Re: Protective Boots

[Teddy Lancaster <Teddy@runningbear.com>]

To the best of my knowledge, that is NOT an AERC rule, but one demanded by
local organizations such as ECTRA.

Teddy


Anna Wolfe wrote:

> Dear fellow Ridecampers,
>
> I have a question I've been meaning to ask for awhile, for I was
> somewhat confused at my last ride, and reading the rules didn't help
> clarify anything.  It is my understanding (ie, my sister told me) that
> while protective boots are allowed on endurance rides, if you choose to
> put them on your horse, you cannot stand him for best condition.  Horses
> were being presented who had gone with various boots.  Are they allowed?
>  What about bell boots?  Easyboots?  Also, if you are using Easyboots as
> extra protection instead of pads, do you put them on all four feet, or
> just in front.  I had them just in front on my mare at our last ride,
> but I'm still wondering if this is right.  They do get awfully slippery
> when it is wet.
>
> Thanks for educating me.
>
> Anna