Keeping your equestrian clothing in good condition is essential for staying comfortable and looking your best at shows, competitions and while riding. It takes regular maintenance, cleaning and inspection, along with replacing items that have become worn or damaged. Whether you are just getting started in the world of equestrian competition or have been riding for years, there are some things every rider should know about caring for their clothes. If you want your uniforms to last longer and look like new for every show, read on for some helpful tips!
Learn how to clean your equestrian clothing.
If you want to make sure your equestrian clothing lasts as long as possible, you have to learn how to clean it properly. Cleaning your equestrian clothing regularly is one of the best ways to extend its life and make sure it still looks brand new. Depending on the type of clothing, you can either use a specialized cleaning product or just hot water and a cleaning cloth to remove dirt and dust from your clothing. If you do use a cleaning product, make sure to read the label and follow the instructions to ensure it doesn’t damage your clothing.If you want to make sure your equestrian clothing lasts as long as possible, you have to learn how to clean it properly. Cleaning your equestrian clothing regularly is one of the best ways to extend its life and make sure it still looks brand new.
Don’t wear your clothes in the rain.
If you’re a member of a club or show team, you might want to keep your show clothes clean for every competition and show you attend. However, if you are riding in the rain regularly, you should avoid wearing your show clothing altogether. Doing so will cause all of your clothes to get wet at some point and make them much more difficult to clean. If you have to ride in the rain, make sure to change into a clean set of clothes as soon as you get home so you can keep the rest of your clothes looking brand new.If you ride in the rain regularly, you should avoid wearing your show clothing altogether. Doing so will cause all of your clothes to get wet at some point and make them much more difficult to clean.
Rotate your clothing to avoid pilling and wear-and-tear.
One of the most common problems with equestrian clothing is pilling. Pilling occurs when small pieces of fabric snag and tear at the same place on your clothing. While you can try to avoid snagging your clothing by being extra careful, there’s not much you can do to avoid pilling. However, there are some things you can do to reduce its frequency. Make sure to regularly inspect your clothing for snags, holes and wear-and-tear. Once you’ve found a snag, hole or wear-and-tear, sew it up as soon as possible to prevent more damage.Rotate your clothing regularly to avoid pilling and wear-and-tear.
Find out what type of cleaning products work best for your specific clothing.
Depending on the type of clothing you have, you might need to use a specialized cleaning product to make sure it stays clean and looking new. There are cleaning products designed for different types of clothing, but it’s important to know what they are and how to use them. Before you start cleaning your clothing, make sure to read the label to make sure you know what cleaning product to use.Find out what type of cleaning products work best for your specific clothing.
Store your clothing properly.
While it’s essential to keep your equestrian clothing clean, it’s also important to store it properly to avoid damaging it. If you store your equestrian clothing in a bag or a drawer, it can get caught up in the material and cause damage. That’s why you should invest in a quality storage solution that can keep your clothing in one place so it doesn’t get damaged. If you don’t have a good storage solution, you can keep your clothes in a bag or a drawer to protect them. You should also make sure to keep your equestrian clothing out of direct sunlight. Keeping it in a dark place will slow the growth of any mildew or other bacteria that may be on your clothing.Keeping your equestrian clothing in good condition is essential for staying comfortable and looking your best at shows, competitions and while riding. It takes regular maintenance, cleaning and inspection, along with replacing items that have become worn or damaged.