[RC] eazy boots and urethane shoes - Alisanne Steele
I am beginning to increase time and distance on the trail
with my 5 year old gelding.? I have never used boots or alternative shoes.?
This last cycle, he went 5 days over the due date (6-7 weeks has been
working well).
The day before he was shod, he broke the left hind shoe in
half, the other half was still securely attached, and ½ of the front left was separating
from the hoof with the nails loosening.? All of the shoes were far more worn
than usual.
Other than shortening the time between shoeing, should I
consider urethane or a composite material? When should easy boots be used?? I
don’t want to back off the program, but also want to be sure to proceed
safely!
