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I've seen some TWH trainers change the gait from a broken lateral to 
broken diagonal - stepping pace to fox trot - by taping a 1 inch square 
piece of lead tape to the appropriate feet. Don't discount the effect of 
weight - especially on a horse that has a tendency to be multiple gaited.

Truman

Linda Cowles wrote:

> > The question you really need to ask is "is this gait 
> > modification brought on by added weight in the best long term 
> > interest of your horse."
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> This concerned me a bit too, but after looking at the boots and comparing
> the weights, I suspect that it's bulk vs. weight that causes horses to move
> differently. I prefer the Epics because they are so minimal but very
> effective. I only recommend Boa's for sub 20 mile rides.
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> Linda
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> Linda Cowles
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