Roeckl | Size Guides | Houghton Country

Roeckl are a German company that makes a huge range of gloves suitable for all types of activities from riding gloves to biking to running and alpine skiing. Using a variety of fabrics including an eco range made with recycled fabrics, Roeckl has designs suitable for summer, winter and all seasons and weather conditions in between.

Equestrian Gloves

How to measure your hands for gloves

The European glove sizes for adults are measured in old inches (French: Pouce). One pouce is approx 2.7cm.

Size 8 is 8 pounce = 21.6cm.

The given sizes are just a guideline. Gloves are designed differently according to the function

Horse Riding Gloves are designed to fit like a second skin, for high tactile sensitivity.

Biking gloves are generally made from elastic materials with a tight fit.

Ski gloves are made with material combinations to protect coldness, isolating air and are cut wider and bigger.

Which Roeckl riding gloves are right for you?

The hands are important tools for directing the delicate communication between horse and rider. No other hobby or sports activity creates a more unique bond between two individuals. To foster this valuable connection in the best way possible, riding gloves must fulfil a wide range of requirements. Precise and tactile handling of the reins is key, just as a safe grip.

Wear comfort also plays an important role. As glove specialists Roeckl put all passion into designing outstanding and innovative solutions. For more than 180 years developed riding gloves that fit like a second skin and provide an excellent grip and tactility.

Roeckl riding gloves are suitable for all types of equestrian activities.

For riding at home or training almost any style of riding glove will be suitable and perhaps the only consideration is whether it is summer or winter. If competing look at the rule book which will give guidance on the colour of gloves that should be worn. For showing plain single colour styles are the most suitable. 

Roeckl Riding Gloves Grip Guide

How to care for your Roeckl gloves

We recommend regular machine washing at 30° C (86° Fahrenheit) to remove dirt and sweat so that you can enjoy using your Roeckl Sports riding gloves even longer.

Tip: Make sure the easy closure fasteners are properly closed; then put the gloves in a mesh laundry bag to prevent snagging on soft or fine fabrics, causing the fibres to break.

Watch out: Don’t use any kind of fabric softener and do not tumble dry.