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LeMieux All Elements Robe review *H&H Approved*

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  • Lady wears LeMieux All Elements Robe standing by a tree unzipped, viewed from the front
  • Lady wears LeMieux All Elements Robe in a field, viewed from the front
  • Lady wears LeMieux All Elements Robe in a field, viewed from the side
  • Lady wears LeMieux All Elements Robe in a field, viewed from the back
  • Lady wears LeMieux All Elements Robe in a field with the hood up, viewed from the side
  • Lady wears LeMieux All Elements Robe in a field with the hood up, viewed from the back
  • Lady wears LeMieux All Elements Robe in a field, close up of riding vent viewed from the back
  • Lady wears LeMieux All Elements Robe in a field, showing close up of cuffs
  • Lady wears LeMieux All Elements Robe in a field unzipped, viewed from the front
  • Rider wears LeMieux All Elements riding robe on horse, viewed from the side
  • Rider wears LeMieux All Elements robe on horse, viewed from the back
  • Rider wears LeMieux All Elements robe on horse, viewed from the side
  • LeMieux All Elements Robe on the floor with a close up of air vents inside the coat
  • LeMieux All Elements Robe on the floor with a close up of air vents on the outside of coat

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    • LeMieux All Elements Robe

    Score

    9/10
    • Style:
      9/10
    • Fit:
      9/10
    • Durability:
      9/10
    • Value:
      8/10
    • Performance:
      10/10

    Pros

    • Detachable peaked hood
    • Front and back airflow vents
    • Fleece-lined hand warmer pockets as well as lower zipped pockets
    • Large back riding vent

    Cons

    • Fiddly leg straps
    • Not enough adjustment on the hood

    Price as reviewed:

    £159.95

    LeMieux All Elements Robe

    The LeMieux All Elements Robe has an official waterproof rating of 12,000mm. One of the best riding robes, this coat has performed well in wet and cold conditions. It has a cosy lining and fleece lined arms. It offers a loose fit, and is available in sizes UK 6–18.

    The outer material is durable and easy to wipe clean, which is great if you’ve got dogs or your horse kicks up mud. The design is super smart and does not look out of place away from the yard.

    It offers warmth without being too thick and heavy. It has a detachable hood which is lined, adjustable and peaked so you can get the right fit for you.

    Fit

    I’m 5ft4in and a UK12, but I would normally size up in coats to accommodate layers. However, with the loose fit I opted for a UK 12 and found I still had room for a thicker jumper – although, I haven’t yet needed it with the warm lining.

    Lady wears LeMieux All Elements riding robe side view

    I did find this coat was a little long for me, which meant it did get more dirty around the bottom when I bent down, but the material was easy to wipe clean, so it didn’t bother me too much.

    Features

    The faux fur lining is perfect for crisp mornings and colder evenings, and the peaked hood is lined, which adds to the overall warmth. The cords on the hood slack off with time, which loosens the hood, so I’ve had to knot them to stay where I want them. The peak, however, does a good job at keeping the rain from dripping in my face. There aren’t as many adjustments on the hood as there are on other riding robes I’ve tested, such as the Two Bare Feet riding robe, but the hood does fit over my riding helmet.

    The robe has has front and back air vents, which help to keep you comfortable especially when you are moving around and getting warmer – I think they made a noticeable difference and prevented me from getting too hot.

    Rider wears LeMieux All Elements riding robe on horse side view

    It has one large back riding vent that comes up quite high, which makes it hard to unzip when the coat is on, but offers good coverage when in the saddle. The two-way front zip meant I could get comfortable without being restricted.

    It has elasticated leg straps, but I found them to be fiddly – I couldn’t adjust them with my gloves on, which was disappointing. The lined hand pockets are a welcomed added extra.

    This robe is available in four different colours – I tested the damson colour and I really love it.

    The robe is described as machine washable at 30°C. I haven’t washed it yet, as it’s still looking great even after months of regular wear and I like to avoid unnecessary washing to prolong the waterproofing. I have just been wiping it off when I get muddy, but I will add more notes once I have washed it.

    Verdict

    This is more expensive robe-style coat, but I think it is worth the investment with the extra features. It also looks smart enough to be worn away from the stables. If you are after a durable warm long coat that will keep you protected from the elements – both in and out of the saddle – and your budget allows, this is the coat for you.

    Who tested the LeMieux All Elements Robe?

    I am products editor at Horse & Hound and have been testing products for the last 10 years. I own three horses who are on grass DIY livery, so I am up the yard at least twice a day, doing all the daily jobs of a horse owner and riding up to four times a week.

    I live on Hayling Island, right by the sea, so regularly walk my dogs on the beach. As well as riding and walking the dog, I wore these coats on the school run, running errands in town, camping and endless hours in the field with my horses. To ensure I gave them a thorough test, I purposely went out in very wet weather on a regular basis – you can thank me later.

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