Why Touchscreen-Friendly Gloves Are a Game-Changer for Riders

Smartphones, training apps, smart watches and digital tools have become part of everyday equestrian life — from tracking your hacks to managing yard routines. With this shift, touchscreen horse riding gloves have moved from a “nice extra” to an essential part of a rider’s kit.

But while touchscreen fingertips are becoming more common, few riders realise that the technology in equestrian gloves has been led by specialist innovators rather than the big mainstream brands. And eGLOVE has been at the forefront of that story.

eGLOVE: Pioneers of Touchscreen Riding Gloves Since 201o

Touchscreen gloves might feel modern, but the idea isn’t new to us.

After a few months of development, eGLOVE launched our first sport-specific touchscreen gloves in 2011, long before most brands considered integrating conductive fabrics into performance sportswear. By 2013, we had released one of the very first ranges of touchscreen equestrian gloves, designed specifically for rein feel, durability and smartphone use.

Over more than a decade of innovation, we’ve refined materials, grip patterns and touchscreen responsiveness to ensure riders can use their devices without compromising connection, control or comfort. This heritage is a key reason so many equestrians trust eGLOVE’s touchscreen technology today.

1. Seamless Use of Riding Apps & Smart Devices

Modern equestrians rely on tech more than ever:

• GPS and route tracking

• Training and lesson apps

• Music controls

• Capturing photos and videos

• Messaging clients, liveries or coaches

With touchscreen horse riding gloves, you can do all of this without removing your gloves mid-ride. That means:

• Less distraction

• No cold fingers

• Better focus on your horse

• More consistent rein contact

This convenience transforms how riders interact with their devices.

2. Improved Safety While Riding

Removing gloves — even for a moment — interrupts your rein contact, shifts your focus and exposes your hands to the elements. With touchscreen capability built into the thumb and forefinger, riders can:

• Maintain secure grip

• Make quick adjustments to settings

• Answer calls in an emergency

• Avoid fumbling with gloves in cold or wet conditions

Touchscreen gloves remove unnecessary risks and keep your attention exactly where it belongs.

3. Essential for Busy Yard Life

Touchscreen functionality isn’t only helpful in the saddle. Around the yard, riders constantly reach for their phones:

• Checking weather apps

• Communicating with clients or liveries

• Reading feed, turnout or rug instructions

• Managing schedules

• Using contactless payments at shows

Being able to use your phone without pulling gloves on and off streamlines your whole day.

4. Modern Materials Designed for Feel & Durability

Not all touchscreen gloves perform equally. The best combine:

• Conductive fabric on key fingers

• Technical synthetic leather for grip

• Breathable and flexible panels

• Reinforced stitching for longevity

This blend of tech and craftsmanship allows gloves to maintain a natural rein feel while delivering fingertip precision on touchscreens.

5. A Practical Upgrade for Every Season

Touchscreen capability now features across many types of gloves, including:

• Lightweight schooling gloves

• All-weather daily riding gloves

• Thermal and waterproof winter gloves

• Hi-vis gloves for low-light hacks

Whatever the season, touchscreen functionality adds comfort and convenience that riders appreciate every single day.

Why Riders Choose eGLOVE for Touchscreen Tech

Because we’ve been innovating in touchscreen sports gloves since 2010 — and specifically in equestrian gloves since 2013 — our designs are built on years of testing, refinement and real-world rider feedback.

Today, our range includes:

• Lightweight touchscreen riding gloves

• Award-winning winter touchscreen gloves

• Waterproof touchscreen gloves

• Hi-vis touchscreen gloves for safety

• Premium equestrian gloves engineered for grip and feel

Every pair reflects more than a decade of expertise in creating gloves that work with horses and technology.

Final Thoughts

Touchscreen tech is no longer a luxury for riders — it’s a practical, time-saving, safety-enhancing feature that supports the way equestrians live and ride today. And with brands like eGLOVE pioneering the space since 2011, riders can now enjoy gloves that combine innovation, grip, rein feel and everyday convenience.

For anyone who wants to stay connected without compromising their ride, touchscreen horse riding gloves are truly a game-changer.