Gear Guide Tried & Tested
Tendon Boots
We put a range of tendon boots to the test, find out which ones came out on top.
The products
RRP
£84.54
Horseware Dalmar tendon boots
Carbon fibre strike protection and a quick-wrap fastener for ease of use.
- Velcro fastening
- Ventilated
- Machine wash bag included
- Fetlock boots available
We say…
Soft and light, yet supportive, with a secure single strap that’s quick to use. Kept legs cool and they look brand new after testing. A smart boot that ticks all the boxes.
RRP
£71.95
Eskadron Flexisoft Air tendon
Super-lightweight with flexible zones for freedom of movement.
- Stud fastening
- Ventilated
- Machine wash bag included
- Fetlock boots available
We say…
Soft, anti-rub lining with super-effective vents. Easy to fit and very secure. They were lightweight but felt really supportive. Looked like new out of the washing machine.
RRP
£65
Woof Wear Smart tendon boots
Made from breathable neoprene, these boots are very lightweight.
- Stud fastening
- Ventilated
- Fetlock boots available
We say…
Easily adjustable, secure straps. They’re robust, easy to keep clean and stay in place well. Legs stayed nicely cool and the contrast detail is attractive.
RRP
£64.95
Le Mieux Impact Response Gel tendon boots
Shock-absorbing with dual vents to help keep your horse’s legs cool.
- Stud fastening
- Ventilated
- Fetlock boots available
We say…
The outer is strong and hasn’t marked and they’re very well ventilated, leaving legs free from sweat even after hard work. Very easy to fit and fasten, too.
RRP
£169.90
Zandona Carbon Air Sensitive+ tendon boots
Carbon fibre with gel padding for shock absorption and merino wool lining.Â
- Stud fastening
- Ventilated
- Fetlock boots available
We say…
A stylish, lightweight boot with a good fit and plenty of protection. Kept legs cool. The merino wool lining feels luxurious but isn’t removable, so hard to clean.Â
RRP
£71.50
Kentucky Horsewear Air tendon boots
High-cut design for freedom of movement, hard TPU outer and machine washable.
- Velcro fastening
- Ventilated
- Fetlock boots available
We say…
An impressive fit, slotting into place over the fetlock. Kept legs cool. They washed very well and dried quickly. Overall, they’re stylish, hard-wearing and worth the investment.
RRP
£65.00
John Whitaker Bingley tendon boot set
Impact-absorbing neoprene lining, elasticated fastenings and PU outer shell.
- Stud fastening
- Fetlock boots included
We say…
Stylish enough for competition, but durable enough for everyday use, too. Breathable, secure, and wipe clean, but better suited to horses with shorter legs.
RRP
£56.99
WeatherBeeta Pro Air tendon boots
Ergonomically shaped with a perforated neoprene lining and a tough outer.
- Stud fastening
- Ventilated
- Fetlock boots available
We say…
The three straps were very secure, didn’t stretch and can be fastened one-handed. Left legs sweat-free and well protected. Easy to clean and look super-smart.
RRP
£46.50
Rhinegold Crystal Neoprene Lined tendon boot set
Shock-absorbing, with a soft lining and double Velcro for security.
- Velcro fastening
- Fetlock boots included
We say…
Patent leather and crystals made them very eye-catching. Fitted well and didn’t rub, and the elasticated straps were stretchy without being loose.
RRP
£44.95
Equilibrium Tri-Zone tendon boots
Softshell boot with a flexible outer and wide, double Velcro fastenings.
- Velcro fastening
- Fetlock boots available
We say…
Highly breathable – left legs cool after use. Washed really well and looked smart thanks to the patent detailing. Secure straps kept boots in place with no signs of slipping.
RRP
£44.40
HV Polo Favouritas set
Anatomical shape, soft interior with wide, elasticated straps.
- Velcro fastening
- Fetlock boots included
We say…
Soft padding with a very flexible outer and strong Velcro, although they made legs quite sweaty. Easy to fit and very secure. Wiped clean easily, and dried quickly.
RRP
£32.99
Derby House Pro set
Contoured to the leg with a rub-resistant lining and a reinforced strike pad.
- Velcro fastening
- Fetlock boots included
Flexible with a soft lining. The straps are strong and secure, but this did lead to the stitching becoming stretched. They wiped clean easily and didn’t slip.
RRP
£32.90
Felix Bühler Breathable Protection tendon
Sporty with elasticated fastenings and impact absorption.
- Velcro fastening
- Ventilated
- Fetlock boots available
We say…
Robustly made and smart enough for competition. Secure, but vents were obstructed by straps. Washed well in the machine.
RRP
£42.99
KM Elite Air Shock tendon
Shock-absorbing and lightweight, with an anatomical shape.
- Velcro fastening
- Ventilated
- Fetlock boots available
We say…
Easy to clean and dried quickly, although legs got sweatier than we’d expect from a ventilated boot. The tough straps offered a secure, rub-free fit.
RRP
£21.99
Shires Arma tendon boots
Flexible, impact-resistant outer and a perforated, shock-absorbing lining.
- Velcro fastening
- Fetlock boots available
We say…
Smart with an impressive fit and strike protection. The outer picked up marks, but they’re easy to use and a perfect everyday boot for cooler weather.
RRP
£38.95
HKM Genua boots set
Shape-retaining boots with a plastic shell and soft lining. Machine washable.
- Velcro fastening
- Fetlock boots included
We say…
True to size, light and moulded to the leg. Secure straps kept the boots in place and have shown no sign of wear. Plastic outer is easy to clean. They have an expensive feel.
RRP
£17.99
Fouganza 500 Jump tendon boots
Anatomical shape and elasticated fastenings, with a foam lining for comfort.
- Velcro fastening
- Fetlock boots available
We say…
Smart, secure, easy to fit and non-restrictive. The hard outer shell was easy to wipe clean and the two-tone detail smart. Quite heavy and thick, but a good value everyday boot.
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