{"product_id":"mackey-stud-hole-cleaner-for-horse-shoes","title":"Mackey Stud Hole Cleaner for Horse Shoes","description":"\u003ch2\u003eMackey Stud Hole Cleaner for Horse Shoes\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Mackey Stud Hole Cleaner is a small yard tool used to clear packed mud, grit and bedding out of the threaded stud holes in horseshoes, and to cover the stud hole when studding up. It is best for riders, grooms and yard staff who stud regularly for eventing, showjumping, cross country, hunting or hacking on changeable going.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKeeping stud holes clear means studs thread in by hand quickly at the lorry, without wrestling with a blocked thread while the class is being called. Store it with your studs, tap and spanner as part of a complete studding kit.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eClears packed dirt and grit from stud holes in shoes\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCovers the stud when studding up\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCompact enough for a studding box, grooming kit or lorry locker\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStraightforward to use alongside a stud tap and stud spanner\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSuits horses and ponies of any size with stud-holed shoes\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFrom Mackey, a practical equestrian yard brand\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003ctable\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMackey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProduct type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStud hole cleaner\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePrimary use\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCleaning and covering horseshoe stud holes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDisciplines\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEventing, showjumping, cross country, hunting, hacking\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSuitable for\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHorse, pony, cob, warmblood — shoes fitted with stud holes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCountry of origin\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSweden\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003c\/table\u003e \u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003col\u003e \u003cli\u003ePick out and brush the foot so you can see the shoe clearly.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLocate the stud hole at the heel of the shoe.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWork the cleaner into the hole to lift out packed mud, grit and bedding.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRun a stud tap through the thread if it still feels tight.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThread the stud in by hand, then tighten with a stud spanner.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAfter work, remove the studs and keep the hole covered so the thread stays clear.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e \u003cp\u003eBrowse the rest of our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/horse-care-grooming\"\u003ehorse care and grooming\u003c\/a\u003e range to complete your yard kit.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does a stud hole cleaner do?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt clears mud, grit and bedding out of the threaded stud hole in a horseshoe so studs can be fitted easily, and it covers the stud hole when you are studding up.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I still need a stud tap?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA cleaner removes loose packed dirt. If the thread itself is still tight or corroded, run a stud tap through afterwards to re-cut the thread.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill it fit any stud hole?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is intended for standard stud holes in shod horses and ponies. If a hole is damaged, badly worn or will not accept a stud, speak to your farrier.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I stop stud holes filling up between competitions?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eClear the hole after removing studs and keep it covered or plugged. Check and clean it again before your next studding session.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I care for the cleaner?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWipe it clean after use, dry it thoroughly and store it with your studs, tap and spanner so the full kit stays together.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it suitable for ponies as well as horses?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. It can be used on any shod horse or pony whose shoes have stud holes fitted.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eAbout Mackey\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eMackey supply practical equestrian equipment and yard accessories built around everyday use — the small, hard-working items riders, grooms and yard staff reach for at home and at competitions.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e {\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What does a stud hole cleaner do?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"It clears mud, grit and bedding out of the threaded stud hole in a horseshoe so studs can be fitted easily, and it covers the stud hole when you are studding up.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Do I still need a stud tap?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"A cleaner removes loose packed dirt. 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