Flex Boot Hoof Boot (Single Boot)

The description by Hoofbootique about these boots being ‘short’ rather than ‘wide’ is very accurate. My horse has odd sized feet and now wears a 145 standard on his bigger near fore and 145 wide on his smaller off fore foot. The 145 wide is actually in real terms also a very tiny bit narrower than the 145 standard, so the size difference is quite big. But it works well for my pony, he wears a Flex pad in the smaller boot and a very slightly thicker pad of a different make in the bigger boot. I guess towards the end of the trimming cycle, he will wear a flex pad in the bigger boot and an other type of thinner pad in the smaller boot. I had originally the 145 standard boots for both feet, as when trying the fit kit shell, it seemed to be fine for also the smaller foot with a pad. But in real life, even with a thicker pad, the boot rotated a bit on the smaller foot as it was too long. So he now needs to wear odd sized boots, time will tell how well he copes with this. At the moment all seems well, we have been through some mud and boots haven’t shifted. The best thing about these boots is that they do not make too much noise on the road, as they are made of quite soft material. The worst thing are the flex pads, I have the red ones and they do not seem to be very durable. We have only used them on newly trimmed feet for a couple of weeks in all and they already seem very worn down. I have had better success with oversized pads from other makes cut into the size of Flex pads. But other that that, the boots seem very good. If I’ll get some more of Flex boots in the future, I might consider the custom fit with smaller TPU gaiters, although we seem fine with the lower setting of the back strap on the gaiter. The back strap has been cut shorter and the pastern strap is fine in the last hole. The neoprene gaiters are also quite easy to cut smaller and they still seem durable after the alteration. I do appreciate the fact that Hoofbootique actually also allows you to choose the neoprene gaiter and back strap in a different size. I did use this option when ordering the 145 wide boot. After having used the original pair of boots for a week or so, I had a better idea of what we need. So far all is good. They are lovely boots and did not need any ‘breaking in’ (at least not for a big pony with a bit of feather on his feet).

Excellent choice in hoof boot. Horse agrees and they haven’t moved on roads or grass so far. Recommended Good advice from Hoof Bootique too

I used the fit kit to ensure I ordered the correct size and these were delivered very quickly. Really loving these boots, and think my pony approves too!

I absolutely love my horses new Flex boots. We are into our second 6 week trim cycle using these boots, and they have been super easy to use, clean, and dry. My newly-barefoot-in-front horse is totally happy in them - I wondered if he would strike out at them but they are so lightweight he does not mind. He now has a HUGE trot stride, and the boots have stayed put despite him throwing himself around, cantering about, and even rolling! We have now also got pads to use for the first 2-3 weeks after a trim, which has improved the fit when his toes are short. The help Liz gave me when I was deciding which boots to buy was absolutely invaluable.

I had been having a little difficulty finding the right boots for my lovely horse so contacted Charlotte, an equine podiatrist, who came to see us with a boot fitting kit, containing loads of different brands. She was absolutely brilliant and very thorough. The flex boots seemed to fit my boy the best, so I went ahead with ordering them. Hoof bootique and Charlotte made this process so easy and were both really helpful - even when only one of the pairs I wanted was in stock Liz at Hoof Bootique was able to source and send me the other pair in a separate package with no extra postage charge. They arrived within a day of each other. Honestly fabulous service. I have used the boots a few times so far, we are rehabbing so mainly hand walking on roads with some short trot intervals but they have already made a difference to my boys comfort, especially on stoney ground. I am only giving them four stars as I do not feel I have had the opportunity to test them fully at this stage but so far they are great. And I would highly recommend the service of hoof bootique and Charlotte, the equine podiatrist who came to help us (based in Yorkshire - I do not know if this service is offered nation wide?)

Totally in love with these boots. Low profile, immediately comfortable, super to ride in. Super easy and pain free for my poor fingers to put on. No ruined fingers from Velcro! Absolutely love them!

Wow, one of the best products I ever brought my boy. They fit perfectly, were easy to put on and take off his hoofs. I had to find an alternative to hot shoeing as he was petrified of men and farriers. Happy boy and a relieved owner... Great product, would highly recommend these boots.

I have just bought these boots as my equine fusion boots would rub if they were on too long and my pony needed to wear her boots in the field as the hard ground has completely wrecked her feet. These new boots are much lighter and do not seem to rub at all. They are also more breathable and because of the rubber/silicon they are a much more snug fit. They were a little bit harder to work out how to put on but now I have got used to doing it, its quite easy.

3 weeks of daily use, and still loving these boots!!

I have an elderly mare with EMS and she is just recovering from a bout of low grade laminitis. Initially I was using her Cloud boots with thick pads for her limited turnout, then moved on to some Equine Fusions, but they began to rub her heel bulbs. on recommendation from Liz, I purchased a Fit Kit with 8 shells to try, both with and without pads. I took loads of photos and sent them to Liz and we finally decided to try Flex boots, as Liz suggested. They needed a thinner pad than I had been using, but , having used them daily for some portion of turnout and in hand exercise, for the past week, they have not rubbed her heels at all and she is comfortable walking and trotting in them. I highly recommend these boots, so easy to put on, take off and adjust. Lightweight, with more breathability than most boots, they are just exactly what we needed. A huge thanks to Liz, who has been incredibly patient and helpful, nothing was too much trouble and I felt she really cared about my horses comfort above all. A million thanks.