Lightweight horse boots with the best performance
When selecting horse boots, protection is usually the top concern. However, one often overlooked factor is weight, both in the boot’s dry state and when wet. Scientific research suggest that […]
What are the best protective horse boots; Impact test results revealed!
Why strike injuries can be a real threat to horse legs Strike injuries happen when one limb accidentally hits another, often during training, jumping or turnout. These injuries can range […]
The Coolest Tendon Boot on the Market
Leg protection is vital, but what if your horse boots are doing more harm than good? Many traditional tendon boots offer impact resistance, but their materials can also trap heat, […]
Cryochaps Exoskeleton Tendon Boot – Top Results in Scientific Testing
An independent study led by renowned equine scientist Dr David Marlin and his team at Animalweb has conducted a first-of-its-kind test, revealing the Cryochaps Exoskeleton tendon boot as one of […]
Are Ice Boots Essential for Horses After Jumping?
Jumping puts extraordinary demands on a horse’s body, especially on their legs. Scientific studies have extensively examined the biomechanics of jumping, revealing the significant forces placed on the limbs during […]
What is the most protective horse tendon boot?
This blog outlines the differences in protection of leading brands of tendon boots. At Cryochaps we have impact tested and compared results next to five other protective horse tendon boot, […]
What is the best protective and ventilated horse boot?
Horse boots, designed to protect the horse’s legs during exercise or injury recovery, use various scientific principles to provide protection. Here’s a breakdown of how they work to help protect […]
Do all horse boots heat horses legs?
There are plenty of horse boots on the market today that state they are airflow horse boots or vented horse boots, to help increase ventilation to the horses leg whilst […]
Flexible soft horse boots or hard protective horse boots?
There are many horse boots out on the market today, tendon boots with a more robust outer shell, neoprene brushing boots, flexisoft boots, hard but flexible, cross-country boots with stiff […]
Should neoprene be used in horse tendon boots?
Let us explore how neoprene used in tendon boots, fetlock boots, brushing boots and many others can alter the temperatures of the horses leg whilst exercising. Is neoprene the best […]
Why ice horses’ legs after exercise?
As the weather warms, we are looking forward to riding out more and getting fit and ready for the competition season. With that comes the need to be proactive about […]
What to Look for When Buying Horse Boots for Protection?
Using horse boots to protect the legs whilst riding is one of the most common reasons that horse riders purchase horse boots. This blog explores some simple tests you can do to work out how much protection a horse boot is giving the horses’ leg and what materials are best for horse boots.
Why should horse boots be lightweight?
Should we even be concerned with what we put on our horses’ legs as far as the weight of horse boots. Afterall they can carry humans and are incredibly strong. […]
Why are my horse boots rubbing?
What are the most common cause of horse boots rubbing
What boots do I need for my horse?
When buying horse boots, there may be several factors to consider to ensure that you choose the right type and size of boots for your horse’s needs.