Fitting base plates – the key points at a glance
In this chapter you'll learn which base plate variant suits which application, how to determine the right size, and how to cleanly adapt the plate to the hoof shape. By the end, you'll also know the typical mistakes you want to avoid in practice.
The three variants
- Standard plate (open) – for the classic shoeing
- Grid plate with snow grip – grid optionally removable, snow grip modifiable
- Rehab plate – more stable, rounded (easier turning), with a recessed sole area, injectable padding, and a central bar to support the coffin bone
Determining the size
Measure hoof width (widest point) and hoof length (toe to end of heel) → enter the values into the size finder → briefly hold against the hoof before fitting and check for clearance all around.
Fitting in 6 steps
- Mark the toe tip on the hoof and on the base plate
- Fix the base plate to the hoof using the mounting aids, centering it on the frog
- Trace the hoof outline onto the plate
- Remove the front mounting aids
- Grind perpendicular to the plate (90°) – wear safety goggles
- Check against the hoof in between
Common mistakes
- Too large → the shoe wobbles after welding
- Too small → the tabs get pushed outwards
- Heel too long → the horse pulls off its shoes
- Heel too short → insufficient support
Goal: 100% precise fit, flush with the heel at the back.
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