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A knock on the cannon happens fast, whether over a fence or on the lunge with a horse that brushes. Our horse boots, overreach boots and fetlock boots protect the legs during work. Open-front tendon boots from HKM, Lamicell, BR or Equick go on the front legs, fetlock boots on the hind legs, and overreach boots from HKM, T de T, Privilège or QHP cover the heels. We also have closed tendon boots and a T de T pastern protector.
Open-front tendon boots protect the back of the tendon, where the hind leg strikes, and leave the front of the cannon uncovered. The horse feels the pole if he touches it, which encourages him to stay attentive. This is the usual protection for show jumping. The HKM Breath, the Lamicell Élite and the BR Ultimo are on the page open-front tendon boots, along with the rest of our selection.
Closed tendon boots wrap around the whole cannon. They are suited to flatwork and hacking out, where a knock can come from any side. The V22 boots also protect the knee.
On the hind legs, fetlock boots cover the inside of the fetlock, which is exposed to strikes from the opposite leg. HKM, Lamicell, Zandona, Rider and T de T all make them, such as the HKM Basic or the T de T Design Mouton.
Overreach boots wrap around the coronet and heels of the front legs. They stop a hind leg that steps well under from cutting the heels or pulling off a shoe. Closed overreach boots, such as the thin and thick Privilège models, are pulled on over the hoof and cannot come undone mid-effort. Velcro models, such as the T de T rubber overreach boot, are easier to put on. Find them all in our section overreach boots for horses.
Fasten boots firmly without squeezing: you should be able to slide a finger under each strap. The fastenings close towards the back of the leg so they do not catch. Too high, a boot restricts the knee; too low, it rubs on the fetlock.
Remove boots as soon as the session ends, as the leg heats up under neoprene. Brush or rinse them before any sand can settle between the boot and the skin, then leave them to air-dry away from any heat source.
Boots are sold in Pony, Cob and Full, or in S, M and L depending on the brand. Measure the height of the cannon, from below the knee to the fetlock, and compare it with the product sheet. The boot should cover this area without restricting the knee or slipping down onto the pastern.
For flatwork or lunging it is a good habit, especially if the horse brushes. For jumping, the most common combination is still open-front tendon boots in front, fetlock boots behind, and overreach boots if the horse overreaches. A horse that brushes often should also have its shoeing checked by the farrier.
Yes, it holds in heat. For a short session this is not a problem. For long work or in hot weather, choose a breathable model such as the HKM Breath boot, or the Cooling fetlock boots from the same brand, and remove the boots as soon as you are back at the yard. Cold-hosing the legs is a good way to end the session.
A hose and a brush are enough. Dry them in the shade: sun and heat harden the rubber, which eventually splits. Also check the top edge, where the boot touches the pastern, as a damaged edge can irritate the skin. Replace the boot as soon as it splits.
No, we only ship within France, by Colissimo or Relais Colis. Orders are dispatched within 48 hours and delivery is free on orders of €150 or more. If you are in the Manche, you can also collect your order free of charge in Saint-Lô and compare boot sizes in store.
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