Kerckhaert DF Quarter Clipped Nails are a specialty, technical option tailored to quarter‑clipped shoes and precision shoeing; their profile and clipping reliability reduce movement and shoe loss in clipped applications. Though typically more expensive per nail than general-purpose lines, they offer tangible performance advantages for corrective and sport horses where clip retention and precise seating are critical compared with broader-use products such as Mustad or Capewell.
Quarter-clipped fit
Low-profile head
Quarter-clipped fit
Low-profile head
Review Summary
"Kerckhaert DF Quarter Clipped nails are highly rated by farriers for precise fit and excellent bending characteristics with quarter-clipped shoes, offering durable finish and consistent manufacture."
Stealthy grip
Kerckhaert DF quarter-clipped profile provides precise fit in the hoof wall for improved stability.
Stealthy grip
Kerckhaert DF quarter-clipped profile provides precise fit in the hoof wall for improved stability.
Enhanced Physical Well-Being
Skill Development & Mastery
Kerckhaert DF Quarter Clipped Nails are a specialty, technical option tailored to quarter‑clipped shoes and precision shoeing; their profile and clipping reliability reduce movement and shoe loss in clipped applications. Though typically more expensive per nail than general-purpose lines, they offer tangible performance advantages for corrective and sport horses where clip retention and precise seating are critical compared with broader-use products such as Mustad or Capewell.
Quarter-clipped fit
Low-profile head
Stealthy grip
Kerckhaert DF quarter-clipped profile provides precise fit in the hoof wall for improved stability.
High-quality steel and refined point geometry minimize mushrooming and improve clinch quality.
Quarter-clipped fit
Low-profile head
Stealthy grip
Kerckhaert DF quarter-clipped profile provides precise fit in the hoof wall for improved stability.
High-quality steel and refined point geometry minimize mushrooming and improve clinch quality.
$45-100 CAD
Delta Challenger Toe Clips focus on a reinforced toe profile that provides extra forward hold and is offered at a budget-friendly price, making them an economical choice for large stables or training facilities. They trade off some of the corrosion-resistant metallurgy seen in Jim Blurton and Mustad for affordability, but their simple, robust design still outperforms many basic retainers in sheer hold.
Aggressive toe capture
Aerodynamic shape
Aggressive toe capture
Aerodynamic shape
Review Summary
"Delta Challenger Toe Clips get good marks for being affordable and functional, with decent retention for most horses, though a minority report occasional fit or bending issues over prolonged heavy use. Overall they are seen as good value for the price."
Race-ready pep
Low-profile toe shape reduces interference with natural hoof movement.
Race-ready pep
Low-profile toe shape reduces interference with natural hoof movement.
Enhanced Physical Well-Being
Recreational Enjoyment
Delta Challenger Toe Clips focus on a reinforced toe profile that provides extra forward hold and is offered at a budget-friendly price, making them an economical choice for large stables or training facilities. They trade off some of the corrosion-resistant metallurgy seen in Jim Blurton and Mustad for affordability, but their simple, robust design still outperforms many basic retainers in sheer hold.
Aggressive toe capture
Aerodynamic shape
Race-ready pep
Low-profile toe shape reduces interference with natural hoof movement.
Robust jaw geometry secures the shoe effectively under heavy use.
Aggressive toe capture
Aerodynamic shape
Race-ready pep
Low-profile toe shape reduces interference with natural hoof movement.
Robust jaw geometry secures the shoe effectively under heavy use.
$20-50 CAD
EquiStuds Original Screw-In Studs
EquiStuds Original Screw-In Studs are a market leader in equine traction thanks to precision threading, modular sizing, and a reputation for secure fitment under dynamic loads; they are often chosen by professionals who prioritize consistent performance over lower upfront cost. Compared with the consumer-focused Mustad studs and the ultra-hard Borium Blue tips, EquiStuds sit in the middle financially but offer the technical advantage of easy installation and replacement for hooves and specialized tack.
Screw-in durability
Simple installation
Screw-in durability
Simple installation
Review Summary
"Users report EquiStuds Original Screw-In Studs are robust, hold well in varied ground conditions and are simple to swap; a few find them pricier but say the durability justifies the cost."
Paddock-proven
Original screw-in design offers secure retention in a variety of shoe materials.
Paddock-proven
Original screw-in design offers secure retention in a variety of shoe materials.
Enhanced Physical Well-Being
Time-Saving Convenience
EquiStuds Original Screw-In Studs are a market leader in equine traction thanks to precision threading, modular sizing, and a reputation for secure fitment under dynamic loads; they are often chosen by professionals who prioritize consistent performance over lower upfront cost. Compared with the consumer-focused Mustad studs and the ultra-hard Borium Blue tips, EquiStuds sit in the middle financially but offer the technical advantage of easy installation and replacement for hooves and specialized tack.
Screw-in durability
Simple installation
Paddock-proven
Original screw-in design offers secure retention in a variety of shoe materials.
Precision-machined threads minimize loosening and make repeated installs reliable.
Screw-in durability
Simple installation
Paddock-proven
Original screw-in design offers secure retention in a variety of shoe materials.
Precision-machined threads minimize loosening and make repeated installs reliable.
$80-200 CAD
St. Croix Eventer Plus Studs
St. Croix Eventer Plus Studs are positioned as a premium performance stud tailored for competitive and eventing riders who require aggressive, adjustable traction without heavy shoe modification. Compared with EasyCare's removable studs and Mustad's nails, the Eventer Plus balances strong bite and ease of tuning, delivering a mid-to-high-end financial proposition for those who want tunable performance rather than the lowest upfront cost.
Event-grade bite
Toolless adjustability
Event-grade bite
Toolless adjustability
Review Summary
"St. Croix Eventer Plus Studs are widely regarded as high-quality, dependable studs that deliver excellent traction and retention in competitive and trail settings, with many buyers appreciating the premium fit and longevity. Some mention a higher price but feel the performance justifies the cost."
Lightweight punch
Aggressive conical/profiled tip engineered for maximum traction on cross-country terrain
Lightweight punch
Aggressive conical/profiled tip engineered for maximum traction on cross-country terrain
Enhanced Physical Well-Being
Skill Development & Mastery
Recreational Enjoyment
St. Croix Eventer Plus Studs are positioned as a premium performance stud tailored for competitive and eventing riders who require aggressive, adjustable traction without heavy shoe modification. Compared with EasyCare's removable studs and Mustad's nails, the Eventer Plus balances strong bite and ease of tuning, delivering a mid-to-high-end financial proposition for those who want tunable performance rather than the lowest upfront cost.
Event-grade bite
Toolless adjustability
Lightweight punch
Aggressive conical/profiled tip engineered for maximum traction on cross-country terrain
Fits Eventer Plus stud systems and many common shoe types for versatile use
Event-grade bite
Toolless adjustability
Lightweight punch
Aggressive conical/profiled tip engineered for maximum traction on cross-country terrain
Fits Eventer Plus stud systems and many common shoe types for versatile use
$40-80 CAD
Victory Racing Plate Titanium Series
Victory Racing Plates combine boutique plate shaping with a proprietary titanium alloy and variable thickness geometry to deliver race-optimised flex and minimal mass; they target riders and farriers willing to invest in top-tier materials and engineered breakover. While pricier than aluminum or composite alternatives, their tuned stiffness-to-weight ratio and custom fit options can produce measurable performance gains in sprint and endurance contexts, outperforming standard titanium and aluminum plates in response and durability. They are positioned as a market-leading premium solution for competitive shoeing programs focused on marginal gains.
Race-tuned stiffness
Heat-forged strength
Race-tuned stiffness
Heat-forged strength
Review Summary
"Victory's Titanium Series gets high marks from racers for maximum weight savings, responsiveness and race-day durability, with most buyers accepting the higher cost for the performance gain."
Titanium grin — fast
Aircraft-grade titanium construction for exceptional strength-to-weight ratio.
Titanium grin — fast
Aircraft-grade titanium construction for exceptional strength-to-weight ratio.
Enhanced Physical Well-Being
Recreational Enjoyment
Skill Development & Mastery
Victory Racing Plates combine boutique plate shaping with a proprietary titanium alloy and variable thickness geometry to deliver race-optimised flex and minimal mass; they target riders and farriers willing to invest in top-tier materials and engineered breakover. While pricier than aluminum or composite alternatives, their tuned stiffness-to-weight ratio and custom fit options can produce measurable performance gains in sprint and endurance contexts, outperforming standard titanium and aluminum plates in response and durability. They are positioned as a market-leading premium solution for competitive shoeing programs focused on marginal gains.
Race-tuned stiffness
Heat-forged strength
Titanium grin — fast
Aircraft-grade titanium construction for exceptional strength-to-weight ratio.
Advanced venting and profile shaped for rapid breakover and reduced fatigue.
Race-tuned stiffness
Heat-forged strength
Titanium grin — fast
Aircraft-grade titanium construction for exceptional strength-to-weight ratio.
Advanced venting and profile shaped for rapid breakover and reduced fatigue.
$240-420 CAD