Tendons are extremely fragile and recovery from injury can take a very long time. That's why you want to prevent tendon injuries to your horse at all costs! In addition, animal welfare and innovative protection technologies are receiving increasing attention in international equestrian sports. BR has developed the perfect tendon boot after extensive research. The XO2 Boot protects the tendons from external influences and keeps the tendon cool, to ensure that the temperature under the protector does not become too high.
The design has been completely optimized with the anatomy of the horse leg as a starting point. This tendon boot gives your horse the perfect protection without compromising on comfort. The XO2 Boot has been developed according to the Form-Follows-Function principle and is therefore shaped in such a way that only those parts of the horse's leg that really need protection are covered. Where the horse leg needs extra protection, the protector is thickened. This makes the tendon boot lightweight and compact. Due to the slim design, the XO2 Boot looks elegant and it prevents the horse from unnecessarily over reaching.
What makes this tendon boot so innovative?
· The unique Air Liner. This double-layer thermo-formed lining offers optimal shock absorption due to the composition of materials and the use of technology.
· The sturdy outer shell, made with a unique mould, which is hard and at the same time a bit flexible so the protector fits seamlessly around the horse's leg.
· The many ways in which the air circulation under the boot is promoted for optimal breathability.
Lining: innovative shock absorption and highly breathable
The protector is lined with our specially developed Air Liner, a thermo-formed lining. This lining consists of two layers of different, highly breathable materials that complement each other perfectly in absorbing the shock from the outside and keeping the tendons cool. Here's how the shock absorption system works:
1. The exterior gets hit
2. The outer layer of the liner remains intact and presses on the second layer
3. The air that has accumulated in the lining is flattened against the leg
4. The air is pushed to the first layer
5. The air goes out through the ventilation holes in the shell and the sides of the liner
Exterior: sturdy shell that bends with the horse leg
The shell is made with a unique mould, which is used worldwide only for this BR XO2 Boot. The ideal design ensures that your horse is not unnecessarily hindered by the boot and that the shell fits seamlessly with the horse's leg.
The outer shell offers your horse the first protection against external impact. The shell is hard and at the same time slightly flexible to ensure that the shell forms nicely around the horse's leg. The curved edge provides extra airflow to keep the horse leg cool. The shell is shaped in a way that it tapers back a little in the middle to increase freedom of movement.
The shell is subtly thickened on the back and on the inside of the leg so your horse is optimally protected in those important places. Finally, the ventilation holes ensure good air circulation, which gives a cooling effect on the horse's leg.
Closures: reliable and elastic
The right closures are also extremely important. If the protector is too loose, it may cause chafing, but if the protector is too tight, it may impede blood flow. The straps of the closures are slightly elastic and equipped with hook and eye closures so the tendon boot can always be secured in the right place. They shape with the curve of the shell for a streamlined whole and a good fit.
Are you looking for a tendon boot with a design that offers your horse a lot of comfort and freedom of movement and also protects the tendons optimally and keeps them cool? An innovative lining that offers optimal protection and lasts a long time? Then look no further and pamper your horse with this new XO2 Boot from BR!
