Description
The spikes simply screw into a preformed hole inside your horse's shoe, made by your farrier. All our spikes require a standard 3/8" Whitworth preformed hole.
We recommend that you choose the best spike based on the nature of the ground - soft or hard - and your performance requirements. We recommend that you use a rounded head on the inside edge of the shoe to avoid injury from opposite leg strikes.
Your cleat kit should contain a variety of different shaped cleats to suit your horse's needs, a tap to clean the cleat hole threads before use, a wrench and cleat plugs.
Stud holes should always be plugged when not in use to prevent stones and debris from entering or damaging the hole.
In addition, it may be worthwhile to invest in a magnetic metal bowl that prevents the studs from getting lost and allows them to be found when they fall into the grass.
We recommend checking your stud holes the day before a competition to ensure that the shoe threads are intact and that the studs are applying properly.
After use, be sure to clean and store your cleats in a dry place.
We recommend using plugs to ensure that the pre-formed hole remains free of debris.
How to apply the stud
Before applying the stud, it is important to ensure that the preformed hole is free of debris. It may be helpful to use a tap to help remove any excess dirt.
Start by screwing in the inner dowel, turning it clockwise with your fingers, making sure the dowel neck threads penetrate the hole evenly.
Once the base of the dowel is in contact with the shoe, it is recommended that you use a wrench and give the dowel a final quarter turn to secure it in place.
Helpful Hints
It can be helpful to invest in a magnetic bowl when installing studs. This helps keep the studs together when maneuvering around the horse and is also useful for finding studs that might get lost in the ground.
Safety Instructions
You should always consult your farrier and veterinarian before applying cleats.
Damaged spikes should always be removed immediately.
We recommend removing the cleats immediately after riding.
Cleats should be introduced slowly and not used for extended periods of time so that your horse can get used to the modified traction they provide.
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