DRIZA-BONE An absolute necessity for all horse riders protecting the saddle and rider from harsh weather
Driza-bone the legendary riding coat made and designed with great attention to detail and using the highest quality materials. Today Driza-bone has evolved from being solely an oilskin work coat to an internationally recognized brand used for both active and leisure outdoor activities. Most importantly a must have accessory for the horse riding pro no matter what your discipline. These full length riding coats protect both the saddle and the rider from wet and windy weather.
The oilskin coats where first made over one hundred years ago in Australia, designed for sailors on the rugged seas. The recycling of torn canvas sails and painting the fabric with a mixture of oils waterproofed the fabric and protected the men from the howling winds and torrential rains making the coats excellent wet weather gear. Word spread, the demand for these coats grew quickly, before long the oilskin coats where being used on the land.
Features
Famous brand
Handmade and crafted in Australia
Action coat
Reinforced inner elbow patches
Sleeves extra long
Fantails
Windproof
Waterproof
Seams are heavy duty and double stitched
Generous cut
Longer coat for horse riding
Specifications
Heavy duty 100% cotton oiled finish fabric
Heavy duty stitching
Sturdy leg straps for windy and wet conditions keeps coat over flaps of saddle, knees and legs whilst riding
Storm flap protects against head on weather
Good width for shoulder movement
Kitchen door hook hanger
Roomy weather pockets
Quality metal snaps
Double snap closure
Adjustable double wrist snaps to shorten sleeve and/or to keep rain from running down arms
Fantail in the back of the coat covers the cantle of the saddle, saddle won’t get wet
Back flap closing snaps
Sleeve length to finish midway down hand
High neck strap snap closure
Colour
Dark brown, Black
Size
X- small, small, medium, large, X-large, XX- large, XXX- large
Major appearance
2000 Olympic Games Australia – worn by stock-men and stock-women at the opening ceremony of the Australian 2000 Olympics.
Investment
The Driza-Bone long riding coat is a great investment, this garment will protect the rider, riding apparel and saddle from the wet weather. ENJOY!
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