The concept of an equine hoof boot is not new -- EasyCare has been
manufacturing, testing and actively using hoof boots in extreme
situations since the early 1970’s. Over the last thirty years, we’ve
seen many hoof boots come and go, and we’ve used and studied them as
they arrived. Some of these products have potential and very positive
design features, while others don’t.
The Boa Horse Boot™ has been developed, tested and manufactured to
improve upon the equine hoof boot concept. EasyCare’s successful
history in manufacturing and using hoof boots has given us the
experience and knowledge needed to develop the most complete equine
hoof boot on the market. The Boa Horse Boot™ is the result.
The Boa Horse Boot™ is the first horse boot to use materials and
technology previously found only in modern athletic shoes and snowboard
boots. Modern materials and manufacturing techniques, combined with the
unique Boa Lacing System™, make the Boa Horse Boot™ the most advanced
horse boot ever.
The
outside tread pattern of the Boa Horse Boot™ has been designed for
traction, yet allows the hoof and lower leg to move after contact with
the ground surface. There is a fine line between traction and
aggressive traction. Boots or shoes with aggressive traction don’t
allow movement of the hoof and lower leg, causing unneeded lower limb
stress and injuries. The Boa Horse Boot™ has been designed to provide
traction similar to the natural barefoot hoof. Boa Horse Boots™ provide
traction without injuries.
The Boa Lacing System™ makes Boa Horse Boots™ easy to put on and
take off, and micro adjustments inherent to the closure allow the boot
to fit snugly to almost any hoof. Boa Horse Boots™ fit snugly around
the hoof and above the hairline without joint interference during
motion.
Although Boa Horse Boots™ have many veterinary and medical uses,
they should not be used to hold medications or invasive substances.
Many of the medicines used to treat hoof ailments will react adversely
with Boa Horse Boot™ leathers and the urethane sole.
semi-aggressive tread pattern and drain holes for water |
padded collar |
replaceable laces |
natural breakover |
The Boa Lacing System™ allows the boot to open
large enough to accommodate the wide base of the hoof, allowing for
quick application |
Need gaiters? Ours are ideal for keeping sand and mud out of the boot in those conditions. |
Boa Horse Boot™ Improvements!
- A new “dial-shield” – the protective cap which covers the Boa dial mechanism now screws on, like a threaded bottle cap.
- There is now a pull-tab at the heel of the boot, similar to those found on athletic tennis shoes.
- Three small drain holes have been added to the sole of the boot.
- The optional Boa Gaiters now come in three
sizes (the two larger sizes are 7 mm neoprene), and a “hoof-plate” has
been added to better secure the Gaiter in the boot.
Caring for your Boa Horse Boots
Properly cared for, a pair of Boa Horse
Boots will last for years. In general, to care for your boots, there
are three steps to follow: cleaning, drying, and conditioning.
- Cleaning: On a regular basis, brush away surface
dirt with a soft brush. After extended, rugged use, wash with mild soap
and warm water. Be sure to rinse all soap off before drying.
- Drying: Open boot fully, dry at room temperature. Never expose to heat!
- Conditioning: Recommended treatment for top Grain Leather: NikWax Paste Wax.
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