Boss Equestrian Breeches Men Knee Grip James Core

Sizes are given in men's sizes: XS is men's 44, S is 46, M is 48, L is 50, XL is 52 and XXL is 54. Not every colour runs the full range: black and white come in XS to XXL, beige in XS, S and M.

White is the usual competition colour, black and beige are more practical at home and at the yard. Wash the breeches inside out and without fabric softener on the knee patches; softener leaves a film over the silicone and makes it smoother. Let them air dry rather than tumble drying them, as heat is not kind to grip areas. The exact washing temperature is on the label inside the breeches.

These breeches suit riders who use the same pair for training, yard work and competition, and who prefer grip at the knee over grip across the whole seat. The phone pocket makes them useful for anyone who moves back and forth on and beside the horse a lot.

If you ride almost exclusively in full seat and are looking for maximum stability, a Full Grip model from our range is a better choice: there the silicone continues over the seat bones. If you are looking for one pair in white for the competition arena, bear in mind that a light colour asks for more care at the yard.

The silicone knee patches sit on the inside of the knee, where your leg meets the saddle. Your phone goes in the phone pocket on the thigh, where it stays in place; small items go in the slash pockets at the front.

The breeches are machine washable; the exact temperature is on the label. Wash them inside out and without fabric softener on the knee patches, because softener makes the silicone smoother. Let them air-dry rather than tumble dry.

Which size should I take?
Sizes are converted to men's sizes: XS is men's 44, S is 46, M is 48, L is 50, XL is 52 and XXL is 54. Black and white come in the full range, beige in XS, S and M.

In which colours does the James Core come?
In black, white and beige.

What is the difference between Full Grip and Knee Grip?
With Knee Grip the silicone sits only on the inside of the knee. With Full Grip it runs across the whole seat. Knee Grip gives more freedom of movement in light seat, Full Grip more purchase when you ride in full seat.

Are these breeches suitable for competition?
Yes, the manufacturer names training and competition. For tests where white is compulsory, take the white version; always check the rules of your discipline.

How do I wash these breeches?
The breeches are machine washable. No specific temperature is stated, so follow the label. Wash inside out, without fabric softener on the knee patches, and let the breeches air dry.

Will my phone fit in the thigh pocket?
The breeches have a phone pocket on the thigh intended for that. The exact dimensions are not stated by the manufacturer.

Can I wear these breeches at the yard too?
Yes. The fabric is light, quick-drying and colourfast, and the pockets are usable during yard work. For daily use, black and beige are more practical than white.

• Boss Equestrian James Core men's riding breeches
• Knee Grip with silicone knee patches for stability in the saddle
• Lightweight, elasticated and breathable performance material
• Slash pockets at the front and a phone pocket on the thigh
• Machine washable, quick-drying and colourfast
• Suitable for training, yard work and competition
• Available in black, white and beige, in sizes XS up to and including XXL