Dubarry Launches a New Boot in the US... and a Contest too!

For months I've been looking forward to attending the Rolex Kentucky 3-Day Event in Lexington, KY... especially because Dubarry is launching a new boot AND sponsoring the $20,000 Dubarry Nations Team Challenge. Dubarry unveiled the Longford boot at last year's RK3DE, and this year the lovely Roscommon boot makes its American debut at the event. Like all of Dubarry's country boots, the Roscommon is completely Gore-tex lined and thus breathable yet totally waterproof. Made with Dubarry's trademark DryFast-DrySoft leathers, the Roscommon is a short (24cm tall) boot that will make an indispensable addition to any Spring wardrobe. They're so easy to throw on that I see myself leaving them by the front door for early morning dog walks or hikes along the beach. They are available in USW sizes 5 to 11.5, and are priced at $349.

If you think you absolutely need a pair, Dubarry has partnered with Eventing Nation on a "Pin it to Win It" Pinterest contest. Entries are accepted until April 18th, so put together your ultimate Dubarry outfit for RK3DE and get pinning! Each day of the event, judges will select an outfit from the entry pool to be featured. The one final winning entry will receive either a pair of the new Roscommon boots, or a pair of the Kerry boot (for men). CLICK HERE FOR MORE DETAILS, or go on Dubarry of Ireland's Facebook page. 

Going to RK3DE every year is one of my favorite parts of working for this awesome brand, and trust me, this year is going to be the best one yet. Follow us on Instagram @dubarryofireland and Twitter @dubarry_com to keep up with our contests and various shenanigans in Lexington.

Proudly Introducing: the DUBARRY Longford Boot!

As a longtime friend of the Dubarry team, I am honored and privileged to help give their newest boot a proper US debut. The Longford boot has all of the classic Dubarry elements as the Galway boot, but with a sleeker silhouette and some beautiful new detailing. A double buckle adorns the top, with the signature Dubarry script logo subtly embossed into the smooth leather. The boots, in true Dubarry form, are made in Europe of Dubarry's DryFast-DrySoft™leather and fully lined with GORE-TEX® from bottom to top, making them completely waterproof but also lightweight and breathable. The Black and Walnut color options (shown below) will initially be offered in European sizes 37 to 43 (up to USW 11.5, USM 10) and will retail at $529. Apart from the obvious practical appeal, the boots are simply beautiful.

Dubarry LONGFORD boot in Black.

Dubarry LONGFORD boot in Walnut.

Nothing better embodies the spirit of the Dappled Waistcoat more than Dubarry boots: they are hard wearing, well crafted, but still effortlessly stylish and timeless. I've been steadily wearing Dubarry Galway boots since 2005, and from October through March you really won't see me in anything else. This year they kept me dry through Hurricane Sandy and helped me shovel my driveway out of snow three feet deep during the crazy blizzard in February. Oh, and a little trade secret.... my boots have lasted so long because I take proper care of them! I hose them down if they get muddy or dirty and let them air dry, and I regularly apply Dubarry Leather Cream to the foot part so they don't dry out.

A rainy Galway day in February, paired with black motorcycle jeans and a North Face parka.

For those of you lucky folks who will be attending Rolex Kentucky this year, a limited number of Longford boots will be available for sale at the show, so absolutely stop by the booth and slip a pair on. By the looks of them, you won't want to take them off......... ever. If you're an Instagram user, tag any Dubarry related photos #dubarry #dubarryboots #rk3de #roadtorolex2013 @dubarryofireland @rolexkentucky, and if you want to make me envious you can tag me @aezeum!

As for the rest of us, Dubarry is running an exciting social media contest through the Rolex Event in which one US resident can WIN a pair of Longfords and thereby increase their quality of life a hundredfold. Click here or on the image below for details on the competition!

I may have to wait until the Hampton Classic Horse Show this year to get my hands on a pair, but please believe I will -- in Black -- and I'll spam photos of them on Instagram to make you all insanely jealous until you can't help but get a pair of your own. I dare you to beat me to the punch!