- Studies Have Shown -

1 cm extra toe length = 50 kg more pull on the deep flexor tendon for every step

A large number of lameness cases are caused by breakover set too far forward.

The COBIT is a simple tool to use. It is used by new farriers & seasoned veterans. We offer demonstrations, lessons, and clinics for those who are interested. If you are not sure, ask us.
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Our response to, “Anyone with a good eye can see ….”  Often true, BUT, what we see on the outside of a foot does not always reflect what is actually going on.  

Adding a COBIT to your toolbox means you are willing to go the extra mile, particularly, for those horses that need something a little different.
— Scott Sapergia

“My horses have never been so sound and free moving. They will not be shod without the COBIT.” Rusty Rae Woodward

a woman riding a horse around a barrel in a barrel racing competition

“The Center of Balance Indicating Tool is a game changer in proper horseshoeing.” Dale Clearwater - Canada’s 2023 WGH

“I believe in the COBIT. It consistently shocks me on what it can do for so many different horses in all disciplines.” Lars Baron - Farrier

Ross Smith holding the horse's left hoof and placing a COBIT on it

“In an effort to NOT have to x-ray a problem horse every time, we went on a mission to x-ray every horse we could. We did the good footed as well as the bad footed ones, the lame ones, & the sound ones. That’s how we developed the COBIT.”

Ross Smith

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A COBIT balancing on Ross Smith's leg with his hand above it

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