{"type":"root","children":[{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"We've pondered the reasons behind the use of traditional leather in riding boots and haven't come up with a satisfactory answer. It's likely that manufacturers haven't considered alternative materials or have been unable to produce them. Old traditions and the mindset of \"it's always been this way\" may also play a role.\n\nThe stable environment is challenging in many ways, and it's something we cannot change. There will always be ammonia in a horse's urine, and mucking stalls is a constant task. The paddocks will often be muddy, and the outdoor arenas will be wet."}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Leather is an excellent material, but it should be used in the right contexts. Bridles are a perfect example where we WANT the leather to break if the horse steps on the reins or gets caught in the cheekpiece. However, with riding boots, we DO NOT want them to break or dry out due to being in an environment for which the material isn't designed.\n\nThere's a reason why older men often put galoshes over their expensive leather shoes when it rains. We don't mean to suggest that men are smarter than women; rather, it is widely known outside the equestrian world that leather and moisture do not mix well.\n"}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"A riding boot is a significant investment and should last a long time. By creating a product that is MADE FOR wetness and moisture, we aim to contribute to prolonged usage and, consequently, reduced consumption."}]}]}