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Metal Horseshoes |
Imprint Sport Shoes |
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Rigid |
Flexible |
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Forged |
Moulded |
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Nailed |
Glued and Bonded |
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Heavy |
Light-weight |
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Transmits high frequency shock |
Absorbs high frequency shock |
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Limits hoof function |
Assimilates hoof function |
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Heightens risk of injury |
Eliminates risk of injury from metal and nails |
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Increases concussion |
Minimises concussion |
Q. What are Imprint Sport shoes?
Q. How are Imprint Sport shoes fitted?
Q. What are the benefits of using Imprint Sport shoes?
Q. What is the difference between Imprint Sport horseshoes and metal horseshoes?
Q. How long will Imprint Sport shoes last?
Q. Do I need to make any changes to my regime when switching to Imprint Sport shoes?
Q. Can Imprint Sport shoes be used for all disciplines?
Q. What studs should I use with Imprint Sport shoes?
A. We shoe horses to:
• Protect the hoof from injury and increase longevity
• Prevent the hoof from wearing faster than it grows
• Improve grip
• Enhance performance
Q. What are Imprint Sport shoes?
A. Imprint Sport shoes are a unique development of modern, composite,
light-weight polymers formulated to assimilate the hoof’s function and properties.
Being fully mouldable, Imprint Sport plastic horseshoes fit perfectly and restore your horse’s
natural hoof movement, becoming part of the hoof – a real advancement
and alternative to metal shoes.
Q. How are Imprint Sport shoes fitted?
A. Imprint Sport shoes are fitted by your qualified farrier and are moulded and bonded to your
horses hoof without the need for nails. Imprint Sport shoes will even help reduce brittle hoof
walls and hoof cracks often caused by constant nailing. Available in five sizes of both front
and hind shoes – Imprint Sport shoes cater for most horses.
For further information regarding our Advanced Farrier Course programmes [click here]
or any other query, call the Imprint Sport Adviceline on 01666 822953.
Q. What are the benefits of using Imprint Sport shoes?
A. The benefits of switching to Imprint Sport shoes include:
• Light-weight plastic horseshoe – more efficient and energy-saving
• Mouldable – perfect, comfortable, cushioned fit every time
• Fully flexible – restores natural hoof function and elevates performance and confidence
• Modern composite polymers – absorbs shock, reduces concussion and minimises lameness
• Maximum grip – improved safety on a variety of surfaces
• No metal or nails – reduced risk of injury
Q. What is the difference between Imprint Sport horseshoes and metal horseshoes?
Q. How long will Imprint Sport shoes last?
A. Imprint Sport shoes usually out-last steel for wear, but the shoeing cycle is usually the same
as for steel shoes given the need to trim and balance the hoof regularly. A new set of Imprint
Sport shoes are therefore fitted each time.
Imprint Sport plastic horseshoes are made from a bio-degradable material.
Q. Do I need to make any changes to my regime when switching to Imprint Sport shoes?
A. No, but do allow your horse time to adjust to Imprint Sport shoes – they will feel different
when compared to his old shoes. Imprint Sport plastic horseshoes will maintain the moisture
content of the hoof so no need to use oils or greases on the hoof – only spirit-based
disinfectant is recommended.
Q. Can Imprint Sport shoes be used for all disciplines?
A. Imprint Sport shoes can be used for most disciplines, eventing, show jumping, dressage
and endurance, but are not recommended for racing on hard-going turf – there is a need for
studs.
Q. What studs should I use with Imprint Sport shoes?
A. Imprint Sport recommends hexagonal head studs but if square studs are used (11mm),
a 14mm washer must be placed between the shoe and stud.
Q. Can I use Imprint Sport shoes for all ground conditions?
A. Yes, for most, but for extra grip in icy conditions use tungsten pins in both heels of the shoe.