Equi-Sential Ribbed Bell Boots with Touch Tape
Description
Equi-Sential Ribbed Bell Boots With Touch Tape
Equi-Sential Ribbed Bell Boots are soft rubber overreach boots that protect a horse's hooves, heel bulbs and coronet band from overreach strikes and knocks. They fasten with a two-part touch tape closure that wraps around the pastern, so they are quick to put on and take off without stretching them over the hoof.
They are best for riders who want a simple, hard-wearing everyday boot for turnout, schooling, lunging, hacking and travelling, and for horses that forge or strike into themselves in work. Supplied as a pair.
Key Features
- Soft rubber construction for optimum hoof protection
- Ribbed outer adds strength while allowing the boot to flex with movement
- Two-part touch tape fastening for a secure hold and easy fitting
- No pull-on required - ideal for shod feet, large hooves or stiff hands
- Rinses clean after muddy turnout and dries naturally
- Sold as a pair
Specifications
| Brand | Equi-Sential |
|---|---|
| Product Type | Bell boots / overreach boots |
| Material | Soft rubber |
| Fastening | Two-part touch tape |
| Supplied As | Pair |
| Suitable For | Horses and ponies - turnout, schooling, lunging, hacking, travelling |
| Country of Origin | India |
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How to Use
- Pick out the hoof and brush the pastern clean and dry before fitting.
- Open the touch tape and wrap the boot around the pastern, with the bell sitting over the hoof.
- Press the two-part touch tape closed so the boot is secure but you can still slide a finger underneath.
- Check that the boot sits just above the coronet band and reaches the back of the heel bulbs without touching the ground.
- After use, rinse off mud, wipe the touch tape clear of hair and grit, and leave to dry naturally away from direct heat.
FAQ
What are bell boots used for?
Bell boots, also called overreach boots, cover the hoof and heel bulbs to protect against overreach injuries, where a hind foot strikes the back of a front foot. They are commonly used for turnout, schooling, lunging and travelling.
How should bell boots fit?
The boot should sit just above the coronet band and reach the back of the heel bulbs without dragging on the ground. Too long and the horse will tread on them; too short and the heels are left exposed.
What size should I choose if my horse is between sizes?
Size up. A larger size is usually the safer choice for shod feet, wide or flat hooves, and when studs are fitted. Wrong sizing is the most common reason bell boots are returned, so measure the hoof width at its widest point before ordering.
Are touch tape bell boots better than pull-on ones?
Touch tape boots wrap around the pastern rather than stretching over the hoof, which makes them much easier to fit and remove. Pull-on boots are less likely to come off in deep mud, but are harder to get on.
Can these be worn for turnout?
Yes. They suit daily turnout as well as ridden work. Check the pasterns each day for rubbing, and remove the boots if the skin looks sore or if grit has worked underneath.
How do I clean them?
Rinse off mud with water, pick hair and grit out of the touch tape so it keeps its grip, and leave to dry naturally rather than on a heat source.
About Equi-Sential
Equi-Sential makes practical, good-value horse care and protection equipment for everyday yard life, from boots and bandages to grooming and turnout essentials. The range is built around simple, durable designs that stand up to regular use.