The Double S Flat Egg Bar 2 by Mustad is engineered to provide moderate heel and bar support via its extended “egg” rear profile, which helps stabilise the back half of the hoof and assist in horses with heel or frog concerns. Built from durable steel, this flat-egg bar pattern provides a stable platform while maintaining a relatively low profile. The size “2” makes it suitable for average-sized front hooves in sport or performance horses requiring additional heel support. The extended egg-bar rear wing redistributes load toward the heel region, aiding in conditions such as underrun heels, frog impairments or horses needing increased hoof-ground contact at the back of the foot.
Target Species: Horses (particularly those needing therapeutic front shoeing, sport horses with heel/frog issues)
Application: Ideal when the horse’s hooves demand increased support at the heel/frog region, improved posterior hoof contact, or where standard shoeing may not provide sufficient stability for the rear of the foot.
Method:
Select size “2” of the Flat Egg Bar pattern.
Prepare the front hoof by trimming and balancing following best farriery practice; ensure frog relief and heel alignment are addressed.
Fit the egg-bar shoe, ensuring the “egg” portion extends appropriately behind the branch to provide the intended heel support, while the toe and quarters fit naturally.
Nail and finish the shoeing procedure, ensuring correct clinches and secure shoe placement.
After fitting, monitor the horse during work, observe improvements in break-over, heel engagement, hoof mechanics and comfort.
Inspect the shoe over subsequent work cycles for wear or movement; replace or adjust as necessary.
Frequency:
Suitable for each shoeing cycle when this type of support is required.
Particularly relevant for corrective or therapeutic applications, or when the horse is in heavy training and needs extra posterior hoof stability.
Egg-bar design (flat profile) – size 2: Offers increased contact and support at the heel and bar region without an overly elevated profile.
Steel construction: Durable for repeated performance/shoeing cycles, supports heavy training loads.
Extended heel wing (“egg” shape): Helps distribute load to the heel/back of foot, supporting frog and heel engagement.
Therapeutic application: Ideal for horses with frog/heel weakness, underrun heels, or needing posterior hoof support.
Size “2” sizing fit: Makes it accessible for standard-sized front hooves in sport and performance horses.
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