Global Horseback Riding Apparel Market Forecast, Trend Analysis & Competition Tracking - Global Industry Insights 2015 to 2031

Horseback Riding Apparel Market: Numerous individuals engage in horseback riding every year. Although this sport is gratifying, it is subject to a high risk of accidents, making the use of horse-riding apparel extremely essential. Horse riding clothes, gloves, and other gear provide comfort during horse riding, while apparel is mainly concerned with the safety of a rider and their horse. Apparel for horses have been categorized into blankets & rugs, fly sheets, masks, & leg wraps, and other accessories; and for its riders - breeches & tights, outerwear & casual apparel, English & western show clothing, riding socks & undergarments, gloves, hats, chinks, and other accessories. Various other accessories can be attached or used in conjunction with the apparel mentioned above for improved safety and control.

Horse riding is considered a sport for the wealthy; as such, the use of apparel plays a more crucial role than just how a rider appears on their steed. Donning proper attire indicates how effective and safe a rider is when participating. There is a clear bifurcation in horse riding apparel for sport: English apparel and western apparel. Presently, equestrian observers are noting a massive spike in the use of technical fabrics, much to the delight of many riders. These new offerings incorporated in this sector consider that these riders are athletes and have transformed the way certain unfordable areas of conventional gear that usually causes itching and chaffing now function in a more unrestricted, moisture-wicking, and temperature-regulating manner. The coordination of a rider's attire with that of their horse's coat is another trend that is steadily traction in the vogue world of horse riding.

Below mentioned is the list of apparel worn for different shows

English Horseback Riding Apparel	Western Horseback Riding Apparel
Helmets	Helmets
Paddock or Dress Boots	Boots
Breeches or Jodhpurs	Shirts
Shirt	Jeans
Boot Socks	Chaps or Chinks
Non-Chafing Underwear	Non-Chafing Underwear
Gloves	Gloves
Half Chaps	Belts
Jackets or Vests
Safety Vests (Optional)
Belts (Optional)

Global Horseback Riding Apparel Market Revenue Outlook:

The global horseback riding apparel market was valued at US$ 1,151.4Mn in 2021 and is projected to register а САGR of 2.7 % by 2031.

The global horse-riding apparel market is segmented based on product type, end-user, distribution channel, and region. On the basis of the product type, the market is sub-segmented into equine apparel and rider apparel. The equine apparel segment is further classified into blankets & rugs, fly sheets, masks & leg wraps, and other equine apparel accessories. The rider apparel segment is categorized under breeches & tights, outerwear & casual apparel, English show & western show clothing, riding socks & undergarments, gloves, hats, chinks, & accessories. The market is further sub-segmented into men, women, and kids concerning the end-user segment. Based on distribution channels, the market is sub-segmented into online and offline. The offline segment is further classified into specialty stores and retail outlets. The online segment is further classified into e-commerce websites and company-owned websites. On the basis of region, the global horse-riding apparel market is segmented into North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, South America, and the Middle East & Africa. The market in Europe accounts for a majority revenue share, owing to the high penetration of horse-riding activities among various countries in this region, such as the UK, Italy, etc. North America trails Europe by a thin margin in terms of market revenues generated. In contrast, the markets in the Asia-Pacific region are expected to register the highest growth rate over the forecast period, owing to heightened participation levels from countries such as China and Japan.

Optimistic Scenario: Global Horseback Riding Apparel Market is expected to expand at a CAGR of 3.1% and is projected to reach US$ XXX Mn in 2030, owing to improvements in fabrics, designing, and assorted customization options for both horse and rider are quickly gaining importance.

Conservative Scenario: Global Horseback Riding Apparel Market is expected to expand at a CAGR of XX % and is estimated to reach a value of US$ 1.3 Bn in 2030, due to disruptions in supply chain activities including, the halt in production, the import-export of non-essential goods, scarcity of raw materials, the closure of retail stores, coupled with subdued demand for these respective goods & services

Active Participation in Sports Activities Anticipated to Give Fuel the Global Markets for Horse Riding Apparel

The active participation of both genders and children in various sports and events is also expected to spur the demand for horse-riding apparel, in turn boosting sales for this industry in the coming years. For instance, there are approx. 6.9 Mn horses in the US, and 7.1 million American horse riders in this industry, most of whom are either horse owners, service providers, employees, or volunteers. Furthermore, the UK has over 4.3 million horse riders, while China is the latest entrant to make a splash in this sport, with 2 million riders and counting.

• According to Apparel Resources, the US horse industry is producing approx. US$25.3 Bn worth of goods and services, contributing a total of $112 billion to its GDP.

Technology and Fabric Development Application in Horse-riding Apparel Offering New Opportunities

The horse-riding world is gradually developing a keen sense of fashion as improvements in fabrics, designing, and assorted customization options for both horse and rider are quickly gaining importance. 3D printing is expected to facilitate improved outcomes by incorporating various technological advancements to create effective casts, splints, or prosthetics for animals if need be. The following are a few examples of technology and fabric development application in horse-riding apparel:

• The TredStep Ireland Symphony Nero breech combines Tredstep's signature motion fit design with a new fabric ("Excell") made from a Lycra-cotton blend. These breeches wick away moisture and retain their shape.

• FITS Riding Ltd. designs their clothes with a 'function first' sensibility, their most popular breech with patented PerforMAX® full seat technology. It is made up of microfiber that offers both wicking and warming properties.

• For instance, Commonwealth Scientific & Industrial Research Organization (CSIRO), Australia, has developed a 3D horseshoe printing technology to create horseshoes using imaging software that closely analyzes the hoof to provide manufactured shoes with superior ergonomic fit.

Competitive Landscape

The horseback riding apparel landscape appears highly consolidated, with a major chunk dominated by the players.

• REWE Group

• Decathlon Group

• Ariat International Inc.

• Horseware Products Ltd

• Cavallo GmbH

• Equetech

• Mountain Horse

• Devon Aire

• Kerrits Performance Equestrian Apparel Inc.

• Shanghai Goldtex Clothing & Bags Co., Ltd

• Other Players

Report Scope

• Forecast Period: 2022-2031

• Actual Year: 2021

• Historical Data Available for: 2015-2020

Key Regions Covered

• North America

• Europe

• Asia Pacific

• Latin America

• Middle East & Africa

Key Segments Covered are:

Horseback Riding Apparel Market, By Product Type

• Equine Apparel

  • Blankets & Rugs

  • Fly Sheets, Masks, & Leg Wraps

  • Accessories

• Rider Apparel

  • Breeches & Tights

  • Outerwear & Casual Apparel

  • English Show & Western Show Clothing

  • Riding Socks & Undergarments

  • Gloves, Hats, Chinks, & Accessories

Horseback Riding Apparel Market, By End User

• Men

• Women

• Kids

Horseback Riding Apparel Market, By Distribution Channel

• Offline
  • Specialty Stores
  • Retail Outlets
• Online
  • E-commerce Websites
  • Company-Owned Websites