Below you will find guidelines for evaluating Scoot Boot fit. It's important to consider all the relevant factors when determining the best fit and not rely on one indicator alone. That being said, we've found the the fit at the heel bulbs is the most telling indicator so pay special attention to that area when evaluating fit.
If you have any questions evaluating the fit on your horse, please don't hesitate to contact us.
Factors to consider when evaluating fit:
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How hard is it to put the boot/shell on?
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The right size should require a little effort to put on your horse’s hoof, about the same effort you would use to put on a pair of well-fitted cowboy boots.
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If the boot/shell just slips on like a pair of slippers, that suggests it may be too big.
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If you have to wrestle with it to get it on, that suggests it may be too small.
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What does the gap in the front look like? This is a less reliable indicator, so don’t focus on it too much.
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Fasten the front straps to evaluate with boots or hold the sides together to evaluate with sizing shells. Ideally the gap in the front should be roughly parallel.
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If the gap closes and the sides touch at the top, that suggests it may be too big.
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If the gap widens and creates a stretched-open V, that suggests it may be too small.
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Are the heel bulbs filling the heel area? Important! This is what keeps the boots stable.
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The heel bulbs should protrude out and fill the space between/below the heel strap. Also, it's important for the middle vertical thong piece to sit snug in the cleft between the heel bulbs.
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If the heel bulbs aren't protruding out and the middle vertical thong piece isn't making good contact in the cleft between them, that size is probably too big or you may need a shim in the front.
Pro Tip: take into account where your horse is in the trim cycle. For example, a boot that seems too big at the end of the trim cycle will probably be much too big right after a trim.
Fitting and taking off your Scoot Boots