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Cody Thomas
Приєднався 6 бер 2012
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Hoof Boot Reviews - Renegades, Scoot Boots, & FlexBoots
Just a quick review of a few different brands of barefoot boots that I've tried with my horses. Pros and cons of each (in my personal experience).
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FlexBoots Review
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Tried out the Flex hoof boots today! I've tried a few brands over the years and wanted to share the pros & cons of this brand so far for me and my horse! #flexboots #barefootboots #hoofboots #review #trailriding
GreenGuard Grazing Muzzle Review
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Honest review of the GG grazing muzzle for my mare who is prone to gaining weight very quickly when out on pasture 24/7. I plan on using the muzzle during the day and taking it off at night when I bring her into a dry lot. #greengaurdmuzzle #laminitis #prevention #springgrass
Introduce & Retreat
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Work on approaching a nervous horse by introducing something and taking it away when the horse shows a sign of relaxation (licking & chewing, head drop, sign, yawn, standing still, etc) #horse #standstill #tackingup #problemsolving
I think the back strap is put the wrong way? (Flex boot)
Try cavello trek
Did you try stretching the heel bulb area on the Scoot boots?
Scoot /boot Enduro Exist now ( just not in my horses size yet 😅. But great for high heals supposedly.
Great review. Would you mind providing me an update? I have been really trying hard to research the best boot and so far I am leaning towards the flex boot. Or the Cavallo? Your thoughts? Thank you
Thanks! I have not personally tried the Cavallo boots, but I can tell you what I don't like about the design compared to FlexBoots. #1 - ventilation/drainage is very limited with the Cavallos. They look very bulky and I think they would get hot if worn over a long period of time and #2 - the velcro straps will most likely wear over time and will not work if they get wet/muddy repeatedly. At least that was my aggravating experience with Renegades that fasten in a similar way. Again, I have never used Cavallo's personally, but they have several design elements that are not my favorite. It also depends why you need boots. I've heard that a lot of people use Cavallos for hoof rehab, whereas the FlexBoots are primarily used for trail riding.
Im using the Scoot Skins glue on's.... nothing over the heels, working good so far.
I'm very interested in the scoot skins! seem like a great idea, especially for multi-day trips!
I'm using Explora Magic on my mare and they work great. Have you heard about them or tried them? No velcro and good adjustability to make them fit your horse. I have been riding on alot of different terrain and they have allways stayed on. Good durability as well. If needed you can easily buy spare parts of anything and only change that! I have recently bought a pair of Flexboots for the pony that I also have (simply because the Exploras don't go down enough in size) so I'm looking forward to try them out myself!
I have not tried the Exploras, but I've heard great things about them! I hope the FlexBoots work well for your pony!!
Hi Cody, I have the Scoots and like them a lot, too. I'm lucky that I didn't have the heel problems. But apparently lots of people did, because Scoot Boot just came out with the Enduro model. IMO they don't look as sharp as the original Scoots, but they were designed to accommodate both high and low heels. They're a bit more cumbersome to put on but they meet your criteria of no velcro, great drainage, and likely to last through the trim cycle. Mind do at least. Thanks for the video.
Yes! I recently saw those! I'm glad to hear they are working for you and your horse. I'm so happy with the FlexBoots, I'll be sticking with those for this particular horse :)
Is it possible for you to do a brief update on the Flex Boots? I would be forever grateful 🙏 🐴💕
Hi! I have been using the FlexBoots ever since I made this video and I LOVE THEM! Highly recommend. They have not come off or even slipped since I purchased the small-size gaiters. I also got some of the firm 5mm pads to add to the boots when my mare has a fresh trim. These boots are excellent!
Please let us know if sizing down on the gaiter helps! My mare has really low heels. Do you think these are better suited to low heels vs other brands?
Hi! Yes, the small gaiters made a huge difference and these are my favorite boots so far. So easy to put on, get fitted, and take off. Highly recommend! The heel straps also suit horses with low heels because you can change the angle. Working for my mare really well.
@@codythomas4506 thank you so much!
Thank you for this review!!! My mare is at 3 weeks post trim, so I’m anxiously awaiting her next trim to measure. Seems to me that mid trim cycle would be the time to measure, but I’m afraid to test that theory 😂. I think I’m leaning toward a cavallo or flex boot. I was set on an easy boot, but the reviews are so mixed
I've been using the FlexBoots ever since I made this video and I love them! I went to the mountains and rode for over 6 hours through all sorts of terrain and they never budged. My horse was comfortable and happy the entire ride. Definitely recommend this brand!
Hi! Did you try a heat gun on your scoots? My gelding is hard to fit as well, big heel so I scratched them with the heat gun
I thought about giving it a shot, but didn't want to stretch them and then not be able to resell them if they still didn't work. I just wasn't a fan of the hard plastic over the heel bulbs. The FlexBoots have worked really well for me though!
Would love an update on whether the Flex Boots ended up working or not. Great review, thank you for posting.
Hi! Thank you! I ended up buying the small neoprene trail gaitors and some 5mm inserts for when she is freshly trimmed. Both inexpensive changes have made a big difference and I'm happy with them so far!
any updates? With the smaller gaiter are they any better? I currently ride in Renegades and I do really like them. We have never lost a boots but I would like to have a spare pair
I have not been able to trail ride using the small-size gaiters (yet!) but I tried them on in the pasture and they look like they fit much better! I also ended up ordering some shims as well that help the boot fit better after a fresh trim.