Rated 2 out of
5
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TLJUMPER from
Runs really small
These tights are a great color and they seem light weight. However I ordered my regular size and they were way too small. I also didn"t like the super tight stiff waistband. I am returning them
Date published: 2021-07-10
Rated 4 out of
5
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Bert from
A bit tight in legs
I love the pants just wish the lower leg and ankle were not so snug.
Date published: 2021-05-18
Rated 2 out of
5
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5horsefarm from
See-through :-0
This review comes after having a few pair of these tights for a year now. I have happily worn these breeches-after initially having to do a lot of exchanging to get the sizing right. These run SMALL!! Size up!!
So I’m torn-because these breeches help me stay cool in the hot climate while doing barn chores and riding.
The waist doesn’t stay up and I’m constantly pulling them back up-that gets old. I have worn these all over the place for the last year, and only learned this past weekend that they’re see through when I’m bending over.
So-keep that I’m mind.
My husband said it was all good when I was just standing/walking, etc; but bending over....yep. See-through.
I have used the heck out of these tights, and can say that well before the 12 month mark-every pair had snags, and every pair has stitching that is coming undone, or has come undone.
Date published: 2021-03-01
Rated 4 out of
5
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ElleK from
Beautiful but too small for me
I loved the color and texture of these. Normally I wear a Medium tights and these were much too small. I am 5'7" and 135 pounds.
Date published: 2021-02-18
Rated 5 out of
5
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Lori Kosareff from
Comfortable & Quality
I bought two pairs about 3 years ago and they are still going strong. I bought more recently. I hate wearing breeches they are so thick and uncomfortable to ride in. These allow you to move freely while offer great security grip. Pockets are discreet on the sides and I LOVE the belt loops! You can make these look higher fashion with a belt. I’ve gotten so many compliments on them from people who are very high end brand snobby lol
Date published: 2021-01-18
Rated 3 out of
5
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debsho96 from
Super Grippy but thin
They seem to run a little small when compared to Piper tights. The full seat are super grippy which I love but the overall material of the tight seems thin - I prefer the Piper tights overall.
Date published: 2020-11-30
Rated 3 out of
5
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Joanna O from
So comfortableand grippy; TERRIBLE stitch quality
I bought a pair of these several months back from a local tax shop and really loved how comfortable and grippy they were. But I noticed the stitching and my hip is starting to come loose pretty quickly. Not the biggest deal, so I bought another pair. Within 15 minutes of my being in the saddle the stitching in the crotch area was coming completely undone. Now that’s a problem. Such a shame, as I otherwise love them.
Date published: 2020-07-23
Rated 4 out of
5
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Suze from
Run REALLY samll!
My first pair of Ovations. I ordered up a size as many reviewers recommended but now need to exchange for an even larger size. The waistband on the Aerowick size L (30") is a full inch smaller than a smiliar style Kerrits size medium tight, and the elastic in the waistband is very unforgiving. Even the legs were snugger than I would have expected in a large. However, the fabric is very nice and the full seat is super grippy! So if you like to feel secure in the saddle, these are nice tights even if the sizing is off.
Date published: 2020-07-21
Rated 3 out of
5
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Riding June from
Ok tights but Jrs sizing ouch!
These tights run really small like 32 in wastE in an xl, info not available till I got 5he breeches then it stated on them an xl was 32
Need I say more....
Date published: 2020-06-16
Rated 3 out of
5
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CCC8694 from
Looking for a good inexpensive pair of full seat tights , they are comfortable overall but I’m only 5’3 so they are a little lone in the length. They need an option in length . So they bunch up in the bottom and the seam on the middle of my calf rubs my leg when riding in tall boots. They are cool
And I love the pockets on the side and I love the grip they give . The quality could be a little better as after one wear I had loose strings in the upper leg area.
Date published: 2020-06-10
Rated 2 out of
5
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Amc354 from
Feel great, run small, see-through
I received 2 pair as a gift, luckily in a large, I normally wear a small/medium. They’re still TIGHT, but they’re comfortable. Little concerned on quality as there are some seems with strings. At 5’10” these are a perfect length. The unfortunate thing.... they’re see-through. I’m wearing nude underwear with a black stripe across the hip, you can see it under the black tights. I’m so disappointed as I really like the fit, hoping I can get the receipt and return them.
Date published: 2020-06-05
Rated 4 out of
5
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tmmk from
Love the tights but they seem to vary in size
I own three pairs of these tights already because they fit me great and are light weight for riding in Texas. They run small; usually I wear a large (10/12) in tights but I know to order XL in these. I ordered the Olympic blue ones and they are so small I can not wear them. They will be returned.
Date published: 2020-03-09
Rated 5 out of
5
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kmlundgren from
I LOVE these tights.
I am a huge fan of these tights. High quality, stretchy, comfortable. They fit me like a glove and are the most flattering pair of breeches/tights that I own. They're thin enough that I think they'll be good for summer riding, but also stretchy enough to layer over leggings for extra warmth in the winter. I also love the thigh pockets, they're secure and I hardly notice my phone there. The only thing is that they run small- I wear a 26/28 in Pipers, but ordered a 30(Large) for these and like I said, they fit like a glove. Will definitely be ordering another pair or two of these!
Date published: 2019-12-24
Rated 4 out of
5
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Rita from
Runs small! So far so good
I've worn these a handful of times and so far they are holding up well and I love the tacky seat. I was glad that I read the other reviews about sizing. I am 5'5" and 140lbs.. Based on other reviews, I ordered the extra large which fits fine (the way a medium might fit).
Date published: 2019-06-25
Rated 2 out of
5
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kaydee from
Not durable enough
These fit well and are breathable. I like the belt loops and cell pockets. Unfortunately by the time I wore them around the barn for just one afternoon of chores and riding they had come unstitched at one pocket and had 3 holes from getting snagged. These are just not good enough quality if you actually do farm work. Pay more for similar features in a more durable tight and don't waste the $
Date published: 2019-06-23
Rated 5 out of
5
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CupOJavaa from
Exactly what I was looking for
I am always between a 26 and a 28 in breeches depending on the type and brand. Sometimes 26s are tighter through the thigh than I like and sometimes a 28 is too large in the waist to make work (I do not like a very tight fit and do not wear belts unless showing or at a clinic). Despite other reviews I found these breeches to fit true to size! I bought a 28 and they fit pretty perfectly. A tad larger in the waist than would be perfect then again there is no such thing as a breech than fits me perfectly - but these are as close as it gets!
These are truthfully so comfortable I could wear them all day. Considering the price I am really hoping that that they hold up well though and for once or twice weekly wears this summer. Ovation has never done me wrong before...fingers crossed the quality is as good as these breeches feel!
Date published: 2019-06-17
Rated 5 out of
5
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amandashley from
Perfect fit and not see through
I was very skeptical buying a pair of tights to ride in, but these are awesome. I love the pockets and the seat feels more like a typical pad than silicon. Just the right amount of grip without feeling like I'm stuck. I wore them schooling and in the rain, my sweat and the rain spots dried within 15 minutes. Will definitely be buying these in more colors to wear in the Texas heat.
Date published: 2019-05-19
Rated 4 out of
5
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Nancy from
Great hot weather tight
I have purchased these as a replacement pair from last summer that did not hold up well. Thread at seems started to unravel after several wears. Of course Smart Pak took them back with no hassle at all. I really did like them and so do my friends who own them. So maybe I got a faulty pair. They are a great price with lots of great colors too. They run very small. I need a large in tights ( I wear a 10/12) but need am XL in Ovation brands
Date published: 2019-04-26
Rated 2 out of
5
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Ashlyn from
will be returning
I ordered these online but did not really like how they fit me, the actual fit is fine, but the high rise with nothing to cover up creates a fantastic camel toe situation lol. The fabric is nice a strechy, I got the grey and the fabric was weirdly shiney. I want to like these but I will be returning... the search continues
Date published: 2019-04-23
Rated 4 out of
5
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Sueshew from
I really like these!
I have many pairs of the Kerritt's summer tights. I was looking for something similar but with a little more grip. I love the Piper full seat silicone grip breeches, but they are a little heavy for summer wear, and they lack the handy pockets
Some say that they run small. I agree, but for me this is a good thing. I wear a 22 in the Piper, and these (XS) fit great. they are snug in a good way. If you are a 24, I would go with the small.
I wore them yesterday when I rode my 5 year old mare on a windy day. She can have her spooky moments, especially this time of year. She did a massive sideways move and I stayed in the saddle. I did lose a stirrup and strain my upper back, but I didn't come off. I find the extra grip very handy, especially with my young horse.
Someone mentioned the camel toe issue....they are snug and do have a seam up the middle of the crotch. A strategically placed panty liner takes care of that. I only wear them for schooling at home, but I can see how it could be an issue for some. I plan to order another pair or two. I find them to be more flattering than the Kerritt's tights because they are a little thicker.
Date published: 2019-04-12
Rated 3 out of
5
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HeatherMae from
Pros and Cons
I'm so torn I want to love these breeches! First of all they are TINY. Go up a size or two. I usually wear a M (I'm 5'4 135lbs) but these in XL fits great. Feels great, love the pockets, snug fit, grippy material!
Big downfall is the quality. I've only had them a month and threads are pulling out, pocket hem is coming undone, and there's a hole where a seam on the leg has completely popped open. =[
Date published: 2018-12-14
Rated 5 out of
5
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Kara12 from
Ovation Aerowick Full Seat
I have ridden in these a handful of times and love them even more each ride. Awesome product.
Date published: 2018-09-18
Rated 3 out of
5
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SloeRyder from
They run super small!
I bought these to have another pair of tights to train in. These are very well made tights, however they run very small. I normally run in a med/large, so I ordered the large, they are almost two sizes to small. I does make me disappointed, that I would have to order such a size variance in such a well known brand.
Date published: 2018-08-27
Rated 4 out of
5
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Vhus from
I don't normally wear tights, but when I do..
Its for those hot sticky summer days where I'm at the barn sun up to sun down, sans siesta. They are flattering, the grip is super grippy, they are comfortable and airy without being sheer (I would say they remind me of FITS tights in fabric), the pocket and full seat design help distract from the dreaded VPL lol..The tights do run small, I am typically 26L and they were snug.
I would love if smartpak carried more color choices!
Date published: 2018-06-23
Rated 5 out of
5
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Brooke from
So comfortable!
Feels like your in your own skin. Not constantly pulling up your pants. Always need the cell phone pocket. Main reason why I bought them in the first place.
Date published: 2018-06-15
Rated 3 out of
5
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Artysmom from
glad I got a larger size
Glad I ordered a large instead of my usual medium. Leg its fine but this breech was tight in the waist. Hoping the elastic will stretch a bit over time. Maybe was an 'off' batch. Super price.
Date published: 2018-05-27
Rated 3 out of
5
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Suchaskirt from
A little too grippy
I really wanted to like these as my summer weight schooling tights but I'm not thrilled with them. I've worn them 4 times, washed them twice but I'm not happy. The grip is amazing, almost too amazing. I felt very stuck to the saddle in my upper inner thigh so posting is not easy. When I canter, I sure do stick but there is a lot of movement of my skin against the tights as they remain stuck, so it's a weird sensation. I constantly felt like they are being pulled down, a size bigger would be way too loose and a size smaller would be too constricting. They feel like they have some compression as well. On my last ride, i also noticed that the little silicone horseshoes that provide the stick actually pressed Into my butt and I felt every one of them as I went on a trail ride. I will continue to wear them I hopes that like my other silicone full seats from other brands, maybe the silicone will,wear off a little but for now, I won't be buying another pair of these. There's also a seam right up the center of the crotch which I find bothersome. They have the awesome gusset that you want for a flexible tight so you have total freedom of movement but this seam is peculiar.
Date published: 2018-05-25
Rated 5 out of
5
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ProfE from
Comfortable and SurprisinglFlattering - Love them!
You'd think fabric this light and comfy would be overly revealing or sloppy looking, but no - these babies look like a million bucks!
I chose Medium, which I'd say is equivalent to a 28 breech or a size 6 pair of jeans. The shape is ideal for those of us with a small waist and sturdy legs, and I absolutely love the fit. The silicone seat is great too; pleasantly grippy and very nice to ride in.
These have good seams, and the fabric looks very robust for a light breech, so I'll give theses guys good marks for durability, though I've only ridden in them a couple of times. They're definitely my new favorites!
Date published: 2018-05-24
Rated 5 out of
5
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KimB from
Fit perfect
I'm a little heavy in the waist and butt area..... These feel great! They are just thick enough that it doesn't show everything, but very "airy" for summer. I wore them all day yesterday cleaning the horse and the barn and when I got home to put them in laundry.. I didn't have to! Just shook them out and they looked like I just put the on!
Date published: 2018-05-19
Rated 5 out of
5
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Dillon from
Super comfortable
I bought these to try for the summer months. I am use to breeches so this is my first pair of tights. They are form fitting so I went up a size but super comfortable and perfect for riding in the warm weather.
Date published: 2018-05-16