When choosing jodhpur pants please consider the fabric from which the pant is made from.  The most popular fabrics that are used to make jods are: polyester, poly/wool blend, denim (cotton/poly), corduroy, and cotton/lycra blend.  Each fabric has its pros and drawbacks. 

Polyester is durable and lower priced but the fabric does not breathe, it does not stretch and is slippery on leather.  Poly/wool blend is a little more expensive than polyester but it is durable and breathes better but it does not stretch.  Denim is another fabric that is lower priced, stretches and breathes but you can not show in denim and it is not durable.  Corduroy is another option but since the fabric is thick it is to hot so it is not a smart choice for someone riding in Florida.  Last but not least is cotton/lycra blend.  It is durable, stretches, breathes and can be found in colors suitable to show in. 

Another option that is included when browsing for jods is the knee patches.  Self knee patches are on most poly and denim jods.  This option is fine but if you are someone who would like more grip in the saddle then you might want to consider ultra suede knee patches.  The ultra suede is less expensive and easier to care for than real suede.  If the pants you would like to purchase do not have the ultra suede knee patches included and you would like to have the ultra suede then separate patches may be purchased for an extra fee and sewn on.