#$%^&*AU2011236102A120120517.pdf#####ABSTRACT The present invention relates to an improved sliding horseshoe for use on a reining arena surface. The shoe allowing the horse to selectively and subsequently undertake sliding action in a first mode, and manoeuvrability actions in a second mode. The horseshoe including a substantially u-shape body the bottom surface of the body including an arrangement of flat surfaces, and contours or grooves to effect the sliding action.
