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LeMieux | MIMsafe XC boot

 

This high-performance XC boot is designed in collaboration with MIMsafe, creators of the FEI’s MIMclip. The fusion of cutting-edge engineering, anatomic low-profile design and MIM’s safety innovation heralds a new generation of XC leg protection.

Technical Features

MIMsafe Boots

Strike Guards

Air Vents

Moulded Outer

V-Cut Front

Adaptive Foam Lining

Water Resistant

MIMsafe Boots

The high-performance XC boot, designed in collaboration with MIMsafe, creators of the FEI’s MIMclip. A fusion of cutting-edge engineering, anatomic low-profile design and MIM’s innovation.

  • Strike Guards
  • Air Vents
  • Moulded Outer
  • V-Cut Front
  • Adaptive Foam Lining
  • Water Resistant

Strike Guards

Designed to radiate shock away from impact, the integrated polythermal resin strike guards are contoured to protect the tendon and cannon bone.

Air Vents

Multiple surface air vents release heat build-up inside the boot for optimal thermal control.

Moulded Outer

The ultra-strong outer shell is made from a one-piece TPU mould incorporating three attachment straps. It’s lightweight, seamless and abrasion resistant while maximising flexibility and freedom of movement.

V-Cut Front

Unique V-cut front profile reduces friction and drag if contact is made with a fence

Adaptive Foam Lining

The high-density micro cell foam lining is soft, breathable and shock absorbent

Water Resistant

Inner foam lining is resistant coated to avoid water uptake and maintain the lightness of the boot.

MIMsafe Safety first and foremost!

In everything we do at MIMsafe, from safety innovations for the automotive industry, to designing crashproof dog cages for cars and developing safety systems for Eventing, our main driving force is to save lives and make the future safer. That’s why I invented the MIMclip for the FEI, a system to make the Cross Country phase safer, by allowing fences to collapse when hit at certain angles and with certain pressure.I’m passionate about making the sport safer for future generations. My latest invention, in collaborations with LeMieux, is this revolutionary MIMsafe Cross Country Boot designed to minimise friction when a boot comes in contact with a fence, without compromising the support and protection of the horse. This may only seem a minor detail but marginal gains in safety can appear small but the positive net effect can make a big difference. Watching contestants and their horses safely enjoy the sport is one of my greatest pleasures and another personal reason for me to make the sport safer for everyone who loves it as much as I do. Mats Björnetun | MIMsafe Founder

FAQs

What is MIM? What does it mean?

The company MIMsafe is the creator of the FEI’s MIMclip, used in XC jumps in courses worldwide to make fences frangible, thereby helping prevent rotational falls. You can find out more about MIMsafe and their work at www.mimsafeuk.com

How breathable are they? How many air vents do they have?

The boot's surface air vents (6 on the hind boot, 9 on the front boot) help release heat build-up inside the boot. The innovative open cell 'F6' high-density PU foam lining is breathable. The friction-free binding also helps breathability with thouands of tiny perforations or 'pores'.

How shock absorbing are they, and what are the strike guards made of?

The strike guard material is 100% thermoplastic resin, which is highly absrasion-resistant and fully bonded to the shell and lining. The strike guards are therfore integrated into the boot, remaining flexible yet fully protective (with the harness of plastic) and radiate shock away from the point of impact. The innovative open cell 'F6' high-density PU foam lining offers great cushioning and recovery from compression, so is very shock absorbing.

Whats the V front designed for?

The V-cut front edge of the boot streamlines the boot profile, eliminating a 'lip' where the top of the boot meets the front of the horse's leg.

Are the straps elasticated?

No, the straps are not elasticated. Because they are created with protection foremost in mind, they're injection moulded in one continuious piece as the boot outer shell, made of the same highly abrasion-resistant thermoplastic resin, which is stretch resistant. Adjustments to fit can be made via the 3 hook and loop tape straps. Non-elasticity also aids a close fit ensuring the boot won't slip or spin on the leg.

Do they hold water?

MIMsafe boots are made with a lightweight mesh lining which is treated to prevent water uptake. Submerging the boot for long periods is not recommended. Dry the boots in a well-ventilated area between wears.

Are they FEI, BE, BJSA or PC legal?

For BE, PC and FEI competitions, the MIMsafe front and hind boots are legal for the cross country phase of the competition. Only the front boots are legal for the showjumping phase where different rules apply.

 

You can wear MIMsafe front boots for BSJA competition. Different rules apply for hind boots, which MIMsafe hind boots do not meet.

 

How do I fit them? Does the fit come up big or small?

To find the right size, use a soft measuring tape, measure around your horse's leg at the appropriate points and measure the height from fetlock to knee. Compare to the size guide which is available on the relevant product page at lemieux.com.

 

The yellow markers at the back of the boot help to line the boot up correctly with the back of the horse's leg.

 

MIMsafe boots are designed to fit true to size. If you have any feedback on sizing, please do let us know.

How heavy are they?

Front - 192.67g

Hind - 222.82g

Are they sold as singles, pairs or a set of four?

They are sold in pairs, either front or hind.

Can I put them in the washing machine?

Yes - follow the care instructions on the product page at lemieux.com. Wash in a wash bag on a cold cycle at no more than 30ºC

Have they got neoprene in?

No, MIMsafe Boots are neoprene free.
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