I used to be a big fan of these boots (before the release of the Jogging Shoes) but towards the end I was frustrated as I was having to replace both the gaiter and the wires quite often which made them an expensive boot long-term. This also affects the ability of the boot (and hoof) to gain traction on uneven ground.Īll the parts on the boot can be replaced should they break but they are fiddly and time-consuming to replace. You can avoid this to some extent by adding a pad in the bottom of the boot but you still don't get the same stimulation as you would in a flexible-soled boot such as the Jogging Shoes. This means that the hoof wall then bears most of the weight which is not ideal. The tread on the bottom of the boot is really durable but the sole itself is very rigid and does not conform to the sole of the hoof or to the ground surface.

The gaiter fastens around the fetlock using velcro. The boots tighten using a cable and buckle system which allows numerous adjustments.

If you use them without the gaiter you need to make sure you get a really tight fit. The gaiter makes them much more secure on the hoof and less likely to fall off especially if used for turnout. The gaiter-less version just goes by the name of 'Easyboot'. The Easyboot Epics are available in two options - with or without the gaiter.

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