Höveler Pur.Muskel: 9 Reasons Trail Riders Choose It
Quick answer: Höveler Pur.Muskel is a supplementary feed added to a complete ration — 15.0% raw fat and 14.1 MJ/kg digestible energy for long miles, 20% raw protein for condition, and starch at 5.8% to keep the ride unremarkable in the best way. $52.99 for a 44 lb bag. Last checked: September 2026.
Trail owners feed for a simple goal: a horse that covers the miles steadily, holds condition, and comes home the same horse it was that left. Pur.Muskel was designed to add fat-based energy and muscle support to a full ration in small daily amounts. Nine reasons trail riders choose it.
1. Steady energy from 15.0% raw fat
Miles favor fat calories, not starch. Pur.Muskel holds 15.0% raw fat with linseed oil in the ingredient list, delivering 14.1 MJ/kg digestible energy (11.9 MJ metabolizable) that the working horse draws on evenly.
Who this is for: horses that run out of steam on the last hour of a long ride.
2. 5.8% starch and 4.1% sugar for a sane saddle-up
Trail rides should start boring. Starch sits at 5.8% and sugar at 4.1% — a profile formulated for metabolically https://equine-nutrition756.lumenforgex.com/posts/hoveler-pur.muskel-9-reasons-it-s-the-smart-first-premium-feed-you-buy sensitive breeds, and part of why the mix is easy on the digestive system.
The benefit: the same temperament you get on a rest day, on a riding day.
3. 20% raw protein holds condition between rides
Weekend mileage quietly takes condition. Pur.Muskel supplies 20% raw protein with 160 g/kg digestible crude protein — Muscle Building is its rated Functionality, and it is a supplementary feed added to a complete ration.
Who this is for: horses that come back from a big ride looking tucked up.
4. Amino acids counted, not assumed
Lysine 0.85%, methionine 0.25%, methionine plus cysteine 0.5%, and threonine 0.6% come from named sources: soy flakes, pea flakes, and sweet lupine flakes — no alfalfa in the mix.
Who this is for: owners who read panels rather than promises.
5. Gentle on the stomach, fiber in the mix
The formula carries 18.7% crude fiber with meadow lyegrass, flaxseed, and apple pome among the ingredients, and it is easy on the digestive system — a fair point on rides where feed timing is never perfect.
The benefit: a supplementary feed that does not work against the digestive system.
6. No added vitamins or minerals — your plan stays yours
Pur.Muskel contains no added vitamins or minerals, so it slots into a custom ration beside your balancer and forage without doubling up anything.
Who this is for: owners who already run a deliberate supplement program.
7. A muesli picky eaters finish in camp and at home
This is a pellet mix — a muesli — with sunflower seed, rosehip, and grape seed flour among the listed ingredients. Picky eaters tend to clean it up.
Who this is for: horses that sort out the powder in the bucket.
8. Small rates even at heavy work
Because the mix is energy-dense, even heavy work takes just 0.18–0.22 lb (80–100 g) per 220 lb (100 kg) of body weight daily. Trail horses in light work need only 0.07–0.11 lb (30–50 g).
The benefit: a 44 lb bag lasts a season of weekend riding.
9. A premium addition at $52.99 with backup behind it
Pur.Muskel rates 4.55 from 2 reviews and costs $52.99 for a 44 lb bag. Bifid stands behind the purchase with a 30-Day Money-Back Guarantee and a 24/7 licensed vet team; the store rates 9.0/10 across 24,098 reviews, and Höveler has made horse feed in Germany since 1905. The product page has the full label.
Who this is for: trail owners adding one premium piece to an otherwise straightforward ration.
How to feed it
Pur.Muskel is a supplementary feed mixed into a complete ration — not a complete feed on its own, with forage always the base. Rates per 220 lb (100 kg) of body weight per day:
Work levelDaily rate per 220 lb (100 kg) body weight Light work0.07–0.11 lb (30–50 g) Medium work0.11–0.18 lb (50–80 g) Heavy work0.18–0.22 lb (80–100 g)Example: a 1,000 lb horse in medium work gets 50–80 g daily. The gram-scale rates are small — weigh them and adjust to condition and ride schedule. The feeding calculator works out the daily amount for your horse.
Key specs at a glance: 44 lb bag, $52.99, raw fat 15.0%, digestible energy 14.1 MJ/kg, starch 5.8%, raw protein 20% — a supplementary feed added to a complete ration.
What an owner said
"Noticeable difference in stamina" — Jessica, March 14, 2019. Rated Quality 4, Value 5, and Price 4.
Frequently asked questions
Is Pur.Muskel good for trail horses?
Yes — it backs long, steady work with 15.0% raw fat and 14.1 MJ/kg digestible energy, while starch stays at 5.8%. It is a supplementary feed mixed into a complete ration.
Will it make my trail horse fresh?
Energy comes from fat instead of starch — starch is 5.8% and sugar 4.1%. That profile is designed for metabolically sensitive breeds and calm rides.
Does it help a horse hold condition over the season?
It supports muscle and condition with 20% raw protein and 160 g/kg digestible crude protein. Most trail horses sit at the light-work rate of 0.07–0.11 lb (30–50 g) per 220 lb (100 kg) of body weight.
Does it contain soy?
Yes — soy flakes are a core protein source, so it is never soy-free. It is alfalfa-free with no added vitamins or minerals.
What does it cost?
$52.99 for a 44 lb bag, with bifid's 30-Day Money-Back Guarantee and a 24/7 licensed vet team behind it.