Jack Murphy
Jack Murphy is an Irish country clothing house from Skerries, north of Dublin, still run by the same family three generations in. We stock it because Irish country clothing is built for the weather Australia keeps handing us: sideways rain, cold mornings, wind off the coast. Waxed cotton, real tweed from Irish and Scottish mills, quilted gilets that layer over a jumper. It is country and lifestyle wear, not competition kit.
About Jack Murphy
The Murphy family has been in the Skerries garment trade since the post-war years, when Jack Murphy himself worked in corsetry and local clothing before the family moved into outdoor wear through the 1980s. The company as it trades today, Jack Murphy Limited, was established in Balbriggan in the mid 1990s by Michael Murphy and Gerard McAuley. Sarah Murphy, granddaughter of Jack, has been chief executive since 2018 and Michael remains lead designer.
That history shows in the details: storm flaps that actually overlap, wool from named mills rather than anonymous blends, and a cut roomy enough to wear over a jumper on a cold morning. If you want the long version, we wrote it up in our Jack Murphy brand story.
Quick Facts
Which Jack Murphy Layer Suits an Australian Winter?
For wet, windy days. The wax finish sheds rain and the cotton breathes better than a synthetic shell. Best for yard work, beach rides and the drive home.
For dry cold. Wool from named mills holds warmth when damp and looks smarter than anything else in the tack room. The right choice for country events and town.
For the layer you will wear most. Over a baselayer in autumn, under a shell in winter, and on its own in between. Start here if you are buying one piece.
For the cold that gets in at the neck and wrists. Wool jumpers and liners sit under everything else without bulk, which matters in a saddle.
How Jack Murphy Sizing Runs
The coats and jackets are cut as outer layers, which means they are designed to sit over a jumper rather than hug the body. Most riders take their usual size for a relaxed fit, and size down if you want it closer to the body. Sizing is unisex on several of the heritage styles. Because it varies by style rather than following a single house rule, each product page carries its own size guide, and our staff are happy to measure a specific garment for you.
Caring for Wax and Tweed
These are not fabrics that survive a washing machine. Follow the care label on each garment: waxed cotton generally needs a cold sponge and re-proofing rather than detergent, and tweed wants airing and a soft brush. We would rather you checked the label than took our word for it, because the correct method differs between a wax coat and a quilted one.
Why Buy Jack Murphy at iRide EQ
Ships from Australia in AUD, so no waiting on a European parcel or paying conversion.
We hold the jackets we sell, so sizing swaps are straightforward.
We can measure a chest, a sleeve or a back length before you commit.
We stock the pieces that work in an Australian winter, not the whole European catalogue.
Ready to look? Shop the Jack Murphy collection, or start with our Jack Murphy gift guide if you are buying for someone else.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Jack Murphy clothing made?
Jack Murphy is an Irish company based in Skerries, North County Dublin, and its tweeds come from named Irish and Scottish mills including Abraham Moon, Halley Stevensons and Molloy & Sons. We list the country of origin as Ireland.
Is Jack Murphy competition wear?
No. It is country and lifestyle clothing. If you need EA-compliant competition turnout, look at our show jackets and show shirts instead.
What is the difference between a wax jacket and a tweed coat?
Waxed cotton is for wet weather and shrugs off rain. Tweed is for dry cold and looks more formal. Many riders end up owning both.
Can you wear Jack Murphy in summer?
The quilted gilets and lighter shells work on cool summer mornings and evenings. The tweed coats and heavy wax jackets are winter pieces.
How do I wash a Jack Murphy coat?
Follow the care label on the garment. Waxed cotton and tweed need different treatment, and neither tolerates a normal machine wash with detergent.
Do you ship Jack Murphy Australia wide?
Yes. We are an Australian store, prices are in AUD, and orders ship from Australia. See our delivery page for timing to your state.