March 2002

No Boot Can Do It All

But a few come pretty close. While Easyboot reigns for riding, the Barrier Boot’s $20 price makes it one to just have on hand.

A protective boot is a good thing to carry with ûyou on long trail rides.

Whether it’s a pared-out foot abscess, stone bruise or a lost shoe, sooner or later you’re going to need a hoof boot. If it’s been awhile since you used one, you probably remember clunky, unwieldy devices that looked more like instruments of torture and were a nightmare to get on, only to have the horse get them off in record time. Fortunately, they’ve improved.

While the requirements for your “dream boot” may vary a bit depending on why you need one, a good fit is a must for any use. It won’t do you any good if it won’t stay on. A good fit is a snug fit, without causing rubs…