![]() A slow twist, which has the fewest turns, is less severe than a fast twitch, which has more. The Baucher is a good snaffle for horses that tolerate very little bit movement in their mouths.Ī twisted bit features a three-sided mouthpiece that has been twisted to apply more concentrated pressure than a rounded mouthpiece throughout the mouth. Without leverage they do not exert poll pressure. The arms, which attach to the bridle’s cheekpieces, act to stabilize the bit. But without arms extending below the rings, the Baucher has no pivot point and thus no leverage. ![]() These are strong bits, typically used to encourage the horse to be lighter in front.īecause the Baucher has arms extending above the rings, it can be mistaken for a curb bit. The bridle’s cheek pieces attach to the upper ring, one pair of reins attaches to the main ring for a snaffle action and a second pair attaches to one of the lower rings, depending on how strong the rider needs the curb action to be. Because the “shank” of the Kimberwick’s cheek is considerably shorter than that of a Pelham, the Kimberwick is considered milder in the right hands.Ī three- or four-ring, European elevator or Dutch gag bit has one ring above the main ring and either three or four rings below it. Unlike the Pelham, the Kimberwick’s mouthpiece attaches toward the top of a “D”-shaped cheek instead of to a traditional shank. Like the Pelham, the Kimberwick (or Kimbelwick) combines the snaffle and curb bit into one mouthpiece to give the rider added control and encourage the horse to lower his head. A gag bit can be a good option for a strong horse, but only in the hands of an experienced horse person. Try loose rings if your horse braces against the bit to evade the rider’s rein aids.Ī gag bit employs rein attachments that thread through the cheek piece and attach to the bridle’s side pieces to exert pressure on the poll while lifting the mouthpiece, to encourage the horse to lift his head. Loose rings are not fixed like dee-rings and eggbutts but can move freely through holes in the mouthpiece. They are slightly more likely to move sideways in the horse’s mouth but overall are a great choice for a green horse. Full-cheek bits are good for horses who need help turning.Įggbutts are fixed rings similar to dee-rings but oval shaped. Keepers attach the upper arms to the bridle to help stabilize the bit and prevent the bars from catching on anything. A hunter dee-ring typically has a thicker mouthpiece and rounder edges than a racing dee-ring.įull-cheeks have narrow “arms” that project above and below the rings to keep the mouthpiece from sliding in the horse’s mouth and to help emphasize the turning aids. It is a good, basic cheek piece for starting a new or green horse. Named after the letter it resembles, the dee-ring has fixed cheek pieces to prevent the mouthpiece from pinching the horse’s lips and sliding through his mouth. In addition, if you choose to compete, the bit you use must conform to various association rules for your discipline, and those rules can change over time. But the best choice for your individual horse provides maximum communication and comfort. There is no one perfect bit for every horse, which is why there are so many different styles available. To assist you, we have partnered with Korsteel to explain how the different cheek types, mouthpieces, and materials work so you can more quickly find the right combination to meet your horse’s needs and preferences. Deciding which bit is best for your horse and chosen discipline can be a confusing and frustrating process. To determine which zone your address is in, please refer to our Shipping Page for full details.There are hundreds, if not thousands, of different bits on the market. Oversize ItemsĪdditional shipping charges for oversize items are calculated on a per product basis based on the chart below. The amount charged is based the weight and shipping distance. Overweight ItemsĪdditional shipping charges for overweight items are calculated based on the total shipping weight of all overweight items. Some of our items are heavy or oversized and may require additional shipping charges. Overweight and oversize additional shipping charges may apply. ![]() Live in New England and want your order delivered tomorrow? We offer affordable next-business day service by FedEx including delivery on Saturday for a flat rate of $11.99 for orders under $99, or just $2.99 for orders over $99. New England Next Day Shipping (including Saturday delivery!) Orders under $99 qualify for affordable $8.00 flat rate shipping. We offer FREE standard shipping on all orders over $99.00.
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