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Customer Reviews for Mountain Horse Venice Ladies Field Boot

Mountain Horse Venice Ladies Field Boot

The Mountain Horse Venice Field Boot is an elegant competition and all-around boot made in supple full grain leather. The look, feel and comfort is top quality and the price is just as attractive.
Average Customer Rating:
4.333 out of 5
4.3
 out of 
5
(21 Reviews) 21
Open Ratings Snapshot
Rating breakdown 21 reviews
5 Stars
12
4 Stars
6
3 Stars
1
2 Stars
2
1 Star
0
18 of 21(86%)of customers would recommend this product to a friend.
Customer questions and answers:
2 Questions | 4 Answers
Customer Reviews for Mountain Horse Venice Ladies Field Boot
Review 1 for Mountain Horse Venice Ladies Field Boot
Overall Rating:
2 of 5
2 of 5

Giving up on Mountain Horse

January 27, 2013
ByMorganD
fromWestern NY
I have used this product for:1-3 months
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Dressage
Competitor:Local/Open
Quality:
3 of 5
3 of 5
Value:
1 of 5
1 of 5
I got these boots about two years ago--and gave up on wearing them within three months-- they were awful. The leather was of decent quality, but they broke in REALLY oddly. The zipper dug into my ankle and the top of the foot was very strange. I tried oiling them and couldn't make them tolerable. I gave them to a friend to borrow and she thought the same thing. I used to love MH but this is the third model of boot that I've been disappointed in.
 
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Review 2 for Mountain Horse Venice Ladies Field Boot
Overall Rating:
5 of 5
5 of 5

Perfect!!!

December 25, 2012
Bymom2
fromAlabama
I have used this product for:less than a month
Expertise:Novice
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
My daughter is short and needed more room in the calf. The height and calf on these boots fit perfectly. Couldnt believe I finally found a brand that carried her size. They look great on too! Would definitely recommend and would buy again. Thanks
Review 3 for Mountain Horse Venice Ladies Field Boot
Overall Rating:
5 of 5
5 of 5

So worth it!!!

December 16, 2012
BytessE
fromPA
I have used this product for:2-5 years
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Eventing
Competitor:Rated
Quality:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Value:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Durability:
5 of 5
5 of 5
I bought these boots almost 3 years ago and I have abused them almost daily ever since. They fit perfectly right out of the box and only took about two days to break in. They really make a difference in my leg when I ride, soo much better than half chaps, and now I never school without them!!
After 3 years they are just now getting to the point where they don't quite clean up for schooling shows anymore, but are still great for everyday riding. I will definately be getting another pair, you just can't beat them for the price!!!!
Review 4 for Mountain Horse Venice Ladies Field Boot
Overall Rating:
4 of 5
4 of 5

Great Schooling Boots!

November 13, 2012
Byindiana4798
fromBurlington, VT
I have used this product for:3-6 months
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Hunter/Jumper
Competitor:Local/Open
Quality:
4 of 5
4 of 5
Value:
4 of 5
4 of 5
Durability:
4 of 5
4 of 5
Fit
Runs small
Just right
Runs large
Just right
I bought these for low level shows and schooling. At first it took a very long time to break these in and I definitely went through some blisters on the ankles however by conditioning the inside and outside and wearing them with thick socks they're great now! I also replaced the elastic laces with traditional laces which creates a much more custom fit in the ankle! It made the largest difference in fit because they were too big in the ankle before. I like the elastic back because I can wear these with breeches, jeans, etc. They're solid in terms of quality. I think they're best for schooling and low level showing! I love them because they keep my leg in place versus wearing paddock boots + half chaps. They also look great with the spanish topline.
 
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Review 5 for Mountain Horse Venice Ladies Field Boot
Overall Rating:
4 of 5
4 of 5

I seriously tried to kill these! it didnt work!

November 10, 2012
ByTaylorT
fromMaine
I have used this product for:1-2 years
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Hunter/Jumper
Competitor:Rated
Quality:
4 of 5
4 of 5
Value:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Durability:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Fit
Runs small
Runs large
Runs large
Runs large
i was 13 when i got these. my mom was crazy about keeping them nice, so the first time i wore them was going into a "AA" hunter show. after that i wore them everyday, 12 hours a day, and rode about 8-12 horses a day, and went into a paddock after it rained(1.5 feet of mudd!!!!) i wore them all summer and still wore them to medal finals that year. the only things i wasnt completely happy with was that the color got a little dull at the end and that my first time wearing them the zipper rubbed on my heel. and they wernt as gathered around the ankle as i would have liked ( but im being very hard on critique) but i have 3 riding friends that have these and they love them.
Review 6 for Mountain Horse Venice Ladies Field Boot
Overall Rating:
5 of 5
5 of 5

my favorite!

November 4, 2012
ByLongfieldFarm
fromWest Virginia
I have used this product for:2-5 years
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
I can't say enough good things about Mountain Horse tall boots! Soooo comfortable, I never want to take them off! I wear these every day for 12 hours a day and my feet and knee never ache. They are just as supportive in the saddle. The leather is nice quality and they shine up really nice no matter how dirty i get them! Had my first pair for 3 years and I was REALLY hard on them, loved them so much I went and got a second pair to replace them with even after trying on other boots.
Review 7 for Mountain Horse Venice Ladies Field Boot
Overall Rating:
3 of 5
3 of 5

Meh...

October 3, 2012
By54321
fromNY
Expertise:Intermediate
Competitor:Rated
Quality:
2 of 5
2 of 5
Value:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Durability:
2 of 5
2 of 5
I know it's an inexpensive boot, but the leather quality does not give me the impression that the boot will last longer than a year or two. I got the short-reg and it fit perfectly to my leg, but I was afraid once they dropped it would be too short. And actually the spanish cut top was about 3 finger widths off the side of my leg :/ So I returned these and instead bought the Tredstep Donatellos and I LOVE those! A little step up in price but a much better fit and quality! Hope this is helpful!
Review 8 for Mountain Horse Venice Ladies Field Boot
Overall Rating:
5 of 5
5 of 5

Beautiful, incredible boots!

July 29, 2012
Bylovestojump
fromMontana
I have used this product for:1-3 months
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Eventing
Competitor:Rated
Quality:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Value:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Durability:
5 of 5
5 of 5
This is by far the best purchase I have ever made! I can't say enough about these. They honestly look like they are $500 boots! I have used them every day since June for schooling (paddocks broke), and at shows, including walking around the barn in, and they have held up. I clean them up and they look like new! Broke in with just a few rides, and are now very very soft and comfortable. Plus, they look fantastic and are very very true to size! I couldn't be happier with them. If you are looking for boots, GET THESE.
Review 9 for Mountain Horse Venice Ladies Field Boot
Overall Rating:
5 of 5
5 of 5

Perfect !

July 27, 2012
ByKATE33
fromVermont/New York
I have used this product for:3-6 months
Expertise:Expert
Riding Style:Dressage
Competitor:Local/Open
I think I tried on 20 pairs of boots before I found these! They are perfect. They fit great, look wonderful and BEST OF ALL broke in in after three rides. They now feel as if I have had them for years.
Review 10 for Mountain Horse Venice Ladies Field Boot
Overall Rating:
5 of 5
5 of 5

Great Boot for the Price!!

July 2, 2012
Bybeccaj09
fromMissouri
I have used this product for:3-6 months
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:All Around
Competitor:Rated
Quality:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Value:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Durability:
5 of 5
5 of 5
These boots fit & look amazing! I wish they came in half sizes, but for the price, you really can't go wrong. These are also the only boots I could find that were actually short enough for me. They do bunch a little at the heal, but not bad. This was my first pair of tall boots I bought brand new and I really didn't think breaking them in was as painful as some of the other reviews claim. They do rub, and your ankle does get a little sore, but I never had any blisters form. Also, break-in time was minimal. I rode in them two days in a row for about an hour each time. After that, they felt great!!
Review 11 for Mountain Horse Venice Ladies Field Boot
Overall Rating:
5 of 5
5 of 5

Very nice boots for your money

April 19, 2012
ByHunterJumper45
fromSacramento, CA
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:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Durability:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Fit
Excellent
Excellent
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
I absolutely love these boots. They are a great price for what you get. While the leather isn't super soft right out of the box, it softens as you break them in and they become the perfect softness without being too supple. The breaking in process was very painful for me, but it was worth it. I feel these boots will last longer than my Ariats which only lasted 6 months before the zipper broke and the leather cracked. I love the elastic panel, and without it I wouldn't have been able to get the boots on the first time. I ordered a tall slim according to the sizing chart, and they fit perfectly now (tight at first). I use these as schooling and show boots. I love the spanish top and contoured ankle (which they are more contoured in person than in the advertised picture), it makes them look more expensive than they are. The zipper pull is a shoelace type thing, but you can easily take it off if you want. These boots also come with extra elastic laces which I thought was a major bonus because my last boots elastic laces broke in a matter of months. Overall, I would definitely purchase these boots again. I did have to wait 10 weeks to get mine because of the "please allow 8 weeks for delivery" so that was a bummer, but it was worth the wait! I attached a picture of my boots, not the greatest picture but I always like to see pics in reviews so I thought I'd attach one. The angle makes the calf look bigger than it is, and lighting makes the boot dirtier than it is too. :P
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Review 12 for Mountain Horse Venice Ladies Field Boot
Overall Rating:
5 of 5
5 of 5

April 6, 2012
ByCrazyPony
fromZone 3
I have used this product for:1-3 months
Expertise:Novice
Riding Style:Hunter/Jumper
Competitor:Rated
Quality:
4 of 5
4 of 5
Value:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Durability:
4 of 5
4 of 5
Fit
Excellent
Excellent
These are my first pair of tall boots and so far I'm very happy with them. I've gotten several compliments and the fit is great.
Review 13 for Mountain Horse Venice Ladies Field Boot
Overall Rating:
4 of 5
4 of 5

Nice boots, but too big in ankle

April 1, 2012
Bycarlaw1962
fromOxford, MA
I have used this product for:less than a month
Expertise:Novice
Riding Style:Dressage
Competitor:Local/Open
Quality:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Value:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Durability:
4 of 5
4 of 5
Fit
Average
Excellent
I went to the Smartpack store in natick and tried on several different brands of field boots. You didn't have my size in stock, but the sales person had me try on the Richmonds, which were more expensive, to at least get an idea of how they would fit me, so I went ahead an ordered the Venice field boots. I received them this week, but sadly decided to return them. The foot bed was a little uncomfortable and the ankle area was a touch too big. The cavles fit beautifully.
Overall I think these boots are a great boot for the price, but I want to be comfortable and feel that they look nice too.
I ended up ordering the Richmonds, after all and returned the Venice today. I do have to wait another 6 weeks now and I'm sure I won't have them in time for my first school show ever! Oh well, my fault.
Thanks for having such wonderful sales people in the Natick store!
Review 14 for Mountain Horse Venice Ladies Field Boot
Overall Rating:
2 of 5
2 of 5

nice looking but uncomfortable!

March 24, 2012
ByFEskimo
fromManhattan, KS
I have used this product for:6-12 months
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
Average
Excellent
I bought these boots after my ariats were a bust. They are very nice looking and I like the extra height because I am 5'8 and a slim calf. I got them and they broke in easily but the back part wear your ankle bends in unbearably painful! When I stand at horse shows all day I dont want something that I am going to have to take off after ten minutes and that is what I currently have to do. Good quality and nice looking but uncomfortable! I would not buy mountain horse again.
Review 15 for Mountain Horse Venice Ladies Field Boot
Overall Rating:
5 of 5
5 of 5

Very Nice Boots!

December 12, 2011
ByCoastalHorse
fromNew England
I have used this product for:1-2 years
Expertise:Novice
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
Excellent
Excellent
These are very nice boots, and the price can't be beat! I've owned them for a year and a half, and have worn them often for both schooling and showing. They broke in easily and quickly, and are really comfortable. The zippers have held up well, and the boots still look like they just came right out of the box. Also, I found Mountain Horse's size-chart to be right on the money. Great work, Mountain Horse!!
Review 16 for Mountain Horse Venice Ladies Field Boot
Overall Rating:
4 of 5
4 of 5

August 5, 2011
ByTobiano
fromMinnesota
I have used this product for:1-3 months
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Hunter/Jumper
Competitor:Local/Open
Quality:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Value:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Fit
Good
Excellent
Very nice boots, they look awesome on! Strong zipper, doesn't get caught. Broke in in about five rides. Only complaint is that they are tight... I bought a 7-regular, which should fit up to a 14.5" calf -- I have a hair over 14" calf and they were pretty tight at first (and I like my boots like a second-skin.)
Overall, a great boot especially for the price!
Review 17 for Mountain Horse Venice Ladies Field Boot
Overall Rating:
5 of 5
5 of 5

Great boots especially for the price

July 23, 2011
Byhokierider15
fromSuffolk, VA
I have used this product for:1-3 months
Expertise:Intermediate
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
Good
Excellent
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
First off let me say that I am VERY impressed with how fast these boots arrived. They said they would be drop shipped 1 to 2 weeks from the supplier. They came in 3 days! Love smartpak's fast service!! These boots are high quality, nicely made and comfortable. They look like other boots that cost 3 times as much. Very comfortable. I don't expect to have much of a break in time because of the soft supple leather. The only thing I would complain about is smartpak not offering them in size 11. The zipper is strong and secure. Mountain Horse is a great brand. I've used their winter riding boots for many years and can't to use these boots for many years to come! Schooling or show ring you can't go wrong with these tall boots.
 
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Review 18 for Mountain Horse Venice Ladies Field Boot
Overall Rating:
4 of 5
4 of 5

nice boot

July 19, 2011
Byklcc
frombatavia ny
I have used this product for:less than a month
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:All Around
Competitor:Rated
Quality:
4 of 5
4 of 5
Value:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Durability:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Fit
Average
Excellent
nice quality boot but had to send back not tall enough a little big at the ankel otherwise look was good and leather good quality
Review 19 for Mountain Horse Venice Ladies Field Boot
Overall Rating:
5 of 5
5 of 5

Love these boots

July 17, 2011
ByRg250cat
fromMaryland
I have used this product for:1-3 months
Expertise:Intermediate
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
Excellent
Excellent
This is my second pair of Mountain Horse field boots. I will be a life time customer of Mountain Horse boots, the fit,quality and price are outstanding! My first pair was the Richmond which they seem to keep changing the back tab with?? These are not fully lined but still wonderful, breaking in very nicely too. Fit perfectly and are really comfortable to walk in so your not rushed to try to get off your boots as soon as you finish riding :)
 
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Review 20 for Mountain Horse Venice Ladies Field Boot
Overall Rating:
5 of 5
5 of 5

Excellent Boot

June 12, 2011
Bydeuce15
fromVT
I have used this product for:1-3 months
Expertise:Intermediate
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
Excellent
Excellent
I purchased this boot a month ago and they are already broken in. Best pair of boots that I have ever owned, especially for the price. I would definitely recommend these to a friend.
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