Safe Winter Riding on Snow and Ice
…more slippery than regular shoes. Nails and Studs If your horse spends minimal time on slick surfaces and doesn’t travel through much snow, specially designed horseshoe nails or studs may…
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Winter Riding on Ice and Snow
…the two heels of each hind shoe or of all four shoes; you screw the studs in before each ride and remove them afterward. The up side of screw-in studs…
Driving Road Safety Series: Roadworthy Details
…When are studs better than borium? Studs are usually more useful on turf as opposed to paved road. Gobs of borium may be suitable for horses that spend most of…
Winter Horse Hoof Care
…5.5mm screw-in calks for the shoes. Contact: (866) WALK-EASY; www.easywalkerhorseshoes.com. *Hoof boots. You can now find hoof boots with removable winter studs. One manufacturer that offers his feature is EasyCare…
Ask Horse Journal: 01/99
Drawbacks To One Caulk Hole Outweigh Benefits I am an experienced farrier and read your article on caulks and studs (August 1998). For many years I have been shoeing for…
Lipizzan
…produced heavy carriage horses. Riding horses and light carriage horses came from the Lipizza stud although breeding stock was exchanged between the studs. The Kladrub stud produced Maestoso and Favory,…
Make the Most of Winter Turnout for Your Horse
…ice studs or borium. The easiest defense against large patches of ice is to keep water from pooling in your pastures. By using drains, grading and gravel, you can water…
Cold Weather Riding Considerations
…studs if you’re concerned about slipping, though weigh the benefits against added stress to the horse’s legs. If “snowballing” in feet is a problem, ask your farrier about fitting your…
English Horse Bridle Choices: Make it Simple
…field, but we’re seeing some reappearing today. Hardware is another consideration. Cheek pieces and reins can be attached with the traditional hook studs or buckles. Buckles are easier for most…
Weaver Leather Takes Economy Bridles To A Higher Level
…pliers now it’s doubtful they’re ever going to be easy to use. Note to see if the studs are seated tightly and that there’s ample room to maneuver the strap…