Ovation Reviews

Ovation has an overall rating of 3.5 based on 30 reviews. Customer feedback on Ovation is mixed: Ovation reviewers highlight positive aspects like knowledgeable instructors, supportive community, flexible scheduling, and engaging lessons, which strongly appeal to beginner to intermediate riders, horse enthusiasts, and individuals seeking personal development through riding. However, Ovation is often criticized for its limited class availability, higher pricing compared to competitors, occasional scheduling conflicts, and lack of advanced training options.

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All Ovation Reviews (30)
Ryan_ringrose00
May 16, 2026
"Decent for the price, honestly"
I ordered from ovationriding.com because the prices seemed reasonable compared to a few other riding sites I was looking at. The item I got was fine and did what I needed it to do, but it didn’t feel like some amazing deal or anything.
Shipping was okay too, just not especially quick. For the money, I think it’s decent, but I was expecting the quality to be a little better. Not a bad experience, just kind of average overall...
johnmontgomery5286
May 09, 2026
"I had to swap my riding pants..."
I had to swap my riding pants for a different size and expected it to be a bit of a hassle, but it was super easy. The return instructions were clear, there were no weird extra fees, and the replacement pair showed up faster than I thought it would. Really pleasantly surprised with how smooth the whole thing was.
Lois-kendig
May 03, 2026
"Great grip, but don’t underestimate how much that matters"
I picked these up for riding and they’ve been great so far. The grip feels really solid, even when my hands start getting a little sweaty, and I definitely feel more in control. I’ve used them a few times now and haven’t had any slipping or weird uncomfortable feel. Just a heads up though, if you’re used to riding with cheaper or worn-out grips, you’ll probably notice the difference right away, don’t wait until your hands start slipping to upgrade. These are simple, but they do the job really well
doris_Mckenzie80
May 02, 2026
"Took forever to feel decent"
The boots look good, I’ll give them that. I don’t remember every little detail from the first few rides, but I definitely remember how stiff they felt and how much they rubbed. I expected a break-in period, sure, but this felt way more painful than I was hoping for. They did get a little better, I think, but not enough for me to be excited about buying them again.
KathleenKemp_66
April 22, 2026
"Still going strong after a year"
I bought a pair of riding boots from ovationriding.com about a year ago, they’ve held up better than I thought they would. I ride a few times a week, so they’ve been through mud, rain, barn dust, and one oddly specific day where I remember getting hay stuck in the buckle and finding it hours later in my car.
The only reason I’d knock them down a bit is that the zipper feels a little stiff now, but it hasn’t broken or caused any real problems. For the price, they’ve been a solid buy
eduardo_Conklin95
April 20, 2026
"Good leather, but the stitching isn’t as polished as they make it sound"
I ordered a pair of riding boots from ovationriding.com, and to be fair, they arrived without any shipping drama. Box was fine, boots were fine, nothing weird there.

The leather actually feels decent, not that stiff cheap stuff, but the workmanship is where I started side-eyeing it a bit. The website has that usual polished brand language that makes everything sound flawless, but some of the stitching near the zipper was uneven, and after a few rides I noticed a tiny loose thread on one seam.

They’re still comfortable and totally usable, so I’m not angry about it. I just think for the price, the finish should’ve been cleaner. Not terrible, not amazing, 3 stars feels about right.
heatherelsea1086
April 17, 2026
"I ordered a pair of breeches from ovationriding.com..."
I ordered a pair of breeches from ovationriding.com after a friend recommended checking out their size chart, and it actually worked well. The waist and length were right for me, though they were a little snug around the calf. Not enough to size up, though, I’d probably order the same size again. Shipping was totally fine too, nothing over the top but no issues.
hello_craig060
April 08, 2026
"I was a little disappointed with the..."
I was a little disappointed with the pricing. Everything felt a bit more expensive than I expected, and the promo deal didn’t really turn out to be as good as it sounded. The checkout discount was confusing too, so I left feeling kind of misled. I’d appreciate an apology or at least some clarity on how the discount was supposed to work. Probably won’t be rushing back anytime soon...
james.Geralds
April 06, 2026
"Overall, it’s okay for the price, but I..."
Overall, it’s okay for the price, but I wouldn’t say the quality is amazing. The stitching feels a little weak to me, if that makes sense, so I’m not sure how well it’ll hold up over time...
juan-Watson
March 26, 2026
"Shipping seems quick"
My order showed up sooner than I expected, which was a nice surprise. Based on this one order, they seem like they’re good about getting things shipped out fast.
AmyBergeron
March 23, 2026
"At least support replied fast"
I was kind of annoyed having to reach out in the first place, but to their credit, support got back to me quickly. They answered my question and helped me get it sorted without dragging it out forever, which was a relief.
michael_Walker99
March 11, 2026
"I was able to find the items I..."
I was able to find the items I was looking for, so that part was fine. But the pages loaded slowly, like maybe site speed hasn’t really been a priority lately. It worked in the end, just wasn’t the smoothest experience.
steve_Ahmad79
February 28, 2026
"I’m annoyed with this. The..."
I’m annoyed with this. The second it started raining, water got through way faster than I expected. I wasn’t even out in it that long, and it already felt like it couldn’t handle wet weather at all. Definitely not great if you’re hoping to stay dry.
DianaMorris
January 26, 2026
"Box showed up beat up"
The box was in rough shape when it got here, packaging was all banged up
leslie_Blanton71
January 25, 2026
"Fits well and actually stays cool"
I got this helmet from ovationriding.com, i’m really happy with it. It fit right away, like not too snug, but it also doesn’t shift around when I’m riding. I wore it on a warm day too, and the airflow was way better than my old helmet. My head didn’t feel all sweaty after 10 minutes, which was a nice surprise. Yeah, easy 5 stars from me.
Tommy_oslund71
January 19, 2026
"Looks okay, just not my favorite lol"
The styles are nice overall, but the colors felt a little plain to me lol. Not bad, just not really my favorite.
JohnJacoby_01
January 10, 2026
"Didn’t feel totally safe"
The helmet fit fine, well, mostly fine, but the straps felt kind of flimsy to me. I wore it for a ride and just didn’t feel as protected as I’d like.
GRAFF
December 14, 2025
"Great for longer rides"
Picked these up for longer rides, and they’ve been super comfortable so far. My feet didn’t feel sore afterward, and there wasn’t any weird rubbing or break-in period. Fit feels good, i’d buy them again.
Krista_honeycutt93
December 08, 2025
"Got "exactly" what I ordered"
Everything showed up just right. My order was "spot on" and exactly what I expected.

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