- Is the Ariat Sport Rodeo good for riding?
- Yes. The 1.5-inch heel and ATS platform are built for stirrup work, and the rubber outsole grips better than a leather sole. It is a western riding boot, not a work boot for heavy mud.
- How does it fit compared with other Ariat boots?
- Most buyers take their usual Ariat size, but the Sport Rodeo runs narrow for some feet and is offered only in D width. Try it on before a long ride if you have wide feet.
- Does it need breaking in?
- The footbed is comfortable out of the box, but the 11-inch leather shaft is stiff and takes a few weeks of wear to soften. Wear tall socks at first.
- Is it waterproof?
- No. The leather upper and mesh lining are not waterproof, so it is not the boot for wet pasture or heavy rain.
- What is the shaft and heel height?
- The shaft is 11 inches and the heel is 1.5 inches, a traditional cowboy profile that sits under jeans.
- What is the upper and outsole made of?
- The upper is leather, the lining is synthetic mesh, the insole is cork and the outsole is rubber and synthetic.
- Where is the Ariat Sport Rodeo Cowboy Boots cheapest?
- At Ariat, for $151.99, 20% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.
- Where can I buy the Ariat Sport Rodeo Cowboy Boots?
- 4 stores we checked sell it, including Ariat, Nordstrom, Zappos, Tractor Supply Co.