Stud Fast Studfast Dome Horse Studs for Grip
Description
Stud Fast Studfast Dome Horse Studs
The Stud Fast Studfast Dome is a small, rounded horse stud that screws into the stud holes of a shod horse's shoes to maintain grip on good, semi-hard and soft going. It is best for riders who want dependable traction without a large pointed profile, and it is particularly well suited to young horses, young riders, horses that move close in front or behind, and horses prone to overreaching.
Do not underestimate these studs because of their size. The same compact dome shape has been used around the biggest five star courses in the world, in both soft and hard ground, which makes it a genuinely versatile all-round option to keep in the stud kit. Browse more horse riding accessories to complete your yard kit.
Key Features
- Wide ground range: holds grip on good and semi-hard going through to soft ground.
- Rounded dome shape: no sharp corners or aggressive points.
- Compact dimensions: a discreet, low-profile stud under the shoe.
- Kind to close-moving horses: a sensible choice where a horse moves close in front or behind, or tends to overreach.
- Confidence for youngsters: a forgiving option for young horses and young riders.
- Proven at the top level: used around five star courses in both soft and hard ground.
Specifications
| Brand | Stud Fast |
|---|---|
| Model | Studfast Dome |
| Shape | Dome with rounded edges |
| Profile | Small, low-profile |
| Ground conditions | Good, semi-hard to soft going |
| Best for | Schooling, jumping, cross country, hacking, competition |
| Audience | Horses and ponies, young horses, young riders |
| Country of origin | United Kingdom |
How to Use
- Check that the stud thread matches the stud holes in your horse's shoes.
- Remove any plugs and clean out each stud hole, tapping the thread if needed.
- Screw the dome stud in by hand, then tighten securely with a stud spanner.
- Ride, then remove the studs as soon as work is finished.
- Clean the threads, plug the holes and store the studs dry in a stud kit.
FAQ
What ground is the Studfast Dome stud best for? It is designed for good and semi-hard going through to soft ground, which makes it a useful all-round stud when conditions are changeable.
Are small dome studs effective enough for competition? Yes. Despite the compact dimensions, studs of this shape have been used around the biggest five star courses in the world, in both soft and hard ground.
Is this stud suitable for a young horse or a young rider? The rounded edges and smaller size make it a sensible choice for young horses and young riders who are starting to use studs.
My horse moves close in front and overreaches. Will these suit? Dome studs are often chosen for horses that move close in front or behind, or that are prone to overreaching, because the profile is smaller and the edges are rounded.
Do I need stud holes in my horse's shoes? Yes. Studs screw into tapped stud holes, so your farrier needs to have prepared the shoes. Ask your farrier to confirm the thread size before ordering.
Should studs be left in after riding? No. Remove studs once work has finished, plug the holes, and never leave studs in for travelling or turnout.
About Stud Fast
Stud Fast is a British brand making practical, hard-wearing studs for everyday riding and competition. The range covers different shapes and profiles so riders can match the stud to the ground and to the individual horse.