ENTRY LEVEL – SLIM SOLE HOOF BOOTS
Now offering you the world’s most affordable hoof boot – The Cavallo ELB Slim Sole Hoof Boot. For those still “nervous” about making the shift to becoming ‘barefoot and booted’, and those who are already barefoot but require protection only on limited occasions, the Entry Level Boot is the perfect solution. The ELB is also ideal for rehabilitation and therapeutic purposes, and it makes an excellent ‘spare tire’ for a lost shoe.
The ELB upper material is our 1680 count Denier industrial grade nylon – the same material used on our Sport style hoof boots, which have been ‘tried and tested’ in all terrains since 2008. The replaceable Velcro closure extends the working life of the ELB in the event of Velcro fatigue. Easily fastened by 8 and 80 year-olds alike, the strap does not require a screwdriver, extra physical strength or any other tools. The ELB is offered on both Cavallo’s soles – our Regular Sole, (length and width equal) and our Slim Sole ( width is ¼” or 5mm narrower than length). Both soles incorporate the unique, built in side drainage slots – which drain mud, water and sand easily and will not clog up.
- 1680 count Denier industrial grade nylon
- Easy On – Stays ON
- Replaceable Velcro closure
- Fits right or left hoof
- Reflective logo for safety
Cavallo, supplier of the world’s simplest hoof boots since 2006, is pleased to announce the launch of the world’s most affordable hoof boot – the Cavallo ELB (Entry Level Boot). Since Cavallo launched the Simple Hoof Boot in 2006 under our exclusive, front opening, patented design, the worldwide hoof boot community has made us their hoof boot of choice. The Cavallo Community extends to all riding disciplines, in 27 different countries.
Producing all of our hoof boots in our custom-built facility under
ELB SLim Hi Res the watchful eye of some of the world’s leading manufacturing experts has positioned us as the Trusted Authority on all aspects of ‘barefoot and booted’. Now, by combining economy of scale and technical expertise, we offer you the world’s most affordable hoof boot – The Cavallo ELB.
Available in 7 sizes ( 0 – 6 ). As testimony to quality, the ELB is included in Cavallo’s Best Boot Warranty coverage – 180 day ‘repair or replace’.
Upper Features:
• Simple front fastening with industrial grade Velcro@ closures
• Simple to put on and remove: stays securely on hoof
• Shaped for the natural hoof (needs no inserts or shims)
• Softee leather foam-filled collar
• Durable construction:Waterproof thread. rustproof metal, and high performance TPU outsole
• Built-in drainage
• Lightweight
• Promotes healthy hooves: allows expansion and contraction. and increased blood circulation
• Built-in break over
• Surefooted low-profile sole
• Unique tread pattern supports frog
• Integrated high density inner rim supports load bearing hoof wall
• 1680 Denier nylon upper is tough and durable
• Reflective for Safer Riding
Unique Outsole
- Equal sole width and length measurements
- Outside tread pattern supports the hoof wall
- All-terrain tread minimizes build-up of mud, sand and debris
- Excellent traction while still allowing natural movement
- Center of outsole is recessed to minimize pressure
- Built-in sole relief: Raised inner rim takes pressure off sole, bars and frog
Sizing guide
1 ) Measure the hoof carefully just AFTER A FRESH TRIM.
2) Measure the length from the heel buttress line to the toe. Do NOT include heel bulbs.
3) Measure right across the widest part of each hoof.
4) Compare your measurements to Cavallo sizing chart within the link below. Stay within the boot size range as room for growth has already been allowed for between regular trims. The Cavallo Regular sole is best for a hoof that is measuring the same length and width. The Slim sole is 1/4 inch (6 mm) narrower than long and better suited to a more oval-shaped hoof.
A bit about barefoot horse riding
Barefoot Horse Riding
Many of us are happy to allow our horses to ‘go barefoot’. We see the benefits of a more natural program. We don’t like pounding nails into the hoof every 6 weeks. Shoeing is expensive and good farriers are hard to find. If we consider pulling the shoes, our horses may seem sore. Maybe you have even tried it and ended up putting the shoes back on.There are many factors that contribute to the long-term success of a barefoot program and it is very different than traditional shoeing. When a farrier comes, he trims your horse flat and level, even and balanced. He removes some dead tissue and makes the hoof look neat and tidy. His job is to make sure the shoe goes on securely and shapes to the trim he’s done, leaving the metal shoe as the only part making contact with the ground. Do you think this metal shoe absorbs the shock and concussion of 1000 pounds in motion? Do you think that the hoof is functioning as it should? Do you think blood is circulating freely? The answers are – not a chance!
Barefoot Horse – Trims
Let’s talk about what happens when we don’t put the shoes on. Proportionately, as a truly miraculous structure the small hoof supports the weight of a large horse. The walls expand and widen apart to draw the sole flat. When the sole levels downward towards the ground the bone column can easily move down. The coffin bone acts as a trampoline to absorb the descending structure. The frogs help the heels expand and in so doing, blood circulates freely carrying nutrients to the entire apparatus. Shock is absorbed properly. Tissue is nourished and the whole horse benefits because his most primary survival flight mode is not compromised through an archaic and unnecessary practice, which not only renders hoof function non-existent but exerts upward pressure to the entire internal structure.To achieve what we call proper hoof mechanism, some of your considerations should be:
- Frequent barefoot trims tailored for your horse
- Adequate movement & exercise
- Proper hoof hydration
- Counter effect of hard ground
- Stimulation of aggressive terrain
- Normal herd life with friends and socialization
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