It's hard to get in the little areas of leather on the boots because there is so much of that thick fabric that traps dirt. Overall, excellent quality, Ariat never disappoints, but those few features made me go to 4 stars."
 
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Review 2 for Ariat® Heritage Sport Zip Paddock
Overall Rating:
5 of 5
5 of 5

Nice Boots

April 8, 2013
ByFionaAF
fromNorthern California
I have used this product for:1-3 months
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Dressage
Competitor:Rated
Quality:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Value:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Durability:
5 of 5
5 of 5
"Fit great, they feel like they will last. My all leather cracked at the toes after a year because I wear them all the time, even in wet conditions. But I think these will go the distance."
Review 3 for Ariat® Heritage Sport Zip Paddock
Overall Rating:
4 of 5
4 of 5

Nice Boots, Can be Small

March 6, 2013
Byjbm0124
fromAtlanta, GA
I have used this product for:2-5 years
Expertise:Expert
Riding Style:Hunter/Jumper
Competitor:Local/Open
Quality:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Value:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Durability:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Fit
Runs small
Runs small
Runs large
Runs small
"I used to wear these boots with half chaps every day. I really liked the support they offered, but my Size 8s were too small around the top for my calves (and I wear a ladies size 0!). I zipped them up to the mid point around the curve upwards, and it offered me a much greater range of motion. If you're willing to deal with that or if you have very small calves, these are nice boots. They are very nice leather and easy to clean."
Review 4 for Ariat® Heritage Sport Zip Paddock
Overall Rating:
4 of 5
4 of 5

So far so good

February 26, 2013
ByDuchess334
fromBethel CT
I have used this product for:1-3 months
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Eventing
Competitor:Rated
Quality:
4 of 5
4 of 5
Value:
4 of 5
4 of 5
Durability:
2 of 5
2 of 5
"I haven't had these boots long but they broke in really well and are extremly comfortable to ride in! My boots always take a beating and only last about a year or so, but recently my ariates have not been holding up! I believe my last pair made it about 6mos before the sole started to come off and the zipper broke. I like my boots to last so I am hoping that this pair of ariates hold up better"
Review 5 for Ariat® Heritage Sport Zip Paddock
Overall Rating:
5 of 5
5 of 5

Excellent boot for the money

January 17, 2013
Bywhatashane
fromS.F. Bay area, CA
I have used this product for:less than a month
Expertise:Expert
Quality:
4 of 5
4 of 5
Value:
5 of 5
5 of 5
"I bought these boots for winter wear, so they have to deal with mud and water. They are perfect; they were comfortable from the first wearing. They are waterproof, and I actually can use my hose to clean them off. I have only worn them for about two weeks, so I can't comment on the durability, but so far, in all other categories they are great."
Review 6 for Ariat® Heritage Sport Zip Paddock
Overall Rating:
2 of 5
2 of 5

Poor Quality

January 7, 2013
By3day
I have used this product for:1-3 months
Expertise:Expert
Riding Style:Eventing
Competitor:Rated
Quality:
2 of 5
2 of 5
Value:
2 of 5
2 of 5
Durability:
1 of 5
1 of 5
"I ride up to 5 horses a day, and I decided that I wanted to get a pair of paddock boots for every day use in order to save my tall boots for shows. I purchased these boots after reading some good things about them, and after only a months use the zippers on both boots split! I would not recommend these boots."
Review 7 for Ariat® Heritage Sport Zip Paddock
Overall Rating:
5 of 5
5 of 5

New Favorite Boots

November 4, 2012
ByLongfieldFarm
fromWest Virginia
I have used this product for:1-3 months
Expertise:Expert
Riding Style:Eventing
Competitor:Local/Open
Quality:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Value:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Durability:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Fit
Runs small
Runs small
Runs large
Runs small
"This boot is it! Super comfortable, REALLY supportive, and budget friendly! Goes great with my Tredstep half chaps. I have to wear shoes that are supportive for my arches and these definitely are. They also take the stress off of my knees. Very flexible around the ankle, no rubs and no break in time! I did have to go a half size bigger though."
Review 8 for Ariat® Heritage Sport Zip Paddock
Overall Rating:
5 of 5
5 of 5

Great Everyday Paddock Boot

October 28, 2012
ByCrazyAboutSmartPak
fromCape Cod, MA
I have used this product for:3-6 months
Expertise:Novice
Riding Style:Eventing
Quality:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Value:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Durability:
5 of 5
5 of 5
"We were looking for a price friendly paddock boot for daily riding and barn life. We made several failed attempts with other brands before finding these boots. These paddock boots are cost effective (especially since I do not need to replace them every three months), very durable/well made not to mention comfortable enough to wear all day!"
Review 9 for Ariat® Heritage Sport Zip Paddock
Overall Rating:
5 of 5
5 of 5

Great paddock boots

October 21, 2012
ByMarmaturo
fromConnecticut
I have used this product for:1-3 months
Expertise:Expert
Riding Style:Hunter/Jumper
Competitor:Rated
Quality:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Value:
4 of 5
4 of 5
Durability:
5 of 5
5 of 5
"I am very satisfied with these paddock boots. They run true to size and are still comfortable after a day of work or running around the show grounds. highly recommend!"
Review 10 for Ariat® Heritage Sport Zip Paddock
Overall Rating:
5 of 5
5 of 5

Great Boots!!

August 23, 2012
Bykarenk33
fromMidwest
I have used this product for:1-3 months
Expertise:Beginner
Riding Style:Hunter/Jumper
Competitor:Non-competitor
Quality:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Value:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Durability:
4 of 5
4 of 5
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
"I bought these boots and they were comfortable from the start! My school horse stepped on the toe of my boot and I never felt a thing!! They protected my toes...and the horse had shoes On!! Just a slight dent in my toe of the boot but not at all a problem!! Save your toes...buy these boots!!"
Review 11 for Ariat® Heritage Sport Zip Paddock
Overall Rating:
5 of 5
5 of 5

Awesome boots

July 13, 2012
ByCamaroGirl1990
fromSouth Carolina
I have used this product for:less than a month
Expertise:Novice
Riding Style:Leisure/Trail Riding - English
Competitor:Non-competitor
Quality:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Value:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Durability:
4 of 5
4 of 5
"I had just bought these along with my new pair of kerrits full seat breeches, being my first pair of paddock boots, I am extremely pleased with how comfortable they are. I tried them on in the store and didn't take them off till I had to pay for them. With slight arch support and a good, cushioned heel, I love them and wore them practically all day while I ran errands. A friend of mine reccommended Ariats as 'the only boots she wears' and I now see why. I can't comment as to durabilty yet because I've only had them for about 10 hours. However, I am definitely pleased with them so far :)"
 
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Review 12 for Ariat® Heritage Sport Zip Paddock
Overall Rating:
5 of 5
5 of 5

Excellent Paddock Boot

May 20, 2012
ByAmberfieldForever
fromConnecticut
I have used this product for:less than a month
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Leisure/Trail Riding - English
Competitor:Non-competitor
Quality:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Value:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Durability:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Fit
Good
Excellent
"These Ariat boots look more expensive than their modest price with the decorative antique brass zipper and sleek design. They provide good foot support even with my orthopedic problems. I wore them all day the first day. They were a little tight at my ankle, but I just kept the zipper down a bit until the elastic neck relaxes; otherwise a very comfortable fit."
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Review 13 for Ariat® Heritage Sport Zip Paddock
Overall Rating:
5 of 5
5 of 5

Nice paddock boot

May 3, 2012
ByHunters1
fromPacific NW
I have used this product for:1-3 months
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Hunter/Jumper
Competitor:Rated
Quality:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Value:
4 of 5
4 of 5
Durability:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Fit
Excellent
Excellent
"These were purchased for my 11 year old daughter. I was a bit hesitant at first, as they look somewhat cheap, stiff in the pictures and out of the box, however when she tried them on Wow they looked beautiful! She loves them... Great purchase, great buy, thank you Smart Pak!"
Review 14 for Ariat® Heritage Sport Zip Paddock
Overall Rating:
4 of 5
4 of 5

Great for beginners

March 15, 2012
Byhorsenewby
fromFlorida
I have used this product for:less than a month
Expertise:Beginner
Riding Style:Leisure/Trail Riding - English
Competitor:Non-competitor
Quality:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Value:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Durability:
3 of 5
3 of 5
Fit
Excellent
Excellent
"I have only had about 5 lessons at this point, and these boots made a world of difference from my old street shoe. Any veterans will know the value of the boot, but I am just so pleased at how these supported my ankles and feet during my lessons. I was nervous about the fit and was glad I went with my gym shoe size rather than dress shoe size (1/2 size smaller). They seem true to size in that respect. I can't comment on durability because they are new at time of review, but they should serve the purpose for which I bought them."
Review 15 for Ariat® Heritage Sport Zip Paddock
Overall Rating:
4 of 5
4 of 5

Nice Boots

November 1, 2011
ByRIRider
fromRI
I have used this product for:less than a month
Expertise:Expert
Riding Style:Dressage
Competitor:Rated
Quality:
4 of 5
4 of 5
Value:
4 of 5
4 of 5
Durability:
4 of 5
4 of 5
Fit
Good
Excellent
"Nice waterproof boots for a reasonable price. These fit a bit tighter all around than my last pair of ariats. I had to go up a half size and they are much snugger around my ankle."
Review 16 for Ariat® Heritage Sport Zip Paddock
Overall Rating:
1 of 5
1 of 5

Not up to par

July 2, 2011
ByRider9
fromSacramento, CA
I have used this product for:1-3 months
Expertise:Expert
Riding Style:Hunter/Jumper
Competitor:Local/Open
Quality:
1 of 5
1 of 5
Value:
1 of 5
1 of 5
Durability:
2 of 5
2 of 5
Fit
Poor
Excellent
"I realize that these are Ariat's least expensive boot but I was very disappointed with the quality. No arch support, fit is completely different from their more expensive boots and are definitely not worth even the low price. I'm saddened that Ariat would put out such a poor quality product in an effort to be "competitive". If I'd have realized I would never have bought them."
Review 17 for Ariat® Heritage Sport Zip Paddock
Overall Rating:
5 of 5
5 of 5

exceptional value

May 9, 2011
ByMacsMa
fromMartinsburg, WV
I have used this product for:6-12 months
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Hunter/Jumper
Competitor:Local/Open
"very well constructed & comfortable boot. other brands wear out in less than a year --have worn these boots daily for a year now and they still (almost) look new and as comfortable as when they were new."
Review 18 for Ariat® Heritage Sport Zip Paddock
Overall Rating:
5 of 5
5 of 5

great price & well made

April 26, 2011
By41Kare
fromBoston
I have used this product for:2-5 years
Expertise:Novice
Riding Style:Leisure/Trail Riding - Western
Competitor:Non-competitor
Quality:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Value:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Fit
Good
Excellent
"I always purchase Ariat paddock boots for my children since they're reasonable priced & of great quality. Stitching, zippers, and soles always hold up; even with constant wear.
While I generally buy leather, my daughter decided to try the fabric/leather combo. Her only complaint was that they fit a bit narrow but I'm sure they'll loosen up (like the leather) after wearing. We've been using Ariat for the past three years and they wear as well as boots that cost almost 3x the money.
"
Review 19 for Ariat® Heritage Sport Zip Paddock
Overall Rating:
5 of 5
5 of 5

Great winter riding boot

February 21, 2011
Bylovethedun
fromAkron, Ohio
I have used this product for:1-3 months
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Trail Riding
Competitor:Non-competitor
Quality:
4 of 5
4 of 5
Value:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Durability:
4 of 5
4 of 5
Fit
Excellent
Excellent
"This is my second pair. The first pair split in the seams within 60 days. I had no problems returning for exchange and I do love these boots. I now have both summer and winter Ariat boots and will continue to own this brand."
Review 20 for Ariat® Heritage Sport Zip Paddock
Overall Rating:
3 of 5
3 of 5

Tough break-in period

June 17, 2010
BySoCalTrailRider89
fromSan Diego, CA
I have used this product for:1-3 months
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Trail Riding
Competitor:Non-competitor
Number of Dogs:2
Quality:
3 of 5
3 of 5
Value:
3 of 5
3 of 5
"I haven't had them very long yet, but so far, my only feedback is that they are very rigid. They push against the back of my ankle/lower calf and by the end of the day it's sore. I wear them every day for at least my twice daily chores and they still aren't relaxing. I'll have to wait to see how they do with regard to quality/holding up to long-term use."
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