Hexagonal Wrench Screwdriver Bit (M8)

Using horseshoe studs increases the risk of injury in herds and to the horse itself. The use and monitoring of studs is the responsibility of the horse owner in collaboration with the farrier. If you choose to use studs, please read and follow our safety instructions to prevent injuries. Further information about the use of studs can also be found in the product descriptions of the respective horseshoes.

Preparing for Stud Installation: Cleaning the Stud Hole

Before screwing in the studs, it is important to ensure that the stud hole in the horseshoe is free of dirt. Only this way a secure fit can be guaranteed.

Dirt in the stud hole could also apply unwanted pressure on the hoof. Therefore, we generally recommend sealing each stud hole with a blind plug or stopper when studs are not in use.

For cleaning the stud hole, we offer a stud hole cleaner bit insert suitable for all thread sizes available in our range. For more details on the stud-changing process, please refer to the product description of the studs you are using.

Alternative horseshoe with Integrated Screw threads in the plastic bar

Our alternative horseshoes with two integrated thread inserts in the plastic bar are compatible with our anti-skid studs with disk in 4mm and 6mm heights. Regular horseshoes require M8 studs, while the thread size of the stud hole changes with the size of the horseshoe for the particularly robust Heavy Duty horseshoes.

The stud holes in these horseshoes are not suitable for frequent stud changes, meaning repeated screwing in and out of studs. It is possible to keep the threads clean during shoeing with blind studs until the actual studs are needed. We’ve prepared a short video for you on switching from blind studs to our horseshoe studs.

For mounting the traction studs in the horseshoe, you can use either a stud wrench or bit insert with the appropriate size, depending on the model.

Anti-skid studs with disk and compatible stud wrench

The Anti-skid studs for better pressure distribution are not suitable for use in traditional horseshoes. They have been specially developed for our horseshoes with a plastic coating.

Studs for Straight Bar horseshoe with stud holes

Certain disciplines, such as show jumping and eventing, often require the use of taller studs. The forces acting on the horseshoe are significant, so the stud hole must have a secure fit in the metal core to ensure necessary stability.

Our Jumper and Traction models are specially designed for this purpose and feature a stable crossbar with a metal core, similar to conventional straight bar horseshoes.

Durable stud holes for a regular stud change

It’s especially important that taller studs are not used on hard ground for extended periods. For this reason, the stud holes in our Straight Bar horseshoes are designed for repeated insertion and removal of studs. This not only protects the horse’s health but also reduces the risk of injury in the herd when studs are removed after training or competition.

Our Horseshoe Studs for Jumper and Traction Straight Bar Horseshoes

Our range of studs includes various shapes and heights, which are ideal for use with the Jumper, Traction, or even traditional horseshoes.

Whether you’re using studs for show jumping, hunting, driving, or for optimal traction in extreme winter conditions, we offer the right models and the proper stud tools. Depending on the type and thread size of the stud, you can use a stud key or a bit attachment. Below, you will find all the relevant information.

Hexagonal horseshoe studs and matching stud wrench

Depending on the thread size, these studs can generally also be used in combination with traditional horseshoes.

Conical ICE Studs and matching stud wrench

Depending on the thread size, these studs can generally be used with traditional horseshoes.