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SSG Riding Gloves For Every Riding Discipline! SSG Riding Gloves has a variety of gloves sure to match your individual needs.
About Our Company
Ed James startedSSG Gloves 25 years ago to serve the unique needs of the harness horse driver. An owner of harness horses for the past 30 years, James says drivers started telling him they needed better gloves." You have to listen to what the customers want, and then you have to provide it for them," he says. "Listening the what the drivers were saying lead to the development of the first gloves we ever sold. They needed a glove that would keep their hands warm, but with out any bulk. They need flexibility." The resounding success of that first glove spawned a sustained demand in the horse industry, where gloves were once considered almost an afterthought of the tack manufacturing business. Before long, SSG began developing gloves for the needs of other potential customers. Working with suppliers around the world, the SSG Glove range now features more than 60 styles to meet the unique needs of diverse disciplines, including show jumping, dressage, all event shows, eventing, rodeo, and polo. There is also a line of general work gloves that are at home on the trails, as well as working around the barn. SSG Gloves is international company with retailers around the world including U.S. , Canada, Ireland, the U.K., Europe, and Australia
What Are The Best Gloves For Warm Weather?
The Best 4 Warm Weather Gloves are:
The Original SSG® ALL Weather®
The most popular All Weather® glove in the industry worldwide.
Quality, durability, fit and comfort.
Style 8600
Schooling, Show Jumping, Hacking, Barrel Racing, Carriage Driving, Race Riding or Driving.
• Aquasuede Plus® Palm • Durable, breathable, good grip wet or dry
• Elasticized back for a cool comfortable fit
• Hook and loop wrist closure
• Machine washable, air dry
Sizes: Childs 4/5, Ladies S 5/6, Ladies Univ. 7/8,
Mens Univ. 8/9, Mens Large 10, Mens XLarge 11/12 (Black only)
18 colors: Black, White, Burgundy, Brown, Zebra, Neon Green, Purple, Stars & Stripes, Yellow, Red, Hot Pink, Teal, Royal, Green, Leopard, Navy, Horseshoe, Pink Leopard
SSG® Digital®
DigiGrip™ Square Groove Technology
Part of Eric Lamaze’s rise to success!
Style 2100
• The ultimate in feel, grip, breathability and durability
• Digital pattern for increased grip and wear
• Machine washable
Black, Brown Sizes: 5, 6, 7, 7½, 8, 9, 10, 11
Navy, White Sizes: 6, 7, 7½, 8, 9, 10
Camel Sizes: 5, 6, 7, 7½, 8, 9, 10
SSG® Hybrid™
The best of both worlds: Appearance, Grip & Durability.
Style 4200
• Premium cabretta leather back for optimum fit and feel
• Aquasuede® palm for soft touch, excellent grip in wet or dry condition, durable, breathable
• Key area reinforcement
Sizes: 6, 7, 7½, 8, 9, 10
Colors: Black, White, Brown/Tan
SSG® Technical™
Style 8500
• Superior grip wet or dry
• Coolmax lycra back for improved fit, flexibility and moisture management for warm weather wear
• Aquasuede® palm for feather touch, durable, breathable, good grip when wet
• Key area reinforcement
• Washable
Sizes: 6, 7, 8, 9, 10
Colors: Black, White
What Are The Best Gloves For Colder Weather?
SSG® Polartec® ALL Sport™
FOR Cool Weather
Style 6500
• Polartec® Powerstretch®
• Warm & flexible
• Wicks away moisture
• Silicon palm print for grip
• Machine washable (Cool Water)
Try them, you’ll love them– Even in your car!
Color: Black
Unisex Sizes: XXS 5/6, XSmall 6/7, Small 7/8,
Medium 9/10 and Large 11/12
PRO Show® Winter
Most Popular Indoor or Outdoor
FOR Cold Weather
Style 4300
• Leather with thinsulate® lining for warmth
• Knit cuff
• Spandex gusset for comfortable fit
Color: Black with Black Knitted Cuff
Unisex Sizes: 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10
Rancher™ Winter Lined
FOR Colder Weather
Style 1650
• North American deerskin
• Buttersoft feel
• Exclusive blue plaid polar fleece lining for warmth
• Gun cut finger treatment
• Elasticized wrist, easy on & off
Colors: Natural, Black
Unisex Sizes: 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11
SSG® 10 Below® Waterproof
FOR Coldest Weather
Style 6400
• Proven Waterproof
• Thinsulate & SSG Polar Fleece Lining
• Digital Palm
• Stretch Knit Back
4 Layers of warmth!
Color: Black
Sizes: 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Do You Carry Specialty Riding Gloves?
Absolutely! We carry Dressage, Endurance, Hunter and Jumping, Polo and much more! Please view our website to see all of the quality gloves we carry.
Buy Your SSG Specialty Gloves Today!
SSG Riding Gloves offer protection, style and security while working and riding your horse. Our gloves are affordable, versatile, long lasting, and come in a vast selection sure to meet the needs of riders today. Once you start riding with them, you'll never want to be without them again! Many Tack Stores and Horse Catalogs like DoverSaddlery, SmartPakEquine, JeffersEquineand more, carry SSG Riding Gloves. SSG 2100 Digital riding glove in black with Digital palm for grip and feel
What makes an SSG riding glove different?
SSG Riding Gloves builds gloves for one job: keeping a rider's hands connected to the reins with grip, feel, and durability that hold up season after season. The company offers more than 50 styles spanning hunter/jumper, dressage, eventing, polo, carriage driving, show, racing, roping, and pleasure riding, with warm-weather and cold-weather options and sizing from children's through adult. Each glove is engineered around the contact a rider needs, not built as a generic work glove with a riding label slapped on it.
Rider wearing SSG 2100 Digital gloves holding reins lifestyle photo
Who founded SSG Riding Gloves?
Ed James founded SSG more than 30 years ago to solve a real problem: harness-horse drivers and jockeys kept telling him they needed a better glove. A longtime owner of harness horses, James worked directly with drivers and jockeys to develop racing gloves that found immediate success, then expanded the line across every riding discipline by listening to professional riders and responding to what they asked for. That feedback loop, built on "high quality, superior fit and excellent workmanship," still defines the brand today.
SSG 2200 Soft Touch riding glove in black for show and everyday riding
The proprietary materials behind the grip
SSG develops and trademarks its own performance materials so each glove matches its discipline. Digital® is described as "the ultimate in feel, grip, breathability and finally, durability," while Aquasuede® and Aquasuede Plus® deliver a "soft, colour-fast, sweat absorbing palm" that is breathable, durable, and washable. Cold-weather styles use Thinsulate® — "the warmest thin glove insulation available, even in damp conditions" — alongside Kevlar® for strength, plus Lycra®, Spandex, Neoprene, silk, and the exclusive Aquatack "skin-thin reinlock breathable palm for great grip."
SSG 4200 Hybrid riding glove with leather back and Aquasuede Plus palm in black
SSG's best-selling everyday and show gloves
The brand's top sellers cover most riders' needs. The 2100 SSG® Digital® and the 2200 Soft Touch™ both retail at $48.95, the 4200 SSG® Hybrid® at $50.95 pairs a premium leather back with an Aquasuede Plus® palm, the 8500 Technical™ runs $40.95, and the 8600 All Weather® starts at $32.95 for protection across changing conditions. These washable, colorfast synthetic styles stay flexible after exposure to wet and damp, making them a practical choice for daily riding and the show ring alike.
Roping, ranch, and western options for working hands For ropers, barrel racers, and western riders who need toughness and grip, SSG's western line is built accordingly. It includes the 1600 The Rancher™ at $66.95, the 1650 Winter Rancher™ at $72.95, the 0400 Blue Streak® at $60.95, the 1000 Team Roper at $48.95, the 1100 MultiSport™ at $48.95, the gel-padded 0800 Pro Team Roper with Gel at $30.95, and the youth-sized 0900 Junior Roper at $9.95. The collection is described as "built tough and for optimal grip," tailored specifically for ropers and western riders.
How to choose and buy SSG gloves
SSG tests its materials and uses what it calls "the finest factories to ensure a perfect fit and quality that lasts," then backs each glove with a warranty, FAQ, and shipping policy. Riders can shop the full catalog of 50-plus styles online at ssgridinggloves.com, browsing by category — Show, Winter, Summer, Work, Youth, and Western — or by best-sellers. The site also accepts sponsorship requests from competitive riders and provides a contact form for sizing and product questions.
Who is SSG Gloves — and what's the founding story?
Per SSG Gloves: Ed James started SSG Gloves 25 years ago to serve the unique needs of the harness horse driver. An owner of harness horses for over 30 years, Ed says drivers started telling him they needed better gloves.
Per the company: "You have to listen to what the customers want, and then you have to provide it for them. Listening to what the drivers were saying lead to the development of the first gloves we ever sold. They needed a glove that would keep their hands warm but with out any bulk. They need flexibility."
That first glove's success spawned sustained demand. SSG now offers more than 60 styles for show jumping, dressage, all event shows, eventing, rodeo, polo, plus general work gloves. SSG is an international company with retailers in U.S., Canada, Ireland, U.K., Europe, Australia.
What are the best SSG gloves for warm weather?
Per SSG, four warm-weather options:
SSG® ALL WEATHER® (Style 8600) — most popular All Weather glove worldwide. Aquasuede Plus® palm; durable, breathable, good grip wet or dry; elasticized back; hook-and-loop wrist; machine washable. 18 colors; sizes Childs 4/5 through Mens XLarge 11/12.
SSG® DIGITAL® (Style 2100) — DigiGrip™ Square Groove Technology. Per the company: "part of Eric Lamaze's rise to success." Digital pattern for increased grip and wear; machine washable.
SSG® HYBRID™ (Style 4200) — premium cabretta leather back + Aquasuede® palm. Best of both worlds: appearance, grip, durability.
SSG® TECHNICAL™ (Style 8500) — Coolmax lycra back + Aquasuede® palm. Improved fit, flexibility, moisture management for warm weather.
What about the SSG ALL WEATHER glove for barrel racing?
Per SSG: the Original SSG® ALL WEATHER® (Style 8600) is suited for schooling, show jumping, hacking, barrel racing, carriage driving, race riding or driving. Specs:
Aquasuede Plus® Palm — durable, breathable, good grip wet or dry
Elasticized back for cool comfortable fit
Hook and loop wrist closure
Machine washable, air dry
Sizes: Childs 4/5, Ladies S 5/6, Ladies Univ. 7/8, Mens Univ. 8/9, Mens Large 10, Mens XLarge 11/12 (Black only). 18 colors including Black, White, Burgundy, Brown, Zebra, Neon Green, Purple, Stars & Stripes, Yellow, Red, Hot Pink, Teal, Royal, Green, Leopard, Navy, Horseshoe, Pink Leopard.
What are the cold-weather SSG options?
Per SSG, four cold-weather options:
SSG® POLARTEC® ALL SPORT™ (Style 6500) — for cool weather. Polartec® Powerstretch®; warm + flexible; wicks moisture; silicon palm print for grip; machine washable cool water. Color: Black; Unisex sizes XXS 5/6 through Large 11/12.
PRO SHOW® WINTER (Style 4300) — most popular indoor or outdoor for cold weather. Leather with Thinsulate® lining; knit cuff; spandex gusset. Color: Black with Black Knitted Cuff.
RANCHER™ Winter Lined (Style 1650) — for colder weather. North American deerskin, butter-soft feel; exclusive blue plaid polar fleece lining; gun cut finger treatment; elasticized wrist. Colors: Natural, Black.
SSG® 10 BELOW® Waterproof (Style 6400) — for coldest weather. Proven Waterproof; Thinsulate + SSG Polar Fleece lining; Digital Palm; Stretch Knit Back. 4 layers of warmth!
Are SSG gloves available in specialty disciplines beyond riding?
Per SSG: yes. SSG carries Dressage, Endurance, Hunter and Jumping, Polo, and more specialty riding gloves. The full discipline-specific catalog is on the SSG website.
What about the DIGITAL® and the Eric Lamaze connection?
Per SSG: SSG® DIGITAL® (Style 2100) uses DigiGrip™ Square Groove Technology. Per the company: this technology was "part of Eric Lamaze's rise to success." The digital pattern increases grip and wear. Machine washable. Available in Black, Brown (sizes 5–11), Navy/White (6–10), Camel (5–10).
Where can I find SSG gloves — and what retail partners carry them?
Per SSG: many tack stores and horse catalogs carry SSG Riding Gloves, including DoverSaddlery, SmartPakEquine, JeffersEquine, and more. Retailers worldwide: U.S., Canada, Ireland, U.K., Europe, Australia.
How do I contact SSG Gloves directly?
Per SSG Riding Gloves:
Address: P.O. Box 377, North Boston, New York 14110
Pricing varies by glove style, size, and dealer; pricing as quoted is subject to change due to economic factors and material-market conditions — confirm current pricing with SSG or your dealer when ordering.
Who founded SSG Riding Gloves and why?
Ed (Edward) James founded SSG more than 30 years ago. A longtime owner of harness horses, he started the company after drivers told him they needed better gloves. He worked directly with harness-horse drivers and jockeys to develop racing gloves that succeeded immediately, then expanded the line across all riding disciplines based on rider feedback.
How many glove styles does SSG offer?
SSG offers more than 50 styles. The catalog spans hunter/jumper, dressage, eventing, polo, carriage driving, show, racing, roping, and pleasure riding, with both warm-weather and cold-weather options and sizing that runs from children's through adult.
What is the SSG Digital glove and how much does it cost?
The 2100 SSG Digital is one of SSG's best-selling gloves and retails at $48.95. It uses the company's trademarked DIGITAL palm material, which SSG describes as 'the ultimate in feel, grip, breathability and finally, durability.' It is a popular all-around choice for everyday riding and the show ring.
What is the SSG Hybrid glove made of?
The 4200 SSG Hybrid retails at $50.95 and combines a premium leather back with an Aquasuede Plus palm. This pairing gives the durability and classic look of leather on the back of the hand with a soft, sweat-absorbing, washable palm for grip and comfort in the reins.
Are SSG synthetic gloves washable?
Yes. SSG's synthetic gloves are washable and colorfast, and they are generally more comfortable, flexible, and durable than leather. Importantly for riders, they retain their flexibility after being exposed to wet and damp conditions, so they don't stiffen up like some leather gloves do.
What materials does SSG use in its gloves?
SSG develops and trademarks several proprietary materials, including DIGITAL, AQUASUEDE and AQUASUEDE PLUS, THINSULATE for insulation, KEVLAR for strength, LYCRA, Spandex, Neoprene, silk, and the exclusive AQUATACK palm. The company also makes leather gloves from deerskin, sheepskin, cowhide, pigskin, and goatskin.
Does SSG make gloves for cold weather?
Yes. SSG offers a dedicated cold-weather and winter line, including styles that use THINSULATE insulation, which the company calls 'the warmest thin glove insulation available, even in damp conditions.' Western riders can also choose the 1650 Winter Rancher, priced at $72.95.
What gloves does SSG recommend for roping and western riding?
SSG's western collection is described as 'built tough and for optimal grip' for ropers and western riders. Options include the 1600 The Rancher ($66.95), the 1000 Team Roper ($48.95), the 0400 Blue Streak ($60.95), the 1100 MultiSport ($48.95), and the gel-padded 0800 Pro Team Roper with Gel ($30.95).
Is there an SSG glove for kids?
Yes. SSG sizes its line from children's through adult and offers youth-specific styles. The western line includes the 0900 Junior Roper at $9.95, an affordable entry point for young ropers and riders, and the broader catalog has children's gloves across disciplines.
What is the SSG All Weather glove?
The 8600 All Weather is a best-selling style starting from $32.95. As the name suggests, it is designed to provide protection and grip across a variety of weather conditions, making it a versatile, budget-friendly choice for riders who school year-round.
What is AQUASUEDE PLUS?
AQUASUEDE and AQUASUEDE PLUS are SSG's trademarked palm materials, described by the company as a 'soft, colour-fast, sweat absorbing palm' that is breathable, comfortable, durable, and washable. The Plus version is used on premium gloves such as the 4200 Hybrid for added grip and moisture management.
How does SSG ensure quality and fit?
SSG says it tests its materials and uses 'the finest factories to ensure a perfect fit and quality that lasts.' The brand emphasizes high quality, superior fit, and excellent workmanship in every glove, refining its products through decades of feedback from professional riders, drivers, and jockeys.
Does SSG offer a warranty?
Yes. The SSG website provides a Warranty page along with an FAQ and a Shipping Policy, so buyers can review coverage and return details before purchasing. Specific terms are listed on the company's warranty page at ssgridinggloves.com.
Can competitive riders get sponsored by SSG?
Yes. SSG accepts sponsorship requests through its website and has a dedicated Sponsorship Requests page. The brand has long ties to competitive and professional riders, drivers, and jockeys, dating back to its founding in the harness-racing world.
What are SSG's top best-selling gloves?
SSG's best-sellers include the 2100 SSG Digital ($48.95), the 2200 Soft Touch ($48.95), the 8600 All Weather (from $32.95), the 4200 SSG Hybrid ($50.95), and the 8500 Technical ($40.95). These cover the most common needs for show, schooling, and all-weather riding.
How do I buy SSG Riding Gloves?
SSG gloves are sold online at ssgridinggloves.com, where you can browse by category — Show, Winter, Summer, Work, Youth, and Western — or by best-sellers. The site offers a customer account/login, a contact form for sizing and product questions, and detailed shipping and warranty information. SSG gloves are also carried by many tack retailers.
Are SSG gloves good for barrel racing and fast western events?
SSG's western line is engineered for the grip and toughness that fast, hands-on events demand, with styles 'built tough and for optimal grip' for ropers and western riders. Grip-focused options like the 1000 Team Roper and the gel-padded 0800 Pro Team Roper with Gel help maintain secure rein and rope contact, while washable synthetic materials stay flexible in heat and sweat.
