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    Horse hoof trimming – When is a hoof due for a trim?

    Updated: Apr 15, 2021 Horse hoof trimming is an important topic, and it’s no secret that we recommend a GOOD weekly maintenance trim for horses, and…

    Got weird hooves?

    Updated: Jan 30, 2023 Some barefoot horse owners struggle to find hoof boots that fit their horse’s hooves. This can be because of a variety of…

    “How Flex Boots are helping with our barefoot transition” by Minja and Nim

    Before I tell about our barefoot transition in more detail, first, a bit of background. Nim is a 9yo thoroughbred gelding who I bought in…

    Top tips for riding on gravel roads in hoof boots

    Updated: Jul 4, 2023 This post is by endurance rider Jaana Päiväranta from Finland, originally written in 2020 and updated in 2023. She has extensive experience…

    5 tips to help your Flex Boots last longer

    Updated: Sep 13, 2020 This post gives you our five top tips that will help your Flex Boots last longer. 1. Keep the hooves free of…

    Find the best hoof boots for your horse – Are Flex Boots right for your horse?

    Updated: Sep 13, 2020 Which ones are the best hoof boots for your horse? We all want the best for our horses, whether it’s tack, vet…

    Flex neoprene gaiter adjustments

    Updated: Jan 23, 2023 Although Flex Boots fit many shapes of hooves, there are always some hooves that the fit isn’t quite perfect for. However, with…

    Flex back strap adjustment

    Updated: Jan 23, 2023 Sometimes I see Flex Boots where the back strap has been adjusted too tight. The tight back strap does not hold the…

    3 steps to well-functioning Flex Boots

    Updated: Sep 28, 2022 Flex Hoof Boots are the softest boots on the market. In order to make the best use of them, the horse owner…