Easyboots have been the industry’s leading horse boot for the last thirty years. During this time period, Easyboots have been used to win endurance races, complete mounted treks from 2,000-18,000 miles in length, provide traction to mounted police units, treat many hoof problems and ride a horse home after a lost shoe.

Although the horse riding boot concept has continued to improve each year, in 2005 we introduced several enhancements to the Easyboot and the Easyboot Epic which incorporate testing and feedback from horsemen all over the world.

Changes in technology nearly always occur after the original release of an item – think of the rapid evolution of most electronic toys we own. These changes do not mean you must give up your old boots--any generation Easyboot is a great Easyboot! We will continue to support, repair or replace any boots from the entire EasyCare horse boot line as set out in the EasyCare Horse Boot Return Policy.

Using Easyboots is a natural way to provide hoof protection, traction, treatment, cushioning and correction while allowing the horse to go barefoot at all other times. They fit snugly to the hoof, are lighter and last many times longer than standard steel plates. Properly fitted, they stay on as well as nailed-on shoes with an important advantage – if an Easyboot is pulled off, the rider can put it right back on.

 

New! Updated gaiters now fold back to stay out of the way for easier boot application.

As they are available singly they are a great boot for horses with different hoof sizes.

 

 Epic Sizing

 

EASYBOOT EPIC SIZING:

How to get the correct size boot for your horse: Measure the width of the hoof across the bottom at the widest point.
 
1. Measure the length of the hoof from the toe to the buttress line of the heel.The buttress line is the farthest weight bearing point of the heel.
 
2. Compare your measurement with the proper size chart.
 
3. Ideally, the width and length measurement will fit into the same Easyboot Epic size. If the width and length measurements indicate different Easyboot Epic sizes, select the larger Easyboot Epic size.

If the width and length measurements are different by more than one size, EasyCare hoof boots are not recommended and a different style should be considered.  
   

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Putting on the Easyboot Epic: Loop the 3/4" nylon webbing pull-strap around the back (heel) strap. Fold the gaiter over the back of the boot before fitting the boot over the toe. Pick up the horse’s leg and support it between your knees (as if you were picking the hoof) so that you can use two hands when applying the boot. Place the boot over the horse’s toe and using a slight back and forth twisting motion, slide the boot on the rest of the way keeping the Gaiter from bunching into the boot.

 

Using the pull-strap: After the boot is on as far as it will go, use the nylon pull-strap (one included with each boot) for leverage to pull the boot the rest of the way on, as well as to pull the inside back strap out from under the sole of the hoof. Make sure the back strap is not pulled into the soft area of the heel bulbs. If you are applying the boot over steel shoes, make sure that the back strap is above the back of the shoe.

 

Setting the heel: Put the foot down on the ground and allow the horse to put weight into it. From this position, you may have better leverage with the pull-strap. Remove the pull-strap after the boot has been successfully applied.

 

Fastening the Easyboot Gaiter: Pull the top of the Gaiter tight around the pastern. Fasten the hook and loop straps. The tighter the fit, the better the boot will perform. When fitted tightly, the gaiter makes it nearly impossible for the horse's heel to come out of the boot and eliminates rubbing.

 Due to their great deal of elasticity, gaiter straps cannot be overtightened. Overlap the velcro as much as needed to ensure a tight fit. This overlapping does not compromise the integrity of the gaiter. When properly tightened, it should be difficult to fit a finger between the pastern and the top of the gaiter.

 

 

Locking the cable and buckle: After the boot is on, the inside back strap is in the correct position and the Gaiter is fastened, put the horse’s foot down and set the cable in the tightest position possible. Clamp the buckle down either (a)using the palm of your hand or (b)using your foot. When tight and closed correctly, the buckle should be difficult to open without the aid of a screwdriver or hoof pick. Although the buckle has three adjustments, additional cable tightness can be achieved with different cable wraps (see diagrams). Make sure to unclamp the buckle before adjusting cable.

 

 

1. Standard cable: This is the normal position of the cable at the top of the buckle.

    

2. Loose cable wrap: If more slack is needed, adjust the cable into this position.

    

3. Tight cable wrap: If the cable needs to be tightened, position the cable in this loop formation, around the top of the buckle.

    

4. Incorrect cable wrap: Wrapping the cable in this way will result in frayed or broken wires. The buckle will also be more likely to pop up during use. Do NOT wrap the cable around the buckle clamp.

 

The Easyboot Buckle Pin: can now be added to lock the buckle into place if you wish. The Easyboot Buckle Pin is recommended for rocky trails, endurance events or on horses who have a tendency to open the front Easyboot buckle.

 

A properly applied Easyboot Epic: The back strap is designed to fit snugly, low around the quarters, below the hairline, and below the heel bulbs. If the horse has a very low heel, make sure the strap is not pulled out of its position, or in any way allowed to abrade a low heel.  Horses with low heels may require the back strap to be cut down a notch or two to avoid chafing near the heel bulbs.  Do not use the boot if any portion of the back strap is above the hairline or touching sensitive skin.

 

Important: The Easyboot Epic should fit tight around the hoof and the Gaiter snugly around the pastern. The Easyboot Epics should require effort to put on. After you fit the Easyboot Epic and the horse has had a chance to move around, make sure the Easyboot Epics are still fitted squarely and securely on the hoof. Make sure the Easyboot Epic has not twisted to the side. If the Easyboot Epic has twisted to the side it is either to large or needs to be tightened. Discontinue use if the boot continues to twist. Boots that twist can cause damage to the hoof wall.

 

For flexibility in cold weather, keep the Easyboot Epic in a heated room or soak in hot water before fitting on hoof. 

 Normal use of Easyboot Epics implies removal when not required. It is NOT recommended that the Epic be left on the hoof for more than 24 hours.

Removing the Easyboot: The easiest way to remove a properly fitted Easyboot is to use a flat-head screwdriver. (a) Open the buckle with the screwdriver. If your Easyboot is fitted with a Gaiter, unhook the Gaiter straps. (b) Next, place the screwdriver inside the boot, between the boot and the hoof at the quarter. Wedge the screwdriver under the hoof to pry the boot off. You may have to work both sides of the boot for easier removal. If the boot is fitted over steel shoes, you will have to work the back strap over the back of the shoe for removal.