Velcro Overreach Boots

Velcro Overreach Boots, also known as bell boots, provide practical protection for horses prone to overreaching with their hind hooves onto their front heels.

Made from thick, strong and flexible rubber, these boots are designed to withstand regular use while helping protect the front heel area from overreach strikes. The Velcro closure makes fitting and removal easier, while the smooth inner lip is designed to help minimise rubbing.

Available in Black or White and sizes S, M, L and XL.

Key Features & Benefits

• Strong, flexible rubber construction
• Thick rubber designed to resist tearing and wear
• Velcro closure for easy fitting and removal
• Smooth inner lip designed to help minimise rubbing
• Protects front heels from overreach strikes
• Helps reduce the risk of a horse catching and pulling off a front shoe
• Suitable for schooling, turnout and competition preparation
• Available in Black or White
• Sizes S, M, L and XL

When to Use Overreach Boots

Overreach boots are useful for horses that are prone to overreaching, where the hind hoof can strike or step onto the front heel.

They can be used for:

• Showjumping
• Cross-country warm-up
• General schooling
• Turnout
• Everyday exercise
• Horses prone to repeatedly pulling off their front shoes

Ideal For

• Horses that overreach
• Horses that frequently catch their front heels
• Horses prone to pulling off front shoes
• Jumping horses
• Horses requiring additional heel protection during turnout
• Everyday schooling and exercise

Fitting Guide

Wrap the boot around the horse's hoof and secure the Velcro closure so that it is secure without being excessively tight.

The boot should sit correctly around the hoof and heel area without restricting movement or creating pressure points.

Check the fit regularly, particularly during longer periods of use, and inspect the heel and pastern for signs of rubbing or irritation.

FAQs

What are Velcro overreach boots used for?
They help protect a horse's front heels when the hind hooves strike or step onto the front feet during movement.

Are these also called bell boots?
Yes. Overreach boots and bell boots are commonly used to describe this type of protective horse boot.

Do these boots have Velcro?
Yes. They feature a Velcro closure, making them easier to fit and remove than pull-on styles.

What are they made from?
They are made from thick, strong and flexible rubber.

Do they help prevent pulled shoes?
They can help reduce the risk of a horse catching its front shoe with a hind hoof, which may help reduce shoe-pulling incidents.

Are they suitable for turnout?
Yes. They can be used for turnout protection for horses prone to overreaching.

What colours are available?
Black and White.

What sizes are available?
S, M, L and XL.

Product Information

• Product: Velcro Overreach Boots
• Also known as: Bell Boots
• Material: Flexible rubber
• Closure: Velcro
• Colours: Black, White
• Sizes: S, M, L, XL
• Primary use: Front heel and hoof protection
• Suitable for: Schooling, turnout and competition preparation

Important: Correct sizing and fitting are essential. Check the horse's heel and pastern regularly for rubbing or irritation. These boots provide protective coverage but cannot guarantee prevention of injury or pulled shoes.