Over reach boots - which ones?

[vicm2509]

Need to get some over reach boots for SJ. Which would be best, the normal rubber ones with velcro fastening, or these

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/BLACK-Neoprene-Ove...1QQcmdZViewItem

Or feel free to direct me to any others, but must be under a tenner including postage.

He doesnt usually over reach but want them for extra protection.

Thanks

 

[fairhill]

It depends on what surface you'll be jumping on. The neoprene boots tend to act like a sponge and soak up any water, making them quite heavy, and soggy.
Personally I prefer the rubber ones, as they can just be rinsed clean afterwards.
There's ballistic over-reach ones as well, but are a bit out of your price range - Premier equine do them, and they're a lot more solid than either rubber or neoprene.

 

[carthorse]

I like the petal boots and have used them for many years but I think they may be just over £10

 

[vicm2509]

I was looking on premier equine as was going to get some fetlock boots aswell, will have a look. As they are only for SJ and he doesnt usually over reach I didnt want to spend loads, if he did over reach I would be willing to spend more to protect him. All jumping indoors atm but I expect most of if will be outside either on outdoor surface or grass in the summer.

And the petal boots - I do like them, I just hate the noise they make

 

[carthorse]

I agree with noise but I've got used to it I think.lol

 

[Safina]

I use plain rubber pull ons for everyday turn-out/hacking - I used to use the velcro rubber ones but found he pulled them off all the time.

When doing SJ I use petal ones - I quite like the flicky noise as it helps with my striding!

Over XC I used neoprene ones if I know there is not a water jump or if the ground is dry. If the ground is boggy or there is water I use rubber ones.

Just a small point, I do not like the OR boots that have a built in fat, weighted bit at the horses heel - they rubbed the beast raw after one outing

 

[sunny123]

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And the petal boots - I do like them, I just hate the noise they make

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Problem solved! Westropp are bringing out a silent version!