Base Plate — a Glue-On Horseshoe as Close to Barefoot as Possible
The Base Plate — a Glue-On Horseshoe as Close to Barefoot as Possible
The baseplate was developed as a variation of our well-known pure plastic model Classic in response to feedback from some customers who expressed a need for a fully closed baseplate without any nailing slots.
The 'Classic', our pure urethane shoe, was originally developed for the purpose of using it as a new outsole for worn-out hoof boots and over time repurposed as a glue-on horseshoe. At that time, mainly for production-related reasons, our pure urethane shoe was being produced with nailing slots. Understanding the reasons behind the request for a completely closed version, we have decided that the new base plate will replace the 'Classic' with a closed sole area.
Like the 'Classic', our base plate can be used as a new base plate for worn-out hoof boots and also as a glue-on shoe for a barefoot-like experience. It cannot be used as a nail-on horseshoe.
Please refer to our safety instructions for all work with our products. Additional information on using the base plate as a glue-on shoe, as well as detailed instructions on a glued application, can be found in the description of the Classic.
The Base Plate in Detail
The Base Plate Compared to the 'Classic'
The difference between the our first pure urethane shoe and the new base plate is that the latter lacks nailing slots and knob arrays and features a closed sole area.
Using the Base Plate as a Glue-on Shoe
A usage of the base plate as a glue-on horseshoe is, of course, also possible. Please refer to the product description of the 'Classic' for further details on do's and don'ts when using the base plate as glued hoof protection.
Anti-Slip Protection for Your Base Plate
For additional grip, you can equip your base plate with Spikes at your own discretion. Spikes and adapters can be found in the 'Anti-Skid Protection' section.
Product Features
| Product Details and Delivery Information - Base Plate | |
|---|---|
| Article | Base Plate |
| Brand | Duplo |
| Made in | Germany |
| Item Number |
Round Base Plate: H490 Oval Base Plate: H491 |
| Function |
renew the outsole of hoof boots, alternative horseshoes, concussion absorption powers, stimulation of Hoof mechanism , promoting natural hoof movement, non-metal horseshoe |
| Hoof Mechanism | The flexible synthetic material encourages the mobility of the elastic hoof structures. |
| Urethane Base Plate | Benefit from the concussion absorption powers of the synthetic material. |
| Synthetic Bar | Can improve the blood circulation of the horse's hoof. |
| Sole Area | Closed sole area — to protect the hoof sole . |
| Hardness Degree | Extra |
| Gluing Instruction | can be found under FAQ → Instructions |
| Safety Advice | can be found under FAQ → Safety Information |
| Risk of Injuries in Herds |
Minimized risk of injuries in herd situations and in case of irregular movements in comparison to a metal horseshoe or the sharp-edged border of a barefoot hoof — please also read our safety information. |
| Weight | 145g–265g |
| Length | Depending on the size — for details please visit FAQ → Sizes and Shapes. |
| Width | the respective size in mm |
| Height | 15 mm |
| Sizes Round and Oval Shaped Base Plate | 110mm, 114mm, 118mm, 122mm, 126mm, 130mm, 134mm, 138mm, 142mm, 146mm |
| Size Interval | in 4mm steps |
| Packaging Unit | by the piece |
| Delivery | within Canada — for worldwide shipments please contact the Duplo Team in Germany |