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Sole Protect – Year-round Soleprotection

Name: Sole Protect – Year-round Soleprotection
SKU: 493006
Availability: InStock

€ 52.20

Sole Protect is an innovative, biodegradable material with a melting point around 60 °C and density of 1.071–1.200 g/cm³ – closely matching the natural density of hoof keratin. It provides hoof-like protection that strengthens the sole, enhances comfort, and offers extra support when needed, for optimal hoof health year-round.

Usage: Heat pellets in hot water, apply to the sole/frog, and shape into a durable barrier. Reusable, non-toxic, and easily customizable with grips or studs for maximum safety and comfort.

SKU: 493006 Categories: All products, Hoof care

Key features

Reusable and moldable: Place the pellets in warm water (approx. 60 °C) to soften them into a smooth mass. Form them directly to the sole for a custom protection that perfectly matches your horse’s unique hoof shape. When the material cools, it hardens into a durable, shock-absorbing barrier that protects against the stresses of the substrate. Easily reuse without re-shaping the Sole Protect Pad, for maximum flexibility all year round. Reshaping takes place when there are changes in the hoof or at the next shoeing. Tip: When reforming, boil the sole for a few minutes – the compact mass takes longer to melt than original pellets.

Biodegradable and non-toxic: Made from environmentally friendly PCL without harmful components or microplastics. Safe for direct contact with sensitive hooves, promoting your horse’s health and contributing to a sustainable environment.

Mimics the hoof’s natural strength and flexibility: Horse hooves consist primarily of keratin, a protein-rich material that provides strength and flexibility. Based on scientific sources, the density of keratin typically varies between about 1.13 and 1.32 g/cm³, depending on structure and hydration level.

Shape patterns to provide extra grip and optimal protection, use as snow pads or add ice studs to avoid slipping in winter conditions – a reusable alternative to traditional soles, perfect for everyday riding, off-road or stable environments.

Supplied in practical pellet form for easy handling. Remove the sole using a hoofpick and gently work the edge around the entire sole until it comes off.

Application: Clean the hooves thoroughly with a hoofpick, preferably with a steel brush and pH-minus, and wipe off. Now the hoof is ready for Sole Protect.

Instructions: Heat the pellets in water, pick up with a spoon, shape against the hoof sole and next to the frog, and spray with cooling spray or wait in the stable until the material hardens. Important: the pad must NOT be thicker than the iron shoe or noticeably uneven which can lead to sole pressure. A thinner, smooth pad is easier to remove when desire, while a thicker (7-10 mm) sole is significantly more difficult to remove.

Contains: 4 dl (308g) Sole Protect, which is enough for two soles on a big-sized hoof (approx. 16 x 16 cm)

The product is not a medicine and does not replace veterinary care.

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