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Explora Magic Hoof Boots Pair (Set of 2)
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The Explora Magic Hoof Boots offer unbeatable versatility to keep your horse's hooves protected no matter where your ride takes you.
These lightweight, low-maintenance hoof boots feature fully customizable fitting options, adapting both vertically and horizontally. They can even be thermoformed in the lower half of the boot's wall to adapt to different angles and irregularities if needed. Designed to offer comfort and freedom for your horse, these boots have a soft and breathable padded liner, an active frog that allows for flexibility and connection with the ground, side windows for natural hoof expansion, and an all-terrain sole with drainage holes for use on even those wet trails. In addition, the shape of the sole allows for the pushing force of stepping to fall on the heel area instead of the soft bulb area, supporting natural movement. Available in a variety of colors, the Explora Magic boots can even be coordinated to match your other gear.
Please Note: Replacement parts are no longer included with purchase, however, they are still available for purchase. All replacement parts are linked here.
Key Features
- Fully Customizable Fitting
- Adaptable Bulbs Protector
- Soft & Breathable Padded Lining
- Natural Movement & Pushing From Heels
- Active Frog
- Hoof Expansion Windows
- All-Terrain Sole with Drainage Holes
- Set of 2
Sizing
Unsure about how to fit the Explora Magic Hoof Boots? Check out our handy fitting video.
| Size: Regular | Width (mm) | Length (mm) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 105-115 | 110-120 |
| 2 | 115-125 | 120-130 |
| 3 | 125-135 | 130-140 |
| 4 | 135-145 | 140-150 |
| Size: Slim | Width (mm) | Length (mm) |
|---|---|---|
| E1 | 95-105 | 105-115 |
| E2 | 105-115 | 115-125 |
| E3 | 115-125 | 125-135 |
| E4 | 125-135 | 135-145 |
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Customer Reviews
Fit my Appy great!Aloha to all considering this product! I bought mine from a friend who had used them once. I like the fit, and they weren't difficult to put on. The Allen wrench adjustments should be done with good lighting; I have a workbench and corrected one that had been adjusted back to its out-of-the-box setting. I have used them once so far, in a muddy and rocky setting. Lots of lava rock in Hawaii! They performed perfectly. Really, zero complaints other than that they are pricey. Remember, though, it is said that you get what you pay for. This is a high-end product.
Someone wrote that they are "heavy." Well, I flat out don't get that comment. I've owned many brands of hoofwear, and these are solid and well made but not at all what I would call "heavy." I suppose we are all entitled to our own opinion. I gave these 5 stars for their look, that there were extra parts (I bought brand new rear hoof boots), they weren't difficult for me to figure out, they stayed on and didn't twist, my gelding was happy in them, and that I can now ride the road pain free. I will never use steel shoes again!
Sincerely, Maggie Tuttle
Kurtistown, Hawaii
No breakoverThese boots did not fit my horse. If they fit yours, great. I would be concerned that there is no breakover; that would really stress a horse's tendons and ligaments. Also, they are heavy. At the end of the day, you just have to find the boot that fits and use that. These, for my tiny horse, were not it.
RW Response: We apologize that the Explora Magic Hoof Boots Pair (Set of 2) did not work out for you! We do offer an incredible 365-day return policy for items such as these that don't quite meet our customers' expectations. For further aid, we encourage you to reach out to our helpful customer service team to see what we can do to assist you! You can reach us at info@ridingwarehouse.com or by phone at 1-800-620-9145.
The best bootsI never look down to see if I still have the boots on. These have the best fit with no rubs and are easy to put on. Perfect fit every time. I trail ride on all terrain and couldn’t be happier. Best investment!
They are like hiking boots for my horse!I had to make some of the adjustments to get the custom fit. They aren't the easiest boot to put on, but they don't move once they are on and I'm getting better at it. There are no rub marks on my horse's heels at the end of a ride. Our trails can be very rocky here in the Pacific Northwest as well as muddy in the winter. These have great traction. About halfway through our first ride with our new Explora Magic hoof boots, my gelding stopped trying to move along the grassy edge of the trail and picked up the pace. He loves his new hiking boots!
HeavyThese are heavy hoof boots.
Fits wellThey're easy to put on, fit well, and stay on. Highly recommended!
My new favoriteBought 2 sets, used them for a week of hard riding in the rocks and mountains, and then I bought 2 more sets. Luckily, both of our horses wear the same size all around. Our horses have wider rather than longer feet so they're very hard to fit and have them stay on. These do the trick! I raised the bulb area on the fronts only. Only complaint is that the pastern strap should go under the elastic and it can't. I put small, double-sided Velcro straps to hold it down. If it is not secured and comes loose, the boot will come off (at least when climbing a mountain). You also have to ensure the small buttons that secure neoprene lay flat after putting the boot on, or it will cause a rub. Hoof pick can push flat, once you know what to look for. I need to use small pliers and a hoof pick when putting them on, but it's not difficult. I was happy with my horse's movement and the hoof protection provided. Went in a thick mud pond and still stayed secure. My friend lost their Scoot Boots.
Disappointed in boots. Hard to put on!I’ve been booting my horses for many years so these are not my first set. I was intrigued by the room for growth these have as I have one with extremely fast growing hoofs (generally 2mm in 4 weeks). The problem is that unlike other brands these boots don’t “open” for easy install.
I ordered larger based on reviews that they run small. I’m glad I did as I don’t think I’d have been able to get a smaller size on at all. The opening is quite a bit smaller than the bottom so squeezing a hoof in is difficult. We watched the instruction video multiple times. Finally we were able to wiggle to get it mostly on, and then walking around seated the boot.
Boot rode well so once it is on it seems to work. We tried them multiple times over a 2 week ride hoping they would stretch out or that we’d get better putting them on. That didn’t happen. They actually got harder to put on as the hoof grew out!
Recommend Explore Magic hoof bootsThe Explore Magic hoof boots are terrific! Not only do they provide excellent hoof protection even on large gravel, but they also stay on and fit! I love the ability to customize the fit, particularly in the heel. There has been no wear or rub marks on my mare and she walks as comfortably as can be. I also appreciate that one can purchase 'parts' if they get lost or chewed (yes, my mare gets bored). I recommend these boots!
Very happy with these bootsLove that these boots are easy to attach, and adjust and have no velcro. Easy to wash off and dry quickly. You want them to fit snugly but have room for some growth.
Mostly goodThey work well, but the little screws in them frequently come apart and need replacing.
I have since started using lock-tight to make them hold together better.
Explora Magic Hoof BootEasy to put on and remove. Easy to clean. Using for pasture turnout on a gelding with chronic laminitis so can't comment on performance during riding. Down 1 star because one of the neoprene socks was lost on the second week. Seems like that design could be made more stable. I think I may like to try the Explora Solution if they become available to purchase.
pretty nice bootI think these are nice boots but the fitting is a bit touchy. There are several places to adjust the size, but even with that, they rubbed at one of the connections.
Best Boots I've Used!I've been riding barefoot horses and using boots for 25 years. These are the best I've tried, and I've tried many. I ride hard through rugged conditions and these stay on, don't rub, and have good shock absorption and traction. I can't say enough good about these. If you haven't tried them and don't have a boot you like, it's time to try!
Honest , but lengthy, review of Exploras.I love these boots. They stay in place.
I’ve ridden him through bogs and creeks with zero issues.
He has had his crazy and spastic Tasmanian devil Paso episodes and they have stayed on. I have gotten to where I don’t even give them a thought while riding in them. EXCEPT that I am more confident in his footing on boulders and pavement! They provide great traction.
They are easy to put on with a tap, or letting him put his foot down into them.
I love how they are highly adjustable to different hoof conformations. Though, in HIS case, they fit right out of the box. Nice touch that they come with extra straps.
The rubber sole is a little on the soft side, so I wonder how long they will last before wearing down. On the flip side, that same rubber also gives a good grip/footing. The sole moves and flexes which is really nice.
Sometimes the neoprene padding shifts a little while putting them on. (Which usually means it was not secure before placement.) Not a big deal. Just pull off the boot, reposition the neoprene, and reset.
So many pieces are replaceable, too.
I only give them a 4 because no boot is perfect. They have three different straps to secure them. With a fidgeting horse sometimes that’s tough. But, I’d still recommend these.
I have had Renegades (1st gens). And seriously considered going back with them, but finally decided I didn’t want to be messing with that cabling system. (They frayed. In fairness, I had a Peruvian with low under-slung heels. His hoof conformation really put a lot of pressure on the heel captivators, stressing the cables).
I’ve had Cavallos in the past, too. Cavallos are just so clunky and I didn’t want that this time, or anything to interfere with my Paso’s lateral gait. Or to rub around the patterns. He has no issue with these Explora boots and maintaining his nice gait. In fact, I think he loves them because they provide good protection on our NC mountain gravel roads and rocky trails,
Lastly, very easy to clean.
Showed them to my natural hoof trimmer and he liked these Exploras. They are the best combination of functional boot designs out there and so far they are working out really well. I’d buy them again!
If you’re thinking about trying them…I would! Because you’d easily be able to sell them used online if they somehow didn’t work for your horse.
Too smallI had high hopes for these boots but they were too small even when I used the sizing guide. My horse is a 5 slim in Cavallos and 7s in scoots and these boots are way too small.
Absolutely impressed!Just came home from a 3-day ride in the rugged Black Hills. My Willow girl led the group the entire way, wearing her Explora Magic Boots! They never slipped, twisted, or rubbed the entire weekend. We had rain, hail, mud, rock, steep inclines, steep declines, numerous creek crossings, bridges, downfall trees, and just about any terrain you would ever come across. I am a huge fan, and may never shoe my horses again! Wish there was a way to attach a video of where these boots went!
My only regret is not trying them soonerThese are hands down the best boots I have used- and I used most of the major brands out there. They are very adjustable- both in heel length and height. They look complicated but once you get the hang of them theyre easy to put on & remove.
I have tried every boot that is out there and these are definitely great boots. They stay on through all terrain, with deep mud, etc. They have great tread and they are not noisy like other boots. They have a great break over and are not difficult to use.
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Comments: Took a bit to get the right size but once I did, I am VERY happy with them It is not exactly easy to put on snug. I am 59, but once on all good. Ordering the hinds next!!
From: Anne- Auburn, Alabama, USA
Comments: I have been an Easyboot Glove Gal for a long time. But I now have a lovely young mare who is High/Low in the front and just crooked in the back (which will hopefully straighten as she fills out). I have tried Gloves, Renegades, and Flex Hoof boots. Had an issue with each one- they either twisted or came off. Out of desperation, I tried the Explora Hoof boots- a pricey venture if they don't work as all of the others. These boots are top-notch! They have a flexible shell like a Glove, a more sturdy sole like a Renegade, but with a more flexible heel area. They have a few ways to make adjustments to the height/length. Fairly easy to get on. And most importantly- THEY STAYED ON!!! I did a few trial rides at home and then a 30-mile endurance ride. There was mud, but they stayed on. They are the first boots that I can canter this mare in without one turning or coming off. I'm thrilled with them!! Highly recommend!!
From: Kerri- Penn Yan, NY, USA
Comments: My boy fit in the size 2 rather snuggly but the 3's looked too big. We went with the 2's. They are a little tough to get on due to the snug fit but the RW video showed her walking her gelding around to seat the boots. That seemed to work great. I struggled a little with attaching the side strap rubber thingies on the posts but think it will get easier as things stretch out and my coordination gets smoother. The adjustments were easier than it looked. Yesterday I went for an 8.5 mile ride with a couple young friends that liked to yeehaw up hills..what a great way to test boots! The boots didn't budge and I had the side straps and the fetlock straps really loose. If they didn't come off while galloping madly up a hill, they probably won't come off. No rubs on this quick 8.5 mile ride, either. So far two thumbs up! (PS I am a die-hard EasyBoot Gloves fan but thought I would give these a shot since they don't have any velcro to wear out and collect stickers).
From: Sally- Star, ID
Comments: I have had my share of hoof boots over the years, and have used 6 different brands. I cannot tell you how many I've lost on trail rides in mud. I have had luck with boots on regular terrain, but thick sucking mud is the worst to come across on a trail. I always have to worry about losing a boot or trying to go around it. I bought these boots for a trail ride to Uwharrie National Forest in NC recently. NC has had a very wet winter and spring and the trails were spotty with watery, thick mud. These boots were the bomb diggity!! After the first day of riding, I barely glanced at my horse's feet for the rest of the weekend. These boots held on knee-deep mud, deep rocky streams, rocky hill climbs/descends, and slick trails. LOVE THEM!!
From: Sandee - North Carolina, USA
Comments: Explora Magic Boots are two thumbs up from me and 4 hooves up from my paint mare Tilly. We trotted, we turned, we went thru sand, we cantered, we did technical rocks and I didn’t have to get off once!!! The boots stayed ON and when we got to the trailer not a rub at all!!! 12 tough, fast and slow miles of various terrain. Happy campers both of us. Yes they look COMPLICATED but aren’t. I set all the adjustments to the middle settings and then they pop on and off like some other brands with just one strap which easily fastens. Did I mention they stayed ON!!! I’m a huge fan!
From: Christina - USA
Comments: I've tried many boots for my horse with more upright heels and dorsal hoof wall, without a good fit. I LOVE these, they fit without rubbing or twisting. They are so adjustable. Tech support at info@explorahorseboots.com was EXCELLENT. I sent them pics and they gave me advice and feedback on how to adjust straps. Once adjusted, they are easy to put on (not as easy as some other brands, but still OK). Make sure the hoof measurements are within the limits for your size. Just ordered a second pair!
From: Vicky - NC, USA