Just bought a pair of Oiled Gaene's (thanks to everyone for the advice on getting them). not had chance to ride in them yet but so far a gaene 42 is a hell of alot smaller than a hebo 42! the thick socks are of no use anymore!

however, being as I spent a small fortune on them, whats the best way to look after them and keep them waterproof?

Any tips much appreciated!

All the best

Tom

i get the proper gearne protection 'creme' from rathmells its

as paul said, but we also use Neatsfoot oil on them. You can get it from any equestrian shop.

Neatsfoot oil is the best on all leather boots, just apply it with a brush and let it soak in. I have been using it for 30 years, forget your creams or dubbing.

Edited March 20, 200917 yr by rontheyank

I ruined a pair of Gaernes (natural finish ) using neatsfoot oil - I got carried away with the application and eventually it rotted the leather - should be ok on chromed leather.

I ruined a pair of Gaernes (natural finish ) using neatsfoot oil - I got carried away with the application and eventually it rotted the leather - should be ok on chromed leather.

Hi Guy's.

I use a saddle oil, any saddlery dressing should be Ok, as it does not rot Harness , or saddles, and they have a much harsher life.

Regard's Charlie.

my gaernes are ten years old, they get power washed after every wet/ mucky trial and just left if the trial was dry only twice put dubbing on them .. there still good to go

Neatsfoot oil is the best on all leather boots, just apply it with a brush and let it soak in. I have been using it for 30 years, forget your creams or dubbing.

I reckon it's more like 33 years .............. Ha Ha !

Snowseal from any walking shop works pretty well. Its also about feeding and conditioning the leather, as much as waterproofing.

Edited March 21, 200917 yr by B40RT