Unless you are having some problem with interference I would not put
wraps/boots on the horse. Also, a lot depends on what condition she is in
now. For instance, when I first took my present horse to rides I found that
he got clumsy after he became fatigued. Then he would interfere. Now that we
have over 500 miles completed, it no longer is a problem. Actually, I've had
more problem with minor scrapes while loading and hauling than while actually
riding. For that reason, I use shipping boots religiously.
I've seen several horses at rides with raw skin caused by sand or mud getting
between boots and the leg or fetlock.
Good luck with your first ride!
Dave
idj3q.office@mhs-tva.attmail.com
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From: JACKSONE_Tempx400
To: Bennett_M_David
Subject: legwear
Subject: legwear
Greetings!
I am somewhat new to the sport; I'm planning on my first 50 mile ride
next month, and I've a question to posit. What do people recommend as far as
protective legwear/wraps for the endurance horse? Thus far I am not using anything on my arab mare's legs, so, is this ok, safe, or if I should be using
something, what? Should I even be worrying about it?
Thank you very musch for any suggestion.
Summer