Without clamps or dials, The Natural Hoof Shoe by Exselle is easy to use. If a regular shoe is lost you can continue to school, condition or turn out for days or even weeks until the farrier arrives. If you prefer to keep your horses barefoot but need protection periodically, the Natural Hoof Shoe is the solution. When needed, just slip on, close the stretchy double hook/loop flaps and go. Natural Hoof Shoes are very light weight and fit into any pack. The padded tongue comes up over the front of the hoof and covers the coronet band. Soft open mesh foam cushions the bulbs of the heels. Ballistic nylon used for the upper portion of the boot provides strength and durability. Open mesh patches on two sides keep water from collecting in the boot if crossing water. The sole is a ridged rubber compound which provides good traction on all surfaces. Machine washable. Sold individually.