{"id":1563,"date":"2025-01-17T11:28:34","date_gmt":"2025-01-17T11:28:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/1413-swiss-galoppers-gmbh-gkhraqbjhzh0bhfv.northeurope-01.azurewebsites.net\/?page_id=1563"},"modified":"2026-08-10T18:05:17","modified_gmt":"2026-08-10T16:05:17","slug":"user-manual","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.swiss-galoppers.com\/en\/gebrauchsanleitung\/","title":{"rendered":"SG User Manual"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-cover alignfull has-custom-content-position is-position-center-left\" style=\"min-height:249px;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1408\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-826 size-full\" alt=\"Hufbreite messen f\u00fcr Swiss Galoppers Hufschuhe\" src=\"https:\/\/www.swiss-galoppers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/yt-banner-hoofboot-measure-scaled-1.avif\" style=\"object-position:50% 84%\" data-object-fit=\"cover\" data-object-position=\"50% 84%\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.swiss-galoppers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/yt-banner-hoofboot-measure-scaled-1.avif 2560w, https:\/\/www.swiss-galoppers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/yt-banner-hoofboot-measure-scaled-1-300x165.avif 300w, https:\/\/www.swiss-galoppers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/yt-banner-hoofboot-measure-scaled-1-1024x563.avif 1024w, https:\/\/www.swiss-galoppers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/yt-banner-hoofboot-measure-scaled-1-768x422.avif 768w, https:\/\/www.swiss-galoppers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/yt-banner-hoofboot-measure-scaled-1-1536x845.avif 1536w, https:\/\/www.swiss-galoppers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/yt-banner-hoofboot-measure-scaled-1-2048x1126.avif 2048w, https:\/\/www.swiss-galoppers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/yt-banner-hoofboot-measure-scaled-1-18x10.avif 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim-30 has-background-dim\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-cover-is-layout-flow\">\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Guides &amp; Info<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Swiss Galoppers SG Klassik &amp; SG-L<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Everything you need to know<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">About Swiss Galoppers Hoof Boots<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-light-background-color has-background is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Important!<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Do not use shoe polish or similar greasy products such as oils, creams, etc., as this reduces the shoe\u2019s ability to fit properly.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To ensure you can enjoy your Swiss Galoppers for as long as possible, look after the fastening and ankle straps by rinsing them regularly with water. Make sure to fasten the Velcro fastenings even when not in use.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons download is-content-justification-right is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-765c4724 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.swiss-galoppers.com\/en\/faq-download-en\/\">Download printable version<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"blaze-slider alignwide wp-block-swiss-galoppers-slider\" data-slides-to-show=\"1\" data-loop=\"1\">\n    <div class=\"blaze-container\">\n        <button class=\"blaze-prev\"><span>vorher<\/span><\/button>\n        <div class=\"blaze-track-container\">\n            <div class=\"blaze-track\">\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile is-vertically-aligned-top\" style=\"grid-template-columns:30% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"290\" src=\"https:\/\/www.swiss-galoppers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/ga1-1.avif\" alt=\"Gebrauchsanleitung 2\" class=\"wp-image-1565 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.swiss-galoppers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/ga1-1.avif 500w, https:\/\/www.swiss-galoppers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/ga1-1-300x174.avif 300w, https:\/\/www.swiss-galoppers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/ga1-1-18x10.avif 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The fastening strap is designed to prevent the hoof boot from coming off should it ever come loose. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph translation-block\">Before using the strap for the first time, attach it once <strong> using the short Velcro strip <\/strong> to the inner slot behind the bulb protection pad.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile is-vertically-aligned-top\" style=\"grid-template-columns:30% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"290\" src=\"https:\/\/www.swiss-galoppers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/ga2.avif\" alt=\"SG User Manual\" class=\"wp-image-1570 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.swiss-galoppers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/ga2.avif 500w, https:\/\/www.swiss-galoppers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/ga2-300x174.avif 300w, https:\/\/www.swiss-galoppers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/ga2-18x10.avif 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To do this, undo the fastening strap and attach the Velcro to the side of the centre bar.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile is-vertically-aligned-top\" style=\"grid-template-columns:30% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"290\" src=\"https:\/\/www.swiss-galoppers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/ga3.avif\" alt=\"Gebrauchsanleitung 4\" class=\"wp-image-1575 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.swiss-galoppers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/ga3.avif 500w, https:\/\/www.swiss-galoppers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/ga3-300x174.avif 300w, https:\/\/www.swiss-galoppers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/ga3-18x10.avif 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you don\u2019t want to use the ball pad, you can now put the hoof boot on: pull the hoof boot over the hoof, starting from the toe. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The buckle of the fastening strap should be visible on the outside.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile is-vertically-aligned-top\" style=\"grid-template-columns:30% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"290\" src=\"https:\/\/www.swiss-galoppers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/ga4.avif\" alt=\"Gebrauchsanleitung 5\" class=\"wp-image-1578 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.swiss-galoppers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/ga4.avif 500w, https:\/\/www.swiss-galoppers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/ga4-300x174.avif 300w, https:\/\/www.swiss-galoppers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/ga4-18x10.avif 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Gently tap the tip of the hoof boot to ensure that the hoof is positioned right at the front of the boot. Make sure the boot is sitting straight. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For horses with a lot of hanging hair, remove the hair from the pastern area.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile is-vertically-aligned-top\" style=\"grid-template-columns:30% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"290\" src=\"https:\/\/www.swiss-galoppers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/ga5.avif\" alt=\"Gebrauchsanleitung 6\" class=\"wp-image-1581 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.swiss-galoppers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/ga5.avif 500w, https:\/\/www.swiss-galoppers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/ga5-300x174.avif 300w, https:\/\/www.swiss-galoppers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/ga5-18x10.avif 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Now set the hoof down and check that the shoe fits correctly by lifting the ball socket.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The bronze-coloured mud flap sits above the heel balls.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile is-vertically-aligned-top\" style=\"grid-template-columns:30% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"290\" src=\"https:\/\/www.swiss-galoppers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/ga6.avif\" alt=\"Gebrauchsanleitung 7\" class=\"wp-image-1585 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.swiss-galoppers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/ga6.avif 500w, https:\/\/www.swiss-galoppers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/ga6-300x174.avif 300w, https:\/\/www.swiss-galoppers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/ga6-18x10.avif 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">IMPORTANT: Secure the fetlock band on the outside before tightening the fastening strap. To do this, push the hoof cup back slightly. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile is-vertically-aligned-top\" style=\"grid-template-columns:30% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"290\" src=\"https:\/\/www.swiss-galoppers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/ga7.avif\" alt=\"Gebrauchsanleitung 7\" class=\"wp-image-1588 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.swiss-galoppers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/ga7.avif 500w, https:\/\/www.swiss-galoppers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/ga7-300x174.avif 300w, https:\/\/www.swiss-galoppers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/ga7-18x10.avif 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Now pull the fastening strap tight. Fasten the shoe at the front so that the fastening strap lies flat all the way round and the Velcro fastening can grip as firmly as possible. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In the final position, the metal buckle sits directly in front of the side strap guide at the edge.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile is-vertically-aligned-top\" style=\"grid-template-columns:30% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"290\" src=\"https:\/\/www.swiss-galoppers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/ga8.avif\" alt=\"Gebrauchsanleitung 8\" class=\"wp-image-1591 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.swiss-galoppers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/ga8.avif 500w, https:\/\/www.swiss-galoppers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/ga8-300x174.avif 300w, https:\/\/www.swiss-galoppers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/ga8-18x10.avif 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Now fasten the restraint strap. The strap should be loose, with a gap of at least two fingers\u2019 width between it and the fur.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n        <button class=\"blaze-next\"><span>nachher<\/span><\/button>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"blaze-controls\">\n        <div class=\"blaze-pagination\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Good to know:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Everything about the SG-L model<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignwide has-light-background-color has-background is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading alignwide\"><strong>IMPORTANT NOTES<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignwide is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The L-model (\u2018L\u2019 stands for \u2018long\u2019) is used when the standard shoe does not provide optimal coverage of the length and\/or height of the hoof \u2013 that is, the hoof ball. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In this case, the ball socket would not be positioned vertically and\/or would be too deep.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Ideal angle<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"329\" src=\"https:\/\/www.swiss-galoppers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/gaLpre1ok.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3965\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.swiss-galoppers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/gaLpre1ok.webp 500w, https:\/\/www.swiss-galoppers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/gaLpre1ok-300x197.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.swiss-galoppers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/gaLpre1ok-18x12.webp 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><strong>Angle too flat<\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"329\" src=\"https:\/\/www.swiss-galoppers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/gaLpre1no.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3964\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.swiss-galoppers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/gaLpre1no.webp 500w, https:\/\/www.swiss-galoppers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/gaLpre1no-300x197.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.swiss-galoppers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/gaLpre1no-18x12.webp 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignwide is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If the pre-assembled plastic connector causes the bale tray to be positioned too high, you can replace it with the shorter version supplied (see \u2018Replacing the extension strap\u2019).<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><strong><strong>Ideal height of the ball socket<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"501\" src=\"https:\/\/www.swiss-galoppers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/gaLpre2ok.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3969\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.swiss-galoppers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/gaLpre2ok.webp 600w, https:\/\/www.swiss-galoppers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/gaLpre2ok-300x251.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.swiss-galoppers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/gaLpre2ok-14x12.webp 14w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><strong><strong>Ball socket is to high<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.swiss-galoppers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/gaLpre2no1.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3970\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.swiss-galoppers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/gaLpre2no1.webp 600w, https:\/\/www.swiss-galoppers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/gaLpre2no1-300x250.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.swiss-galoppers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/gaLpre2no1-14x12.webp 14w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><strong><strong>Ball socket is to low<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.swiss-galoppers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/gaLpre2no2.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3971\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.swiss-galoppers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/gaLpre2no2.webp 600w, https:\/\/www.swiss-galoppers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/gaLpre2no2-300x250.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.swiss-galoppers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/gaLpre2no2-14x12.webp 14w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-primary-background-color has-background is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Replacing the extension strap<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"blaze-slider alignwide wp-block-swiss-galoppers-slider\" data-slides-to-show=\"1\" data-loop=\"1\">\n    <div class=\"blaze-container\">\n        <button class=\"blaze-prev\"><span>vorher<\/span><\/button>\n        <div class=\"blaze-track-container\">\n            <div class=\"blaze-track\">\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile is-vertically-aligned-top\" style=\"grid-template-columns:30% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"290\" src=\"https:\/\/www.swiss-galoppers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/gal1.avif\" alt=\"Gebrauchsanleitung 14\" class=\"wp-image-1627 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.swiss-galoppers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/gal1.avif 500w, https:\/\/www.swiss-galoppers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/gal1-300x174.avif 300w, https:\/\/www.swiss-galoppers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/gal1-18x10.avif 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To replace the extension strap, please use the tool supplied, the new safety screws with intact threadlocker, and the washers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You still need a suitable cross-slotted screwdriver.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The replacement strap is 10 mm shorter.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile is-vertically-aligned-top\" style=\"grid-template-columns:30% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"290\" src=\"https:\/\/www.swiss-galoppers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/gal2.avif\" alt=\"Gebrauchsanleitung 15\" class=\"wp-image-1628 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.swiss-galoppers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/gal2.avif 500w, https:\/\/www.swiss-galoppers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/gal2-300x174.avif 300w, https:\/\/www.swiss-galoppers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/gal2-18x10.avif 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Loosen the top and bottom screws and remove the old strap. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Insert the new strap, fit the shims and screw everything back into place.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile is-vertically-aligned-top\" style=\"grid-template-columns:30% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"290\" src=\"https:\/\/www.swiss-galoppers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/gal3.avif\" alt=\"Gebrauchsanleitung 16\" class=\"wp-image-1629 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.swiss-galoppers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/gal3.avif 500w, https:\/\/www.swiss-galoppers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/gal3-300x174.avif 300w, https:\/\/www.swiss-galoppers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/gal3-18x10.avif 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The SG-L has now been shortened and should fit perfectly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Check the screws regularly and tighten them if necessary.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n        <button class=\"blaze-next\"><span>nachher<\/span><\/button>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"blaze-controls\">\n        <div class=\"blaze-pagination\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Good to know:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">Pastern and Heal Protecation in Action<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignwide has-light-background-color has-background is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading alignwide translation-block\"><strong>Greater comfort and <\/strong>safety for your horse<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph translation-block\"><strong>Pastern protection: <\/strong>The sensitive pasterns are optimally protected by the fessel protection (\u2018gaiter\u2019). This helps prevent potential chafing around the frog and pastern. The fessel protection is not included in the hoof boot kit. It is available from the SG Shop.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"290\" src=\"https:\/\/www.swiss-galoppers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/gaf-pre-1.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3982\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.swiss-galoppers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/gaf-pre-1.webp 500w, https:\/\/www.swiss-galoppers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/gaf-pre-1-300x174.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.swiss-galoppers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/gaf-pre-1-18x10.webp 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph translation-block\"><strong>Heel protection:<\/strong> You can provide additional protection for your horse\u2019s soft fossets using the soft neoprene fosset pads included in the kit. For instructions on how to fit the fosset pads, please also refer to \u2018Fitting fetlock or fosset protection\u2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"290\" src=\"https:\/\/www.swiss-galoppers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/gaf-pre-2.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3983\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.swiss-galoppers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/gaf-pre-2.webp 500w, https:\/\/www.swiss-galoppers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/gaf-pre-2-300x174.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.swiss-galoppers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/gaf-pre-2-18x10.webp 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-primary-background-color has-background is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Attaching the pastern or heel protection<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"blaze-slider alignwide wp-block-swiss-galoppers-slider\" data-slides-to-show=\"1\" data-loop=\"1\">\n    <div class=\"blaze-container\">\n        <button class=\"blaze-prev\"><span>vorher<\/span><\/button>\n        <div class=\"blaze-track-container\">\n            <div class=\"blaze-track\">\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile is-vertically-aligned-top\" style=\"grid-template-columns:30% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"290\" src=\"https:\/\/www.swiss-galoppers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/gaf1.avif\" alt=\"Gebrauchsanleitung 19\" class=\"wp-image-1643 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.swiss-galoppers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/gaf1.avif 500w, https:\/\/www.swiss-galoppers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/gaf1-300x174.avif 300w, https:\/\/www.swiss-galoppers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/gaf1-18x10.avif 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph translation-block\"><strong>Opening the fastening strap: <\/strong>Loosen it enough so that two loops can be pulled out next to the rear centre bar.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile is-vertically-aligned-top\" style=\"grid-template-columns:30% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"290\" src=\"https:\/\/www.swiss-galoppers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/gaf2.avif\" alt=\"Gebrauchsanleitung 20\" class=\"wp-image-1644 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.swiss-galoppers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/gaf2.avif 500w, https:\/\/www.swiss-galoppers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/gaf2-300x174.avif 300w, https:\/\/www.swiss-galoppers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/gaf2-18x10.avif 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph translation-block\"><strong>Take the hoof or fetlock protector. <\/strong>Hold it so that the Velcro tabs can be threaded through the slits in the bulb pad.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Pull the Velcro tabs through the slits and fasten them at the back.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile is-vertically-aligned-top\" style=\"grid-template-columns:30% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"290\" src=\"https:\/\/www.swiss-galoppers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/gaf3.avif\" alt=\"Gebrauchsanleitung 21\" class=\"wp-image-1645 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.swiss-galoppers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/gaf3.avif 500w, https:\/\/www.swiss-galoppers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/gaf3-300x174.avif 300w, https:\/\/www.swiss-galoppers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/gaf3-18x10.avif 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph translation-block\"><strong>The fastened Velcro flaps should lie flat against the bar. <\/strong>Once you have threaded both sides through and fastened them, pull the fastening strap back to its original position.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The pastern or heel guard is now securely fitted to the bale section.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile is-vertically-aligned-top\" style=\"grid-template-columns:30% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"290\" src=\"https:\/\/www.swiss-galoppers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/gaf4.avif\" alt=\"Gebrauchsanleitung 22\" class=\"wp-image-1646 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.swiss-galoppers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/gaf4.avif 500w, https:\/\/www.swiss-galoppers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/gaf4-300x174.avif 300w, https:\/\/www.swiss-galoppers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/gaf4-18x10.avif 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph translation-block\"><strong>Putting on the hoof boot with fetlock protection: <\/strong>To put on your Swiss Galoppers with fetlock protection, fold the fetlock protection back slightly to allow access.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For horses with a lot of hanging hair, arrange the hair so that it lies flat. Then fasten the top Velcro strip and press it down firmly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When using the heel guard, please ensure that any loose hair are kept outside the bale socket.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n        <button class=\"blaze-next\"><span>nachher<\/span><\/button>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"blaze-controls\">\n        <div class=\"blaze-pagination\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">First steps<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">with Swiss Galoppers Hoof Boots<\/p>\n\n\n<i style=\"--file: url(\/wp-content\/themes\/swiss-galoppers\/assets\/img\/icons\/circle-info-solid-full.svg)\" class=\"align is-style-large wp-block-hayloft-icon\"><\/i>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.swiss-galoppers.com\/en\/getting-started\/\">Learn more!<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Alles Wissenswerte Zu Den Swiss Galoppers HufschuheN WICHTIG! 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