Horse & Hound's buying guides feature the best kit on the market. Over the coming weeks and months, we'll feature rugs, breeches, boots and all manner of kit for both horse and rider
Craghoppers Chatsworth jacket
Part of Craghoppers Outdoor Lifestyle collection, the Chatsworth combines a textured cotton fabric with AquaDry lining for waterproof protection. The jacket features metal trims, a ribbed inner collar, zip-off hood with waxed cord adjusters, 14 pockets, a stud fastening stormflap, and headphone loop.
RRP: £199
Visit: www.craghoppers.com
Horseware Finn jacket
This rectangular quilted jacket is showerproof, breathable and has a 100g fill. It has a front zip and side pockets zips, as well as has an internal zipped pocket.
It is available in sizes XXS-XXL.
RRP: £47.95
Visit: www.horseware.com
Durham Waterproof jacket
This jacket is crafted from a robust cotton outer fabric with a waterproof level of 15,000mm. It has waterproof windbreaker cuffs, a waterproof drip strip at the bottom of the lining, and comes with a two-year guarantee.
Other features include pleated sleeves, many pockets, a detachable and adjustable peak hood, plus two hand-warmer pockets. Extra zips enable the wearer to zip in one of Alan Paine’s Aylsham fleece waistcoats or fleece jackets to provide additional layering.
RRP: £249.99
Visit: www.alanpaine.co.uk
Mark Todd unisex parka
This jacket is made from a fully waterproof fabric and has a satin lining. It has underarm vents, an integral phone pocket and a two-way zip.
The hood and fur trim are both removable. It comes in black and is available in XS-XL.
RRP: £99.99
Visit: www.wefi.co.uk
John Deere Country jacket
This jacket features inside and outside pockets and has adjustable cuffs with Velcro closure. It has a padded lining with a hood that can be folded into collar.
The coat has a zip and press studs to fasten and is made of water resistant breathable fabric with taped seams. It is made of 100% polyamide and is available in sizes S-XXXL.
RRP: £92.62
Visit: www.johndeere.co.uk
Arka Equipe Action Pro Core jacket
This jacket is lightweight and features an inner padding made of 90% goose down/10% goose feathers. It has a windproof and water repellent outer fabric and the lining has been designed to allow for body heat to be kept within the jacket.
It has elastic inserts, side pockets and a chest pocket. Internal cuffs have a practical gaiter and thumbhole.
RRP: £239.99
Visit: www.arkaequipe.com
Baleno Nottingham jacket
This jacket has the additional option of adding a zip in fleece gilet. It is made from a soft, waterproof, breathable and noiseless fabric.
It is available in light khaki or dark olive in sizes S-XXXL.
RRP: £154.95
Visit: www.baleno.be
Kingsland Bryce jacket
This softshell jacket comes in three colours, navy, blue lalique and tango red, and features a stand-up collar. It is made from a two-way stretch fabric and is water resistant and breathable.
The jacket has elastic rib cuffs, contrast panels under the arm and stripes at the back of collar.
RRP: £125
Visit: www.kingslandequestrian.co.uk
Hermes Storm jacket
This waterproof jacket has a three layer Goretex fabric and waterproof seams. It is windproof while remaining breathable.
The jacket is made from a stretch fabric and features a hood which can be tucked into the collar, as well as protection linings at the wrists.
RRP: £2,100
Visit: www.hermes.com
Schoffel Egleton jacket
This jacket is made from British quilted cotton wax with a cotton canvas trim. It features two inside security zip pockets, two front fleece lined pockets with flap and popper closures, and fleece lined hand warming pockets.
RRP: £299.95
Visit: www.oliverbrown.org.uk
BR bomber jacket
This waterproof jacket is made from nylon twill and features taped seams, 200g padding and mesh ventilation. It has two slit pockets with press studs, an inner pocket with zip, and main zip with inner and outer storm flaps with press studs.
The jacket has a rib cuff at the waist and sleeve ends as well as a detachable hood. It is available in sizes XS-XL and XXL in Brown, and XS-XXL in stardust grey.
RRP: £99.95
Visit: www.br.nl
Toggi Worcester jacket
This water resistant quilted jacket features a two-way zip and popper fastening. It has a protective moleskin fabric at the shoulders, elbows and pockets.
The jacket has large hand pockets, a game pocket at the back and ribbed cuffs.
RRP: £100
Visit: www.toggi.com
Cavallo Elias jacket
This jacket is made of breathable fabric and features taped seams. It is windproof and waterproof and has two zipped pockets at the front.
It is available in marine blue and cold grey.
RRP: £145
Visit: www.zebraproducts.co.uk
ExoGlo heated jacket
This jacket is lightweight, waterproof, windproof and breathable, and has added lycra giving four-way stretch. It features three FabRoc heating panels creating a cocoon of heat and is supplied with a rechargeable power pack and charger.
It offers two to five hours of heating time depending on which power pack is used and your temperature requirements. The jacket has a two way zip and a hood.
RRP: £135
Visit: www.classicdressage.com
Equiline Gus jacket
This bomber style jacket is water and wind resistant with a light and breathable fabric. It offers a cooling sensation for optimal comfort.
RRP: £150
Visit: www.redpostequestrian.co.uk
