SSG Riding Gloves — gloves for every discipline, from barn chores to the show pen

SSG Riding Gloves For Every Riding Discipline!

SSG Riding Gloves has a variety of gloves sure to match your individual needs.

Need riding gloves designed by listening to harness drivers for 25 years?

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SSG Riding Gloves has a variety of gloves sure to match your individual needs.

About Our Company

Ed James started SSG 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 to what the drivers were saying led to the development of the first gloves we ever sold.

They needed a glove that would keep their hands warm, but without 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 an international company with retailers around the world including the 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 • Cold water washable, air dry Sizes: Childs 4/5, Ladies S 5/6, Ladies Univ. 7/8, Mens Univ. 8/9, Mens Large 10.

SSG riding gloves — the full line, show ring to barn chores — Sixty-plus styles, one job: let the rider feel the horse.

A Glove Engineered For Every Way You Ride

The SSG line is built around a simple idea: a riding glove should match the discipline, the weather, and the hand wearing it. That is why the catalog runs to dozens of distinct styles, organized so a rider can shop by exactly how they ride. There are dedicated families for show gloves, warm-weather gloves, cold-weather gloves, leather gloves, synthetic-fiber gloves, children’s gloves, western and ranch gloves, specialty roping and polo gloves, work and lunging gloves, plus a small line of equestrian eyewear.

Whether the goal is a featherweight summer schooling glove, a touchscreen-friendly glove, or an insulated winter glove for early-morning barn chores, there is an SSG cut and material combination built for it.

Rider in a black show coat holding the rein of a dappled grey horse in a plain snaffle bridle — One rider, one rein, one glove — the contact every SSG style is designed around.

The Best-Sellers, And What Each One Is Built To Do
SSG’s three top-selling models cover most riders. The 2100 SSG Digital is the brand’s most popular competition glove, pairing the proprietary Digital palm for class-leading grip and wear with Ultraflex venting for breathability, in unisex sizing. The 2200 Soft Touch is the show-jumping and dressage favorite, a breathable, sweat-resistant fabric glove prized for feel and a clean look in the ring.

The 8600 All Weather, anchored by the Aquasuede Plus palm, delivers dependable grip wet or dry, an elasticized back for a cool fit, and a hook-and-loop wrist closure. Rounding out the line, the 4200 Hybrid combines a premium cabretta-leather back with an Aquasuede Plus palm and key-area reinforcement, while the 8500 Technical adds a Coolmax Lycra back for moisture management in warmer weather. For winter, the 4300 Pro Show Winter and the 2250 Soft Touch Lined keep hands warm on long rides without the bulk that kills rein feel.

2100 SSG Digital®

The Materials That Make The Difference

SSG sources leathers and technical fabrics specifically for how a rider’s hands work with the reins. The leather range includes drum-dyed top-quality leather plus farm-raised deerskin, sheepskin, cowhide, pigskin, and color-fast goatskin used in top-grade show gloves that break in like a second skin. On the synthetic side, washable color-fast fabrics hold their flexibility even after getting wet, where leather can stiffen.

Grip is handled by proprietary palms: the Digital palm for ultimate feel and durability, Aquasuede and Aquasuede Plus for a sweat-absorbing, washable, all-weather rein grip, plus Aquatack and Aquaglove options. Cold-weather warmth comes from natural and technical insulators including silk lining, polar fleece, Thinsulate, neoprene, and even Kevlar in select reinforced styles, with Lycra and Coolmax used for ventilation and stretch.

Close-up of a black leather SSG riding glove with stitched knuckle detail resting on a chestnut horse’s neck — Leather close up: stitched knuckles, perforated fingers, a snap tab at the wrist.

Built On Listening To Riders Since The Beginning

Founder Edward James launched SSG more than 30 years ago out of a passion for horse racing, developing his first gloves directly from what harness drivers and jockeys told him they needed: warmth without bulk, and flexibility for true rein feel. That habit of listening to working riders and equine professionals shaped every style that followed, expanding the line across hunter/jumper, race riding and driving, dressage, carriage driving, western, roping, pleasure riding, eventing, and polo.

Today SSG describes itself as the most complete equestrian glove line on the market, sold through retailers across the U.S., Canada, Ireland, the U.K., Europe, and Australia.

Care, Sizing And Buying With Confidence
Most SSG synthetic gloves are cold-water washable and air dry, holding their shape and flexibility without shrinking. SSG publishes a detailed size chart spanning children’s through men’s universal and large sizes so riders can match their hand measurement to the right fit before ordering. Online orders ship in new condition with tracking, and SSG offers free ground shipping on orders over $99 within the Lower 48 U.S. states and Canada. Every pair is warranted for 60 days after purchase against defects in material and workmanship, reflecting the construction standards the brand has held to since its first glove.

What sets SSG apart

Thirty years of asking riders what their hands actually need — then building it.

More than thirty years ago, a passion for horse racing led Edward James to start the company. He listened to his drivers and jockeys, built gloves for what they were actually doing with their hands, and the gloves were an instant success. That habit — ask the rider first, then build the glove — is why the range runs past fifty styles today instead of a handful of best-sellers.

Over 50 styles, sorted by how you ride — SSG offers the widest range of equestrian glove styles on the market today, grouped by discipline and by weather rather than by color.
Palm technologies they developed themselves — Aquasuede Plus®, Digital®, Aquatack® and the reinlock™ pebble palm are SSG’s own, not bought-in fabric with a label sewn on.
Grip that does not quit when it rains — Aquasuede Plus® gives excellent rein grip in all weather, is washable, will not shrink after washing and will not stiffen as it dries. SSG rates it to wear better than leather.
Warmth without losing the rein — The winter range runs from a silk liner you slip under your own gloves to a waterproof membrane with Thinsulate® and polar fleece — built so the contact survives the insulation.
Sizes from a small child to a men’s 13 — Children’s sizes start at 2/3 and the range runs through ladies’ and men’s fittings, so a lesson barn can put the same glove on every rider in it.
Backed for 60 days — Every pair is warranted for 60 days from purchase against defects in material and workmanship.

It is why the same brand turns up on a jockey, a grand prix rider and a teenager mucking out in February.

Rider in a teal show coat holding the reins of a bay horse in an English bridle at a show ground — Sixty-plus styles, one job: let the rider feel the horse.

New & Notable From SSG

SSG keeps the line moving. The new Reflect 24™ (Style 2186) is a hi-viz reflective safety glove, available in Black, Grey and Rose — built for road riding, dawn schooling, and low-light barn chores where being seen matters.

Newest of all is the eyewear line: the 6693 Sport Goggles arrived in summer 2026 with clear, smoke, and Revo lens options, joining riding and driving glasses in a growing eye-protection line.

Among the classics, the 2200 Soft Touch™ remains one of SSG’s five best-selling styles for show jumping, dressage, or everyday wear — and the lined 2250 version carries the same refined fit into winter.

Western riders get equal attention: the leather 1600 The Rancher™ and its lined winter twin stand up to rope, fence, and everyday ranch work, while SSG’s silk and ceramic glove liners let any favorite pair go colder.

The Pro Show Line: Ring-Ready Leather

For riders who want leather in the show ring, SSG’s Pro Show family covers every preference: the 4000 Pro Show™ Goatskin in top-grade, second-skin goatskin; the 4400 Pro Show Classic; the 4500 Pro Show Deerskin in soft, breathable farm-raised deerskin; and the lined 4300 Pro Show® Winter for cold-season shows.

4000 SSG Pro Show goatskin show gloves in brown, a pair on white

4000 Pro Show® Goatskin

A classic leather show glove

100% goatskin palm and back — top-grade leather show glove
Spandex gussets between the fingers
Key-area reinforcement; thin, soft and flexible
Youth and adult sizes from size 2 up

4400 SSG Pro Show Classic goatskin glove in black

4400 Pro Show Classic

All-purpose and showing

Color-fast cabretta leather — SSG says it feels like a second skin
Key-area reinforcement
Hook-and-loop tab wrist closure
Youth and adult sizes

4500 Pro Show Deerskin

Butter-soft farm-raised deerskin

100% drum-dyed deerskin, palm and back
Farm-raised deerskin for soft texture, chafe resistance and breathability
Key-area reinforcement with a hook-and-loop wrist closure
As leather is a natural product, slight color variation is normal

4300 SSG Pro Show Winter leather gloves with knit cuffs and Thinsulate lining

4300 Pro Show® Winter

SSG’s most popular Thinsulate™-lined leather glove

Goatskin shell with 40g Thinsulate® lining for warmth
Knit cuff to seal out cold air
Spandex gusset for a comfortable fit
Slip-on style; youth and adult sizes

Dressage rider in a black shadbelly and white breeches wearing a white SSG glove on a double bridle rein — White gloves, brass buttons, a double bridle — Pro Show turnout as the judge sees it.

SSG show glove holding double reins — dressage rein contact close-up

Grand prix show jumper clearing a fence wearing SSG gloves

Leather runs deep in this catalog: the 1800 Deerskin Carriage/Trail Roper — shown here in three classic hides — is the same farm-raised deerskin craft that anchors the Pro Show line.

All Weather®: One Glove, Eighteen Colors
SSG bills the 8600 All Weather® as its number-one best seller, and the color wall proves why riders make it personal — eighteen colors from classic black to hot pink, zebra, and pink leopard, all with the same Aquasuede Plus® palm and cold-water-washable practicality.

The SSG 8600 All Weather collection color range — eighteen glove colors

Rider wearing hot pink SSG 8600 All Weather gloves

Synthetic Performance, Engineered
The synthetic collection is where SSG’s material engineering shows. The 8500 Technical™ delivers superior grip wet or dry; the 4200 SSG® Hybrid® blends leather feel with synthetic flexibility; and for the hottest schooling days, the 8200 Cool Tech Open Air™ is the coolest glove SSG makes — ventilated and totally technology compatible.

SSG synthetic riding gloves collection — engineered grip in every condition

Shop SSG Riding Gloves

Three ways to buy

Order online at ssgridinggloves.com

Call the SSG order desk — Mon–Fri, 9 am–5 pm ET

Or try on a pair at an authorized SSG tack dealer near you.

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The Solution Section (FAQ)

What does SSG Riding Gloves offer?

Working with suppliers around the world, SSG builds one of the most complete equestrian glove lines available — more than 60 styles engineered for show jumping, dressage, eventing, western and rodeo events, polo, driving, and everyday schooling.

How did SSG Riding Gloves get started?

Founder Edward James started SSG more than 30 years ago out of his passion for horse racing, first building gloves for harness drivers and jockeys who needed warmth, grip, and rein feel in one glove. From there SSG grew style by style to serve riders in every discipline.

What makes SSG riding gloves different from ordinary horse-riding gloves?

SSG develops every glove by listening to the drivers, jockeys, and riders who wear them daily, then sourcing high-quality natural and synthetic materials from partner factories worldwide. The result is a discipline-specific catalog where superior fit, grip technology, and workmanship come first — gloves built as real riding equipment, not generic handwear.

What are SSG’s best-selling riding gloves, and which discipline is each best for?

SSG’s most popular styles include the 2100 SSG® Digital®, the 2200 Soft Touch™, the 8600 All Weather®, the 4200 SSG® Hybrid®, and the 8500 Technical™. The 8600 All Weather® is the go-to all-purpose schooling and show glove, the 2100 Digital® and 2200 Soft Touch™ are hunter/jumper and dressage favorites, and the 4200 Hybrid® and 8500 Technical™ suit riders who want leather feel with synthetic flexibility.

Are SSG riding gloves touchscreen compatible so I can use my phone in the saddle?

SSG’s touchscreen-friendly styles are the 6400 10 Below™ TSF (TSF stands for Touch Screen Friendly) and the 8200 Cool Tech Open Air™, which SSG describes as totally technology compatible — excellent for texting. The popular 2100 SSG® Digital® is named for its Digital grip palm, not touchscreen use. SSG plans to add touchscreen capability to the redesigned 6500 Polartec® All Sport™ this winter.

What is the SSG Digital palm and why is it on the best-selling glove?

Digital® is SSG’s proprietary grip technology — a textured palm pattern engineered for the best combination of feel, grip, breathability, and durability in the industry. It is the reason the 2100 SSG® Digital® is the brand’s most popular competition glove; the name refers to the grip palm, not to phone-screen compatibility.

How do I choose the right size in SSG riding gloves?

Measure in inches around the knuckles of your dominant hand, then match the measurement to the SSG size chart. Children’s sizes run 2/3 through 6/7, ladies' 5/6 through 8, and men’s 8 through 13, with Gripper styles sized XXS/4 through XL/9. A riding glove should fit snugly without bunching to preserve rein feel — and note that not all gloves are available in all sizes.

How should I wash and care for SSG riding gloves?

SSG’s synthetic styles, including the 8600 All Weather®, are cold-water washable and made to air dry — they are color-fast, will not shrink, and will not stiffen when dry. Never use bleach or a clothes dryer, as either voids the warranty. Leather and deerskin gloves should not be washed; condition them instead.

Which SSG gloves are best for cold-weather and winter riding?

SSG was founded on warmth without bulk, and its winter range shows it. Top cold-weather picks include the heavily insulated 6400 10 Below™ TSF, the 4300 Pro Show® Winter, the 9000 All Weather® Lined, and the 6500 Polartec® All Sport™, alongside lined ranch and trail styles. Linings range from natural silk to Thinsulate™, the warmest thin insulation SSG offers, so hands stay warm without losing rein feel.

Which SSG riding gloves are best for warm-weather and summer schooling?

For hot, humid riding, the 8200 Cool Tech Open Air™ is SSG’s coolest glove — ventilated, technology compatible, and cool-water hand washable. The 8500 Technical™ adds a stretch mesh back with the Aquasuede Plus® palm for moisture management, and the 8600 All Weather® remains a summer favorite with a palm that grips wet or dry and an elasticized back for a cool, comfortable fit.

What leather options does SSG offer, and how do they differ?

SSG uses top-quality drum-dyed leathers that are thin and supple. Farm-raised deerskin is soft, durable, chafe-resistant, and breathable; sheepskin gives an excellent feel of the reins; cowhide is extremely durable yet easy to break in; pigskin is supple and porous; and color-fast goatskin in top-grade show gloves wears in like a second skin. Because leather is natural, slight color variation is normal — and SSG does not recommend washing leather gloves.

What grip palm technologies besides Digital does SSG use?

SSG’s signature synthetic palm is Aquasuede Plus® — soft, color-fast, and sweat-absorbing, it grips wet or dry, washes without shrinking, and wears better than leather. It appears on top sellers like the 8600 All Weather®, 4200 Hybrid®, and 8500 Technical™. These engineered palms are the heart of SSG’s promise: consistent rein contact in any weather.

Does SSG cover western, roping, ranch, and barrel racing riders too?

Absolutely. Alongside its English and driving lines, SSG offers dedicated western and work collections — team roper styles, Ride 'N Ranch and Rancher gloves, and lightweight summer grippers for fast events like barrel racing. Because roping and lunging stress a glove beyond normal riding, SSG recommends choosing the style built for the job.

Where can I buy SSG riding gloves — online or at a local tack shop?

Both. SSG gloves are carried by authorized tack dealers, and you can order the full current range directly at ssgridinggloves.com, with shipping across the USA and Canada and global orders arranged by contacting SSG. To order by phone, call the SSG order desk at 1-800-561-8017, Monday through Friday, 9 am to 5 pm Eastern.

Does SSG offer a warranty, and how do shipping and returns work?

SSG gloves are warranted for 60 days after purchase against defects in material and workmanship, with replacements handled through the original place of purchase. Direct orders ship free over $99.99 in the Lower 48 US states and Canada ($10 flat below that), and unused gloves in original packaging can be returned within 30 days — sale and clearance items are final. Bleach, clothes dryers, and abuse such as lunging fall outside warranty coverage.

Why are gloves considered important riding tack rather than an afterthought?

Gloves are the rider’s direct connection to the horse. The right grip palm keeps rein contact precise and consistent while protecting hands from rein burn, blisters, and cold. SSG was built on exactly that insight — harness drivers telling Edward James they needed a better glove — and the brand has carried it into every discipline since: a glove matched to your riding is performance equipment, not an accessory.

Which SSG gloves are best for barn chores, farm work, and ranch durability?

SSG builds a dedicated work-glove range because riding is not the only part of owning a horse. Leather styles like the 1600 The Rancher™ and the Ride 'N Ranch line handle rope, fence repair, hay, and daily barn chores, with lined winter versions for cold-morning feeding. They pair working durability with the same fit standards as SSG’s riding line.

Does SSG make hi-viz or reflective gloves for road and low-light riding?

Yes. The SSG Reflect 24™ (Style 2186) is a hi-viz reflective safety glove available in Black, Grey, and Rose. It is designed for riders who hack on roads, school at dawn or dusk, or do barn chores in low light — adding hand-signal visibility without giving up rein feel.

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