Q. What are Old Mac's used for?
A. Old Mac's Multi Purpose Horse Boots are a genuine replacement for the metal shoe in day-to-day riding. Old Mac's will assist injury prevention and/or rehabilitation and, no matter your discipline, should be worn during all transportation.
Q. What benefits are there for horse and rider if I chose to use Old Mac's?
A. Peace
of mind for both you and your horse! Old Mac's provide hoof suspension,
helping prevent concussion-related injuries to the horse's limbs. Old Mac's
unique high-tech performance outsole offers improved traction, eliminates
slipping during transportation as well as preventing hoof and lower limb
injuries. Old Mac's potentially mean fewer veterinary bills and will give
your horse more confidence. Your horse's hooves will be stronger and healthier
without the presence of nails and, because your horse CANNOT throw an Old
Mac, no more frustration of having to replace metal shoes.
Q. Are Old Mac's worn on all four feet?
A. Most horses will only need Old Mac's on the front feet as the front feet bear approximately 70% of a horse's body weight during rapid movement - this action causes most concussion-related injuries to the front lower limbs. If you intend riding your horse over considerable distances, or frequently work on hard or uneven surfaces, you may require Old Mac's on all four feet. For transportation it is recommended Old Mac's be worn on all four feet.
Q. Do I require the same size Old Mac's front and back?
A. Due
to the unique adjustability of Old Mac's Multi Purpose Horse Boots, the
same size can be worn on both front and hind feet. If when measuring your
horse's hind hooves you find they are distinctly narrower across the heels
and quarters than the front hooves, you can use a size smaller on the rear
for the perfect fit for performance work.
Q. Am I going to be able to put Old Mac's on my horse on my own?
A. YES. The simplicity and practical design of Old Mac's means ANYONE can fit Old Mac's Multi Purpose Horse Boots. The user-friendly fastening system ensures optimum fit and security, providing maximum confidence and comfort for the horse.
Q. Can I Leave Old Mac's on all the time?
A. We
recommend you DO NOT leave Old Mac's on any horse longer than 24 hours
at a time. The boots should only be worn while working your horse. When
you turn your horse out, remove Old Mac's and leave your friend's hooves
in their natural state. For horses in rehabilitation requiring extended
wear, please monitor the boot closely to ensure your horse's optimum comfort.
Q. How long will Old Mac's last?
A. This depends on a number of factors, including how often you ride, on what sort of terrain and for how long. Old Mac's are fully guaranteed for six months this equates to a minimum four shoeings given that a horse should be shod every 5-7 weeks.
Q. Can Old Mac's get waterlogged?
A. No. Any water that does enter the boot will automatically drain at the heel area. ALL materials used in the production of Old Mac's are of the highest quality and 100% waterproof.
Q. How much does one Old Mac weigh?
A. A
single size 4 Old Mac weighs approximately 500g.
Q. Can I ride my horse with Old Mac's on over the top of metal shoes?
A. DEFINITELY NOT. Old Mac's change the angle of the leg when worn with metal shoes. This is fine for transportation but will affect your horse's gait and balance with a rider on its back. This could lead to injuries to both horse and rider. Metal shoes also prevent the necessary close contact of the boot with the hoof needed for performance work. The only time Old Mac's should be worn over metal shoes is for transportation purposes.
Q. If I choose to only use Old Mac's for transportation purposes how do I select the correct sized boot for wearing over the top of metal shoes?
A. Simply
measure your horse's hoof WITH METAL SHOES ON and follow Old Mac's sizing
instructions. Wearing Old Mac's during transportation provides total hoof
protection, eliminating the problem of your horse throwing a shoe, minimises
the chance of injury, including hoof wall bruising. When you arrive at
your destination, no matter your discipline, your horse will be ready to
compete.
Q. My horse
twists its hooves when he makes ground contact and wears metal shoes unevenly.
Can I use Old Mac's?
A. No. This is a sign of bad conformation or an unbalanced trim. You should ONLY use Old Macs' for transportation. The reason being that the amazing traction of Old Mac's prevents the boot twisting with the hoof. This means that the hoof will twist in the boot, which will cause the main strap to rub during rapid movement. This extreme action is obviously absent during transportation when your horse is only walking. If you chose to use the boot, monitor closely to ensure your horse's optimum comfort.
Q. How do Old Mac's cope with hoof growth and expansion and do they allow the hoof sufficient slide as it contacts the ground?
A. Old
Mac's unique outsole design allows for the natural growth, expansion and
contraction of the hoof. This design not only allows for necessary movement
at ground level but also forward movement of the whole hoof within the
boot. Suspension offered in the toe of the boot ensures the whole hoof
can be safely and comfortably projected forward in a fast-stopping situation.
It is this action, along with the small amount of slippage allowed by the
sole of the boot, that minimises stress delivered to the leg.
Q. What are Old Mac's made of?
A. The easy-to-fit, fully adjustable upper utilises high-quality, waterproof Du Pont Cordura combined with specially developed cushioning foam laminated to waterproof leather. These materials, together with high-grade velcro, kevlar (TM) thread, rust proof metal, nitrex foam and special abrasion resistant leather, result in a durable, protective covering for the entire hoof. The revolutionary Multi Purpose Horse Boot also incorporates a high-tech performance outsole moulded in a specially developed Thermo Plastic Urethane (TPU) compound.
This Hoof Suspension(TM) System features:
- High density foam collar covered in waterproof leather
- Easy to fit adjustable upper
- High quality laminated waterproof DuPont Cordura
- Unique high performance outsole
- Waterproof webbing
- High tensile strength
- High abrasion resistance
- High tear strength
- High traction on all surfaces
- High shock absorption qualities
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