Scoot Boot - 1.5 Year Update
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- čas přidán 5. 03. 2018
- Scoot Boots - 1.5 year Update
Short Version: These are still awesome and work the best for us. Lasair is able to throw steel, nailed on shoes and utterly destroy other boots. Scoots have held up the best against all his forceful abuse. They hold up to all kinds of riding reliably. Obviously, the more extreme you ride, the greater chance of losing a boot…we've tested this ad nauseam.
For those of you who love to watch Lasair's antics and personality - this is a great video to watch. Remember how clingy he gets after a race? Yup. We just had a race 2/24/18 and now look at him. Also…I'm really allergic to hay, that's why I usually don't let him lick me. He was just too funny and I was distracted trying to do my video so he got some good licks in. The result is me scratching for the rest of the video like I have some skin disease. Please excuse that. It's just a contact allergy from the hay proteins/allergens in his saliva.
Lasair has been able to throw these boots off at a standstill when forceful pounding at a canter for 25 miles doesn't budge them (See 20MT Ride Video). Deep mud have been able to pull them off (1 out of 4 came off in deep mud) - when I got off to retrieve it, I almost lost my laced on Ariat Terrain H20 boots to the mud as well. The boot was stuck about 2 feet down in the mud and I almost fell on my butt trying to pull it out. Lesser mud than this haven't been able to pull off the boots. We've galloped over 34 mph and had them stay on, just to lose them all in a turbo boost at 20 mph. We've cantered over huge rocks in a shallow water stream bed, the boots getting bashed from all angles left and right. They stay on at slower speeds, but at higher speeds (above 34mph), I could see them taking too many hits, too often in rapid succession and them coming off. So what I’m saying is - for normal, aka "Sane" riding - these boots should work perfectly for most riders. They should also last you for quite a long time. We've tested them to the max and while, yes, we have been able to exceed their capabilities…it also proves to me just how much they can take. Surprisingly, through ALL the abuse we've put them through, we've never actually broken the body of the boot. We've torn front straps, torn pastern straps, broke off screw heads, and wore through the sole at the breakover, but all those parts were replaceable and boots were still usable.
I would love to see more improvements (if possible) to these boots. But as it stands, these have outperformed any other boots (and steel shoes) we've abused…and we really know how to put them to the test.
Update:
I just realized that I may have inadvertently poo poo'ed on a bunch of different boots by saying talking about the "Big 3" and how the all encompassing boots are not great "performance boots". Please understand that these statements are from my personal experience and are "shortcut/generalization" statements. I can back it up with data and it's also from what I've seen from others in the Endurance world. BUT. First and foremost is whatever works for your horse. So you can totally ignore those statements if those type boots work for you. You can also ignore those statements if you do easy type riding. I never want to discourage people from trying out all options to find the best fit for their horse.
I love how u allow him to be a horse and not micro-manage every little thing he does!
You are such a great spokesmodel with an appropriately goofy sidekick. Thank you for reinforcing my scoot boot decision. My mare is more comfortable with them on that she’s ever been on the trails, though we are no where near your level. Hopefully we’ll get a little braver over time:)
Holy moly!!! I am pretty impressed with your definition of extreme riding! You would definitely leave me in the dust!
Oh my ..... that animal is adorable!! Thanks for the feedback. These boots are not cheap, so I appreciate the share.
"as fast as he wants to go". . . . then I watch the Sesenta Anos 2017 race Lasair won . . . and for this he loves you! You should be gettin paid for doing Scoot Boot commercials! Awesome to see a race track ex-lete make good after the track.
Informative and entertaining. I think your horse was like, “put the boots on, let’s ride!” They should sponsor you!
Clingy? Him? Naaaah. He's positively antisocial. Nope, don't see a beautiful big red horse draped over your shoulders xD
My Saddlebred is about the same, though. Gabe loves to give kisses and follow me around the pasture.
Lasair is great. He loves you. What a great team.
thanks, that was very informative, I just ordered my first pair of scoot boots, love their demo option. Love you and your horse, he's positively adorable! You've got yourself a new subscriber :)
😂🤣😂 love the love of the horse
Love Lasair, he is so cute giving you all sorts of loves!
I hope I can get the right fit!
Awe, so sweet. He loves you.
Just ordered my first pair of Scoot Boots. Your video has me very excited to see how they will work. Love your cuddly horse!
Thanks for the info on the Scoots, I’m just about to try them for back country riding and adding more endurance through rough terrain…and it’s fun to watch how much your horse adores you 🥰
LOVE your horse. So adorable. He stole the show!
Thank you!! Yes, he does that! Lol
What a lovely horse, such a great character! Thank you for such a great review too 😁
KandBlife - thank you and you're welcome!
Hi! I just wanted to say... I LOVE your videos! You are such a loving owner, so helpful and inspirational!!! I have to modify my scoots for my hard to fit boy but now I’m not nervous about it thanks to you! Have a great day!
Thank you! Glad to help! ❤️
Your horse obviously loves you. It is adorable
Greetings from western Montana ! Great videos !
Larry Mulalley - thank you!!
Great video. I was planning on getting my trail horse the Cavello Simple boot til I ran across this video. I really like the minimum size and sleekness of this boot and am going to check it out more. Thank you!
You're welcome!
OMGOSH! He luvs you so much!
Your horse is like muuuaahhhhh muaahhhh . Muuucchhh muaahhhh
Lik lik lik. Such a sweetie pie. A Big Baby.
Both you and your horse are adorable!! Talking about boots though, my horse and I have had an awful time with her fit. Trina has been wearing Cavallos on the front with a great fit and no problem, but the back hoofs are impossible. (back are a smaller/narrower size) The Cavallo people have bent over backwards to try to accommodate, but Trina is between sizes and the insert just doesn't make up the difference. I saw another rider try the Scoots, but during their first ride, the boot was completely pulled off in shallow mud. It really turned me off to the boots as Trina and I go through all kinds of terrain. Based on your videos, I'm inclined to give them a try. Maybe the other horse wasn't fit properly. Fingers crossed. In any event, I'll continue with your fabulous videos.
The thing about boots is to realize that they are just like our own shoes. The way to get the right fit is to try on different ones and walk around in them. Some have break-in periods, sometimes you have to adjust. Like when you wear new boots and you get a blister for the first week or two, but then it's perfect going forward. There are tons of little ways to adjust the fit. Fit and size are two different things. So, if you can find a boot fitter that carries many different brands and models that can let you try them on your horse and let the horse run around to test, that is best. Different brands and models will fit better on different shaped hooves. So like Scoots have Rounds and Slims (Ovals). Mudstraps are great for mud/challenging terrain. I have a ton of videos on the Scoots, just let me know if you have questions.
Thank you so much Vyshtia, for this very instructive video. You answered and demonstrated visually everything I wanted to know about these boots! As perfect as I’d thought they’d be, I realized that they are probably a little thin in the toe for my guy who because of a slight neurological toe drag on a hind, would probably wear one out pretty quickly. Boo hoo. But thank you for sharing your journey! I’ll be looking at your reviews of other boots.
You're welcome! You may want to give these a try. They last longer than any other boot I've tried. All the other boots are made of a hard plastic, no bend. So they shave off. Because these are softer, they don't shave off, they just bend and recover. Most people are getting 700-1000 miles on them. =)
You’re so sweet to answer right away! Thank you. I actually have a Scootboot fit kit that I’m going to try on tomorrow and then again in a few days after a trim. You’ve given me great encouragement.
Very cool. Remember, there are also little mods you can do to create the perfect fit. Best of luck!
Thank you. Btw your horse is darling in this video.
Thank you!!
Loved this video ! You talked about some videos that show footage of your extreme riding. Could you please give link here? I cannot tell from video titles. He is soooo funny to watch and thanks for sharing😄😄😄
Cartloopa - hi there! Thank you! Here is the race we did 2/24/18. We're still working on his race brain...
czcams.com/video/6gfNnM_wBUc/video.html
Lasair testing out Scoot Skins: czcams.com/video/AG7GAjQCBjA/video.html
35 mph gallop : czcams.com/video/PM6NRu2g6z4/video.html
Lasair testing out his new Scoot Boots at Liberty : czcams.com/video/J8A0Yi1JsfE/video.html
Great videos! Loved the 35 mph gallop. Amazing ! Thanks so much !
I love her horse
Thank you!!
Love boots, horses do too
You need to keep that horse out of personal space!
wow I did not know the glue ones were reusable. I guess you use a solvent to get it off? Great video and funny too!
No solvent. The TPU plastic of the Scoots are actually sensitive to chemicals. To get it off, you need to use a rotary tool and grind it off. There may be other physical ways to get it off too. You don't have to get it 100% off - just enough to make it functional again. No big lumps and gunks of glue.
omg!!! Love your horse, how sweet!!!! I just am starting barefoot trimming, but am concerned about how my mare will handle trail riding on gravel. So I have been researching boots. I think you sold me on these!! How and where are you available for sizing questions??? Not even sure what state you are in :)
I have many videos on sizing and fit, so be sure to watch those. You can find me on FB "Dawn Champion , CA"
:) he loves you
I love your horse to! I love your vids! I've had my gelding horse for 20 years. He is just recovering from an abscess in the right front leg. My farrier wants him to have a boot on because the pasture is very, very muddy and we live upstate New York where the ground gets very hard. Would you recommend a Scoot Boot for pasture wear? Would you just put one boot on for the abscess foot, or would you purchase two boots for both front legs??
Thank you! Many people use the Scoots for pasture wear, rehab, and medicine. I would do both fronts so it stays even. 🙂
Cute your horse love you and licking your arm
I use renegades to ride to and from, and at the beach. They fill up with wet sand that compacts under the horses sole and don't drain. I'm thinking of trying scoot boots. Do you think they would be any better in draining?
Thxs.
Absolutely. Because of all the openings in this boot, one of it's biggest strengths is that debris flies out of it with every step. This slow motion video will show you all the sand flying out of the front of the boot. czcams.com/video/prGfjdapJtQ/video.html
Did you by chance use their "sizing service"? Or did you size yourself? I am curious if they are accurate and do a good job with sizing as I really don't want to mess up the sizing since they are kind of expensive!
I would definitely recommend their sizing service. It's not 100%, but it's the best chance and they will correct it if they get the size wrong.
@@DawnSChampion thank you you're awesome!
He's licking you for salt. Do you have salt and mineral blocks for him?
How do these do in deep mud? Like suction cup thick mud? Like trail riding.
Better than boots that are made out of leather/canvas. The slickness of the Scoots make it so mud doesn't have much to grab onto. They also have lots of open holes for mud to escape. Boots that are all enclosed fill up with mud, get heavy, and are easily pulled off. Now, I've been in mud that have pulled off my own, tightly laced up riding boots before. I've been in mud that I can barely pull my own leg out of before...so don't underestimate the suction power of mud. That type of mud will probably be able to pull off the Scoots as well.
Do most people only wear boots on the front or do you put on 4? I want to get away from shoeing, she usually wears 4 shoes. We only do trail riding, cabyering in fields, cross paved roads, and climb rocky mountainy paths.
I do all 4's when I am protecting against hazards. The boots protect against nails, screws, broken glass, sharp rocks - just like our own shoes do.
"we weren't doing extreme riding, Max speed 34mph"
Me: 👀 pretty sure my fastest trail ride speed this far has been 12mph 😂 and it felt fast, ha!
Love this, looking into using scoots to transition my girl barefoot, thank you for all the info
You're welcome!!
Why are the boots you’ve used have duck tape on it?
Watch the Padded Collar Mod video.
lol Just like a child. Wants mom attention when she is on the phone. lol
LaDonna Vodron - exactly!