Neoprene over-reach boots shaped for a perfect fit. Designed to sit low over the bulb of the heels giving protection when it works. Double velcro fastening for added security.
Advantages: Selection of sizes, Cheap. Disadvantages: Fall down, Nylon straps can stretch.
I bought these boots about three years ago after reading about them in one of the horse magazines. Westropp has been going for years so they are a reputable company.
My horse is a 16.2hh TB x so I went along to my saddlers and bought a pair in the Large size.
Fitting them was easy and the clip buckles are easy to use.
What first attracted me to them was that they were made of neoprene bound with PVC padding which I thought was good for the horse as some of the leather knee boots can be quite hard and stiff.
I hack out quite alot and these were a must have buy.
For the first time I ensured the boots were properly fastened and in the right place which wasnt a problem.
However half way into the ride I discovered that one of the knee boots had fallen down, luckily we had stopped and another rider had alerted me.
I put the boot back ...
Advantages: More difficult to lose. Disadvantages: Difficult to get off.
I am quite enjoying writing about different horse boots. I am finding it interesting as it is something I use without thinking. As I have already mentioned, they have more pairs than me. These boots that I am reviewing are Weaterbeeta Over-ReachBoots Showjumper. They are not exclusively for showjumping but there does happen to be a high percentage of use amonst showjumpers.
Over-ReachBoots.
* * * * * * * * * * * * * *
Over-Reachboots are the kind of thing you have one of in the tack room. They are a bit like odd socks. When you have one, it never matches the one that you already have lying around! That is one of the facts of life of the over-reachboot.
Over-reachboots are made from rubber and are designed to prevent over-reach injuries. Over-reach injuries occur only on the front feet. When a horse over-reaches ...
Advantages: Protect knees in the event of a fall. Disadvantages: Most of the time unnecessary.
Here is another horse boot review. They seem to have more boots than I have. Not just that, their shoes are more expensive and they need new ones every 6 weeks. This review is about Westropp Dual Density Knee Boots.
What are Knee Boots?
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *
Knee boots are used to protect the horses knee. There are several types available, the pads are quite hard on some and a bit softer on others. They are basically a large pad designed to cover the knee. it is attached with one stap above and one strap underneath.
When are Knee Boots used?
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *
Knee boots are not widely used. They are not really an essential everyday item. Some people use them for road work to protect the horse knees if they do happen to have a fall. They tend to be used more for young ...
Product Information for "Westropp Over-Reach Boot" »
Product details
Long Name
Over-Reach Boot
Type
Horse Wear
Genre
Boots
Manufacturer
Westropp
Manufacturer's product description
Neoprene over-reach boots shaped for a perfect fit. Designed to sit low over the bulb of the heels giving protection when it works. Double velcro fastening for added security.
