{"product_id":"mackey-overreach-boots-for-horses-ponies","title":"Mackey Overreach Boots for Horses \u0026 Ponies","description":"\u003ch2\u003eMackey Overreach Boots — Lightweight Heel Protection for Everyday Riding\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eMackey Overreach Boots are lightweight pull-on style boots that fit around the pastern to help protect the heel and coronet band from over-reach injuries and knocks. They are designed for horse and pony owners who want simple, reliable protection for turnout, schooling, hacking, lunging and travelling.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA soft upper edge helps prevent rubs and maximise comfort, while double touch close fastenings keep the boots secure and allow quick fitting and removal at the yard. Browse more leg protection in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/horse-boots\"\u003ehorse boots collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOver-reach protection:\u003c\/strong\u003e helps guard against over-reach injuries and knocks to the heel area\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLightweight design:\u003c\/strong\u003e minimal bulk on the lower leg for comfortable everyday wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoft upper edge:\u003c\/strong\u003e helps prevent rubbing around the pastern\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDouble touch close fastenings:\u003c\/strong\u003e secure hold with fast, tool-free adjustment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEveryday versatility:\u003c\/strong\u003e suitable for turnout, flatwork, jumping, hacking and travel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSold as a pair:\u003c\/strong\u003e ready for the front feet, where over-reach damage usually occurs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMackey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProduct type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOverreach boots (pair)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFastening\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDouble touch close\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eComfort feature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoft upper edge to help prevent rubs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eConstruction\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLightweight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFitted to\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFront feet, around the pastern\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSuitable for\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHorse and pony\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCountry of origin\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIndia\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpen both touch close fastenings fully and hold the boot with the soft upper edge at the top.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePosition the boot around the pastern so the body of the boot sits over the heel and bulbs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFasten the first strap, then the second, keeping the tension snug but not tight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck you can rotate the boot around the pastern by hand — it should turn without pinching.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWalk the horse for a few minutes and re-check the fit before working or turning out.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAfter use, rinse off mud, wipe the fastenings clean and dry naturally away from direct heat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat do overreach boots actually do?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThey sit over the heel and bulbs of the front feet and help to provide protection against over-reach injuries and knocks, which happen when a hind hoof strikes the back of a front foot.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich size should I choose?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMeasure or compare against your horse's current boots and choose the size that lets the boot rotate freely around the pastern without riding up onto the fetlock. If your horse is between sizes, size up rather than down — boots that are too small are the most common reason for rubs and returns.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre these boots best for turnout or for ridden work?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBoth. The lightweight build and double touch close fastenings suit turnout, schooling, hacking, lunging and travelling equally well.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill they rub my horse?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe soft upper edge is designed to help prevent rubs. Keep the pastern clean and dry, remove grit after use, and avoid leaving boots on for extended periods to reduce the risk of rubbing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I clean them?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRinse off mud and grit, wipe the touch close fastenings so they keep gripping, and allow the boots to air dry away from direct heat or sunlight.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need front boots as well?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOverreach boots protect the heel and coronet only. 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