SoftRider Gel Arena
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Like all SoftRiders, the Gel Arena distributes the load throughout the entire hoof—not just the edges—creating less stress on legs, ligaments and tendons. The Gel Arena’s low profile, aggressive tread pattern and center-loading support make it a great choice for competition, trail, pleasure and general riding. It is available in sizes 000 through 5.
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Price: $65.00
Technical Features
All SoftRiders feature a patented dual-density design that provides a rigid base for the whole hoof while absorbing shock and delivering better traction than traditional steel shoes.
Enhanced Breakover
The SoftRider is designed to provide enhanced breakover from front to back, thus easing tension on the deep digital flexor tendon.
Performance Athletes Benefit
The SoftRider's patented design benefits performance horses by spreading the load over the entire hoof, not just the perimeter, thus reducing painful leverage on soft tissues.
Nail/Casting Edge
The elevated edge enables a practitioner to temporarily mount the SoftRider with casting tape. It can be also shaped with a rasp for a custom fit and features nail location guide lines.
Laminitis / Protecting the Lamina
The SoftRider's sole allows the foot to roll fore and aft and side to side slightly, enabling laminitic horses to find comfortable footing and increasing mobility.
Neutral Resting Position
The SoftRider's substantial sole provides a comfortable, neutral resting position for the foot.
Center Loading
The SoftRider is a center-loading, accommodative shoe that supports the entire foot and reduces potential injuries to soft tissues.
Shock Absorbing Base Material
The SoftRider's shock absorbing base helps soften the blow of each step for performance horses and older or navicular horses alike.
Eases Tendon Stressors
The SoftRIder's design helps ease the strain on tendons and lessens the pull on ligaments.
Sizing Chart
All SoftRiders are sold in pairs and are available in 8 common sizes.
| Size | Width | Length |
|---|---|---|
| #000 | 4 3/8” - 111mm | 4 5/8” - 118mm |
| #00 | 4 5/8” - 118mm | 4 7/8” - 124mm |
| #0 | 4 7/8” - 124mm | 4 7/8” - 130mm |
| #1 | 5 1/8” - 130mm | 5 3/8” - 137mm |
| #2 | 5 3/8” - 137mm | 5 5/8” - 143mm |
| #3 | 5 5/8” - 143mm | 5 7/8” - 150mm |
| #4 | 5 7/8” - 150mm | 6 1/8” - 156mm |
| #5 | 6 1/8” - 156mm | 6 3/8” - 162mm |
Applying SoftRiders
Mark Silverman, DVM, MS, demonstrates how to fine tune and apply the SoftRIder for a custom fit. As with any type of shoe, SoftRiders should be applied by a veterinarian or farrier.
