Brush Boots

[Kris Givens <givensb@prodigy.net>]

After just spending $100 at my equine clinic (and more to come after
Monday's follow-up) to remove a mesquite thorn from my horse's fetlock,
and incidently praying it isn't in the joint capsule, I release I must
do the unthinkable: consider boots.

What boot would be best to be used a 'brush' boot?  Brand, material (I'd
assume leather is best) and where can I order one?  I'm right now
pouring over the myriad of horse catalogs I've got trying to find
something suitable.  The terrain I train in can get pretty wicked with
cactus and mesquite and try as I might to avoid stuff, the unthinkable
has happened.  These boots function will to be for protection from the
vegetation.

As I peruse the catalogs what I'm finding is that most boots do not
protect the front portion of the lower leg as that is where the straps
tend to be.  I do have Professional Choice Sportsboots for round pen
work, but to me, in Texas heat, they are way too hot to ride in for any
distance plue the material they are made from just seem to be a magnet
for thorns and stickers.  My vet mentioned that he 'thought' there was a
brush boot available.  I've not found one.  Do any of you guys happen to
have a magazine specifically for packing?  I'm wondering if this is
something I'd find in a packer or outfitter guide.

Kris