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For anyone who rides and looks after horses through winter, the Reincoat Pro has been nothing short of a revelation for me. At 5ft 10in, I often struggle to find outerwear that offers proper coverage, but the length of this coat is perfect — it falls comfortably past my knee, giving real protection from driving rain and biting wind.
Crucially, it even keeps my knees stay dry when I’m riding, too! From the first wear, it felt designed with tall riders in mind. Equally, though, my colleague Catherine — who is several inches shorter than me — has been wearing the same version in a different colour and also praises the length.
Effectiveness
I’ve been wearing the fleece-lined Reincoat Pro in burgundy, and the lining is beautifully soft — almost carpet-like — and feels luxurious every time I put it on. Even when temperatures dipped below zero, I stayed toasty warm.
As someone who tends to heat up when riding (I do mostly hacking with plenty of trot and canter work), I’ve found I only need a base layer underneath. It insulates without overheating.
The waterproofing is outstanding. Rain doesn’t soak in or cling — it just beads up and runs straight off. I’ve worn this coat in torrential downpours, both in the saddle and on several chaotic school pick-ups, and it has genuinely been a lifesaver.
Even in relentless rain, I’ve stayed completely dry. I can honestly say I’ve never owned a coat that performs so brilliantly in wet weather.
Expect a puddle of water on the floor when you take it off though — choosing where to hang it up to dry requires a bit of consideration!
Fit
Fit-wise, it’s a relaxed, roomy cut on top. I’m top heavy and normally wear a size 16, so I ordered an extra large as I had slight concerns about fit beforehand. It’s a lovely loose fit, just as promised — and I probably would have been OK with a large.
Interestingly, it is snug around the hips and Catherine says exactly the same. There’s an adjustable waist cinch which helps add shape, and practical side zips from the hips down are essential when riding.
They must be undone in the saddle due to that closer hip fit though — and yes, I’ve been caught out a couple of times on the mounting block when I forgot to unzip first! The reflective panels are a brilliant safety touch for hacking.
Although it’s a long coat, it doesn’t feel heavy. When wearing previous long rain coats the first thing I do after dismounting is take them off. But with the Reincoat Pro, I found myself untacking and walking around the yard because I’d forget it was on — it’s that comfortable.
Favourite features: oversized hood
The oversized hood (see main image, top) is another highlight. It offers full coverage, keeping both my face and hair dry — something that’s surprisingly rare. It’s large enough that you could fit it over a riding hat if needed, though I haven’t tried that myself yet.
The only minor trade-off is that it does sit quite forward, so when walking I sometimes have to hold it slightly out of my eyes to see clearly. That said, I’d far rather have too much coverage than not enough.
I would love a detachable hood option, but it can be tied down securely, which works well enough.
Thigh straps
The elasticated thigh straps are another thoughtful feature. They keep the coat securely in place and prevent flapping on windy hilltops — and trust me, I’ve tested them on some seriously blustery winter days.
Arm length & pockets
The arms are pleasingly long, fully covering my wrists, and the pockets are excellent: one internal and two waterproof external zip pockets, easily big enough for a phone and accessible even with gloves on.
The cuffs are adjustable, too.
My only small bugbear is that the material behind the main zip can catch when fastening it. I understand it’s designed to stop wind and rain penetrating, but it can be frustrating — especially in a rush.
I’d recommend it
Overall, I absolutely love this coat and will genuinely miss wearing it when spring arrives. That said, the Reincoat Lite — the non-fleece version — looks set to be the perfect summer companion for all-weather riders like me.
Yes, the price makes it an investment, but given the performance, warmth, and durability, I know I’ll be wearing it for many winters to come. It has been my saviour more than once this season, and I wholeheartedly recommend it.
The good news is that shipping is free and there is an option to pay later or spread payments over several months with Klarna and Clearpay.
Buying info
RRP £179.99
Colours: black, burgundy, olive (green), midnight (dark blue), high vis pink, reflective silver, espresso (brown)
Sizes: x-small, small, medium, large, x-large. Also available in children’s sizes.
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