Application of Hoof Pad

The front shoe is shaped and the tungsten pins inserted. Now Bobby Menker, CJF APF-I works through the steps to attach a Kerckhaert pad to the shoe. The pad will help protect the bottom of the foot from the rocky trail conditions she'll be working in. He's using a bandsaw to cut the pad but this step can be done with manual pad cutters, Diamond pad shears or a good sharp knife. It is important to rivet the pad to the heels so the pad stays in place.