The Airlite triple layer system , developed in conjunction with a world renowned expert in equine exercise physiology, uses an innovative combination of materials. The objective was to create a boot light enough to use in racing, cross country riding and endurance sports, while providing excellent protection from concussion or penetration injuries. The outer layer is made of ethylene vinyl acetate (EVA), formed into a mesh for lightness. A different form of EVA is used for the inner layer. Several cycles of development has resulted in the distinctive design, of oval holes and shaped raised areas. This shaping minimises weight, while generating channelling for air, to keep the leg cool and dry, and helping to disperse shockwaves. These two layers of EVA provide effective protection against both concussion and penetration injuries. This protection is further enhanced by a strip of polycarbonate inserted down the back of the boot, inside the mesh, to protect vulnerable tendons. Between the two EVA layers is a fine mesh, to prevent dirt getting inside the boot.

Laboratory testing has shown that, compared with leading brands, these boots provide excellent protection from both concussion and penetration injuries. In field trials, the boots proved their versatility, being used on both young and established horses in a variety of work from hacking to training gallops, flatwork to cross country

The bandages have been designed to reduce the build up of heat through the use of technological materials, giving the leg maximum support that a bandage can offer whilst keeping it cool at the same time. The bandage itself is designed to allow freedom of movement; the outer material is an open weave fabric which has a four way stretch for this purpose. 50% of the bandage is then lined with the cool space fabric. This soft, flexible fabric is key to reducing the build up of heat in the bandage. The bandages come in four different lengths to ensure you get the right fit for your horse/pony and have left and right legs so the logo is facing the correct way up when you come to the end of the bandage.

On the inside of the bandage there are clear instructions of how the bandage is to be applied. This, along with the forgiving materials will minimise uneven application.

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Young, imbalanced horses
Training new movements
Big moving horses
Hacking sharp or spooky horses
Riding over uneven ground or Fast Work