EasyCare Hoof Boot
& Horseshoe Buying Guide

The Performance Riding hoof boots by EasyCare are specifically manufactured for aggressive use that consists of long-distance and speed riding, averaging around 50 to 100 miles during a single day or over the course of a week. These hoof boot styles are low in profile and provide a secure fit to reduce interference and protect your horse's hooves from issues caused by increased training time, like chipping. The Performance Riding line holds up to challenging riding conditions over a variety of terrains.

A few glue-on hoof boot styles from EasyCare are ideal for total hoof protection during intense conditioning and competition. Applied with either the Vettec Adhere or Sikaflex 227, the Easyboot Glue-On is unique in that they're left on no longer than 5 days in a wet environment and 10 days in a dry environment. Sold as singles to accommodate different sizing between each of your horse's hooves (if necessary), these glue-on hoof boots are generally used only once.

The Easyboot LC Love Child is similar in that it's also sold in single sizes. However, this style can provide hoof protection throughout an entire 4- to 6-week trim cycle—making it a great option for conditioning and endurance competitions, as well as therapy treatments. It is not recommended to use Sikaflex during the application of the LC Love Child, but Vettec Adhere glue instead. EasyCare does not suggest re-setting these hoof boots after their initial use, so this glue-on hoof boot is used only once as well.

With the Versa Grips, you can get the feel of an iron shoe but at a lighter weight. The Versa Grip is a hybrid polyurethane shoe with a mild steel core to help the front half of the shoe remain rigid. This nail-on style is applied like a traditional aluminum shoe and can typically be reset. An ideal choice for trail, endurance, rehab, police, and sport horses, these horseshoes have also been seen in dressage, show jumping, and barrel racing! A thicker profile and deep tread allow for durability with more aggressive use.

A simple application of the EasyCare HoofLox Super Glue to the integrated finger tabs holds these glue-on horseshoes on for a full 6- to 8-week trim cycle. You can typically clean and reset these shoes once or twice per pair, which gives you more bang for your buck. A quick and easy gluing process makes the Octos a great choice for those diving into the world of glue-on horseshoes. They even hold up to 100-mile endurance races!

Allows for easy injection of adhesive glue, like HoofLox Urethane Adhesive, through the application ports on the integrated cuffs. These horseshoes can stay on for a full 6- to 8-week trim cycle and can typically be reset once or twice. EasyCare suggests these shoes for any riding disciplines or for therapy purposes. As a suggestion, the option of copper sulfate padding can be integrated for additional protection; this helps prevent the possibility of thrush while your horse is wearing their shoes!

The Versa Grip Golds have independent mild steel plates on either front end for secure nailing and weight reduction. With their mild steel construction, there is increased shoe flexibility; however, note that these shoes will not revert back to their original shape if bent. The Versa Grip Golds provide rigid support at the quarters and are great for endurance, trail, rehab, police, and sport horses. This shoe style features an aggressive tread and is a versatile option for many different riding and rehab situations!

The Versa Grip Light features an aggressive tread pattern with no metal to make the lightest and most flexible horseshoe. These shoes can be nailed on, or you can weld the corresponding tabs to make a Versa Grip Glue or Versa Grip Octo style for gluing. A cost-efficient option that is easy to shape and fit, the Versa Grip Lights can be reset for continued use. The aggressive tread pattern makes this style a great choice for a variety of riding activities!

The EasyShoe 3D Composite was crafted for track and arena sports in sandy conditions, so your horse can have hoof protection while maintaining good traction. A simple application of the HoofLox Super Glue to the integrated finger tabs holds these horseshoes on for a full 4- to 6-week trim cycle. Considered to be the most flexible shoe by EasyCare, the 3-D Composite ensures vertical and lateral hoof expansion.

The EasyShoe Performance Glue is a wide-webbed shoe with integrated frog support that does not hamper heel expansion and contraction. The frog plate acts as a natural shock absorber, and the open design allows these shoes to be placed properly for your horse's optimal breakover. Designed to last one full 3- to 6-week trim cycle, the Performance Glues have been used for trail and endurance riding, dressage, therapeutic benefits in lame horses, and more. These shoes also hold pour-in packing very well!

When the EasyShoe Performance N/G is applied as a glue-on with adhesive, like the Vettec Equi-Thane Adhere Adhesive Glue, and will stay on for a full 3- to 6-week trim cycle without impeding upon heel expansion and contraction! The three integrated toe clips help keep these horseshoes in place without extending your horse's breakover. The wide web design supports your horse's hooves with side-to-side flex while absorbing shock and concussion. EasyCare recommends these shoes for all riding disciplines and activities. Note that when glued, these shoes cannot be reset!

The EasyShoe Speed offers integrated cuffs for easy gluing with acrylic glue, while the thinner webbing provides your horse with more grip by allowing their hooves to sink further into the ground. These urethane horseshoes are specifically designed for performance horses to increase traction on footing that's considered more slippery, plus their lightweight design makes them especially ideal for trail and endurance riding. They stay on for a full 3- to 6-week trim cycle and can be reset, typically up to 1-2 times per pair. If independent heel movement is desired, the center keyhole brace can be removed for more flexibility. These can even be used for therapy purposes!

The EasyShoe Speed Metal is recommended for riders looking for more structure or the option to nail the shoes, thanks to the additional support of aluminum inserts. These hybrid horseshoes can be glued if desired and are geared towards performance horses, such as those in barrel racing or show jumping, to increase traction on grass and arena footing. They stay on for a full 3- to 6-week trim cycle and can be reset, typically up to 1-2 times per pair. If independent heel movement is desired, the center keyhole brace can be removed for more flexibility; or you can cut off the entire caudal support to create an open heel design!

The EasyShoe Speed Metal Trac provides the most traction in the Speed lineup, courtesy of 4 threaded inserts that allow the option of adding 3/8" studs—making these horseshoes ideal for the most slick and sloppy of terrains (like grass). Integrated cuffs allow for easy gluing with an acrylic glue, or you can nail these shoes without compromising structural support thanks to the aluminum inserts. These hybrid horseshoes stay on for a full 3- to 6-week trim cycle and can be reset, typically up to 1-2 times per pair. The Speed Metal Trac are highly recommended for disciplines like cross country where soft footing is common!

An innovative new take on a glue-on shoe! Built with three layers, the durable rubber outsole, soft rubber midsole, and clear PU upper, to make the perfect theraputic riding shoe. Featuring a wedge and roller mechanism that can be modified using a grinder. Fashioned with gap-filling mushroom cuffs that are compatible with acrylic and urethane adhesives. After one shoeing cycle, the mushroom cuffs can be removed and re-set for another cycle, allowing multiple resets. Made to reduce impact and stress on joints and soft tissue.

The ultimate performance horseshoe, this lightweight shoe is made for hunters, jumpers, dressage, polo, and more. Utilizing urethane that is bonded to a metal plate, this lightweight shoe offers your horse more movement and agility than a traditional shoe. Easy to glue cuffs are compatible with both acrylic and urethane adhesives, and may also be cut off so the shoe may be nailed on. With 3D HoofCare frog support, it has a theraputic support for horses that need it or it can be cut out for those who do not.

A fully urethane performance shoe with no metal inserts, ensuring you have a lightweight and flexible shoe. Intrigrated frog support, developed with 3D Hoof Care Technology, absorbs impact on joints and soft tissue. Thin webbing allows the hoof to sink into the ground for more traction and grip, making it a great option for performance horses competeing on grass or in the arena.

The integrated mushroom cuffs are compatible with HoofLox Acrylic, HoofLox Urethane, and HoofLox Platinum. The mushroom cuffs can be removed and re-set for additional shoe cycles. This shoe will allow your horse all of the benefits of being barefoot while still maintaining the support and shock absorption of a shoe.

The EasyShoe One Sticky Shoe is a dual density composite shoe with built in tabs. A molded frog support is a soft and shocking absorbing layer built to offer cushion to the frog and sole. The center support also promotes natural bloodflow and hoof health. Easily customize the shoe by re-shaping the heel and using the pre-made cut lines allow you to easily remove the frog support, if needed. With a larger surface area from the sticky tabs, the super glue has improved adhesion to the hoof.

A dual density horse shoe thats meant to support the frog and work with the natural movement of the hoof. The intigrated frog support provides shock absorption for the frog and sole, while the flexible urethane enables hooves to naturally expand and shift. This shoe can be applied with acrylic or urethane adhesives. Fitted with cut lines for easy customization on each hoof.

A truly versatile therapeutic shoe applicable for a variety of medical needs. Allowing veterinarians and farriers to nail, glue, or cast this shoe and continually adjust it throughout a trim cycle. Utilizing four threaded t-nuts, this thinner shoe is compatible with a variety of therapeutic bottoms. These bottoms can be adjusted, swapped, or removed at any time in the trim cycle. The EasyCare EasyShoe Adapter Kit offers the full range of optional bottoms for the shoe. The kit includes an adapter shoe, wedge, roller, clog, and tenotomy bottom. Due to the complex nature and applications of this shoe, we recommend consulting your veterinarian and/or farrier when using this product.

The EasyShoe Roller is a therpeutic shoe that is built to relieve pressure on tendon and liagments by reducing leverage at the toe. Crafted with additional material at the back of the shoe, it can be fully customized and adjusted to your horses needs. 3D HoofCare provides complete support for the frog, which can be removed if needed. Easy to glue cuffs are compatible with both acrylic and urethane adhesives, and may also be cut off so the shoe may be nailed on.

When the EasyShoe Performance N/G is applied as a nail-on shoe, it can accept up to eight nails in the two integrated nailing plates for ultimate security! The translucent urethane material ensures the white line of the hooves is still visible during a nail application. The three integrated toe clips help keep these horseshoes in place without extending breakover, and there is plenty of vertical and lateral flexion for your horse. Designed to stay on for a 3- to 6-week trim cycle, these horseshoes can be reset for continued use if they have been straight nailed.

The EasyCare EasyShoe One Nail is a urethane shoe, complete with nailing plates and a dual-density frog support through the center. The intigrated frog support provides additional shock absorption and sole relief. The center is capable of holding packing materials. The perfect shoe for perfomance horses who require additonal frog and sole support.

We highly encourage you to read through our guide on how to choose horse hoof boots for insight on what to keep in mind when it comes to booting your horse. For EasyCare's horseshoes, talk with your veterinarian or farrier for a consultation on what they recommend for your horse. Check out some of the EasyCare hoof boots we highlight in our Best Horse Hoof Boots article if you want additional recommendations.

EasyCare offers a generous 45-day money-back guarantee on their products. If you are not satisfied with your EasyCare product for any reason, you can return it back to us within 45 days of purchase for a refund or store credit. Please be aware that EasyCare's guarantee does not cover the following:

• Adhesives and packing materials
• Boots that have been modified or altered by heat fitting or application of studs
• Boots used over steel, aluminum, or composite horseshoes
• Damage inflicted by omnivorous horses, rodents, or other unusual abuse
• Glue-On boots, shoes, products, or accessories that are not in their original, unopened packaging (this includes all EasyShoe styles)

If you are outside of EasyCare's 45-day warranty window, you are still welcome to take advantage of Riding Warehouse's 365-day return policy. Products returned to us in new, store-bought condition are eligible for an exchange, refund, or Riding Warehouse store credit for the full purchase value. Products returned that are unable to be returned to stock are still eligible to receive Riding Warehouse store credit.