I don't use any boots, except Easy Boots for a "flat tire"..so this is just an observation.
The Renegades have a built in liner on the strap that goes around the pastern, and in all the pictures on their site, none of the horses have gaiters of any kind.
I do have concerns about how long these last compared to Easy Boots..anyone know??? The density of the rubber would likely be key here. Karen Chaton, care to comment???
I was offered to be a test rider for a local company who distributes the Cavallo boots under their name. I declined after seeing the design going over the coronet band. It just looked like trouble waiting for a place to happen. They also feel very bulky.
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From: bwalker2@xxxxxxx Subject: Re: [RC] Renegade boot preliminary review Date: Mon, 11 Feb 2008 10:30:21 -0800 To: ridecamp@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
Thanks. Good point about coming up over the coronet band. If I bought one, I would probably also by the fetlock sleeve they sell for them.
My focus is a bit different - I'm actually interested in something just for emergencies. Caisson has standard shoes, and is doing fine in them. So - for my purposes, I just want something that is easy to put on, and will last until I get back to the trailer or the nearest horse shoer. With a bit of luck, it won't wear out because I'll never use it. :)
I was interested in these, since they look very easy to put on, and are available in standard tack & feed stores -- you don't have to go through a special distributor, like with the Renegades - at least the last I heard.
To steer the thread back to the original subject -- the renegades have a collar that goes around the pastern -- any issues with rubbing?
On Feb 11, 2008, at 10:08 AM, Ranelle Rubin wrote:
Beth, I looked at the Cavallo boots, and they look very easy to put on, BUT..They come up over the coronet band which is a huge no-no IMO..be careful!
