I bought Magic (a Tennessee Walker) in May 2007 as a "shod" 12 year old horse. In the fall of 2007 I decided to try my shot at transitioning him to become barefoot. At first I just rode him barefoot on softer trails, avoiding the rockier locations. Since that was limiting, I began with the Easyboots in the spring of 2008. I quickly fell in love with the boots. I could ride ANYWHERE and still have a barefoot horse. I started with the Boa boots because I was chicken that I couldn't manage the Epics...used the Boas till end of summer 2007, then got brave and tried the Epics.....love them all! Now after a full year of first Boas, then Epics, Magic has become tougher and I can ride him barefoot on many trails in my area. Knowing I can slip the boots on whenever in doubt, makes this ongoing process a breeze.
I now have a pair of Easyboot Grips also, which I love in this muddy spring riding season. Whether downhill, uphill or just plain sloshing through a mucky section, the Grips just hang in there, giving Magic firm footing and me peace of mind. It's unbelievable to see that none of these boots have ever come off. Some rides we have been through so much mud, I can't even see the boots!! After digging the mud off, there they are!
I am now working on riding Magic barefoot, even more frequently, entering into our second year without shoes. Thank you so much EasyCare for a great product and the services you offer!! Recently I sent an Epic in to have a new cable put on. In less than a week, I received the repaired boot! I am planning on graduating to the new Easyboot Gloves..whenever my Epics wear out. Might be awhile though, because these are TOUGH boots! I guess that's the price you pay for making a durable product.
JUDY KOHL and MAGIC - Wilmington, OH
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