Ergonomically designed with Sarah Rose McDonald, the 3-piece design of this bit results in even pressure across the tongue, bars, and lips. The bit is wrapped with copper to help emphasize cues, with copper rings around the dogbone as well.
Stage A bits are great for starting horses, training, or maintaining steady contact. Aspects include direct reining, non-leverage loose rings and dee rings with mouthpiece diameters 5/16" and over.
Stage A bits are great for starting horses, training, or maintaining steady contact. Aspects include direct reining, non-leverage loose rings and dee rings with mouthpiece diameters 5/16" and over.
Stage C bits are built for riders and horses who love neck reining. Horses who respond well to poll pressure are in Stage C. Features include solid mouthpieces and cheek attachments, and swivel cheeks with jointed mouthpieces or low to medium ports.
The Reinsman Argentine Bit features a copper mouthpiece designed to promote salivation and a soft mouth. Ideal for sensitive horses, it provides gentle control and clear communication during training and riding.
Stage A bits are great for starting horses, training, or maintaining steady contact. Aspects include direct reining, non-leverage loose rings and dee rings with mouthpiece diameters 5/16" and over.
Stage A bits are great for starting horses, training, or maintaining steady contact. Aspects include direct reining, non-leverage loose rings and dee rings with mouthpiece diameters 5/16" and over.
Stage A bits are great for starting horses, training, or maintaining steady contact. Aspects include direct reining, non-leverage loose rings and dee rings with mouthpiece diameters 5/16" and over.
Stage A bits are great for starting horses, training, or maintaining steady contact. Aspects include direct reining, non-leverage loose rings and dee rings with mouthpiece diameters 5/16" and over.
Stage C bits are built for riders and horses who love neck reining. Horses who respond well to poll pressure are in Stage C. Features include solid mouthpieces and cheek attachments, and swivel cheeks with jointed mouthpieces or low to medium ports.
Nylon tie straps are a great choice for easy cinching and eliminating bulk under the leg. Nylon doesn't stretch, making it a good pair for girths made of organic materials (like leather or mohair). It's important to cinch the saddle the same on both sides
The 6-inch cheek has a 2-1/2-inch purchase and a 3-1/2-inch shank. This ratio (the difference in the length of the purchase and shank) and the swept-back design of the shank make this a mild cheek.
The 7-1/2-inch cheek style is next in the lineup. Extremely versatile, this bit can be used for training drills, pleasure riding, or competition. This cheek has a 2-1/2-inch purchase with a 5-inch shank.
A necessity in any horseman’s toolbox, the D Ring Snaffle has a nice weight, balance, and feel. Its slightly heavier design not only makes it durable, but it takes a deliberate action to cue the horse.
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Presence is something that cannot be taught, but for those lucky enough to be born with it, that quality can take them far. Owned by Rae Dawn Arabians, 2013 mare RD Marciea Bey oozes personality and charisma in the show ring.
The first decorator models were simple shades of blue and gold, either dappled or solid. Today’s decorators pull from a rich palette of colors and a variety of inspirations, including rainbows, holidays, and the night sky.
The Pessoa training system consists of an easy-to-put-together ropes, clips and pulleys, as well as a breeching strap that passes behind the horse’s hindquarters and is used in conjunction with a training surcingle while the horse is being lunged.
The Barrel Dee Snaffle is a very simple single jointed Dee Ring bit that is suitable for horses of all levels. The Barrel Dee applies pressure to the sides of the tongue, bars and lips while the Dee ring cheeks apply pressure at the sides of the face.