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Overreach boots are designed to protect the pasterns and heels from injuries, especially in horses that overreach or pull off their shoes. To be effective, they must be properly fitted: neither too big nor too tight.

• Choosing the right size
The overreach boot must fully cover the pasterns without dragging excessively on the ground.
Too short: insufficient protection.
Too long: it can hinder movement, wear out prematurely, or cause rubbing.
The overreach boot should just touch the ground when the foot is placed, without folding or turning inside out.

• Correct positioning
Once in place, the overreach boot must be well-centered around the foot, without spinning. The bottom should regularly encircle the hoof, and the upper part should not compress the fetlock.

• Adjustment and tightening
Excessive tightening can cause overheating, irritation, or swelling, while insufficient tightening promotes rotation or loss of the boot.

• Checks after work
After the session, check for any marks or overheating. Any sign of discomfort indicates a bad fit or an unsuitable model.

For optimal fitting of closed bell boots, it is essential to proceed methodically to ensure both the horse's comfort and the effectiveness of the protection. Start by thoroughly cleaning the hoof and coronary band to remove any sand or mud that could cause friction.

Completely turn the bell boot inside out, then present it from the toe of the hoof, the narrowest area, before sliding it downwards by gradually unrolling it. This technique helps limit stress on the pastern and prevents excessive twisting of the bell boot, which could eventually deform the product.

Once in place, ensure the bell boot correctly covers the bulbs, without excessive pressure on the coronary band or compression of the tissues. The bell boot must be well-centered and allow sufficient freedom of movement to accommodate the horse's natural locomotion, at a walk as well as at faster gaits.

Pro tip: In cold weather or with new bell boots, warm them slightly in your hands or in a temperate environment to soften the material. This facilitates fitting and extends the lifespan of the protection.

The size of your bell boots depends primarily on the size and build of your horse. We generally recommend:
- S: Ponies B, C
- M: Ponies D, Thoroughbreds
- L: Horses, Thoroughbreds
- XL: Horses and large horses