Horse bits

There are a lot of bits out there, and it can get really overwhelming. This explains the pieces of the bit, the uses, and best practices.

Does your bit suit your horse? With many contradicting theories around bit fitting, it is difficult to decipher whether your horse’s bit is sitting correctly in their mouth. An ill-fitting bit can cause a large…

Choosing a bit for your horse is serious business, but it doesn't need to be stressful. Our guide helps you find the right mouthpiece.

When it comes to horse bits, the options available to riders seem endless. In this article we will guide you on different types of horse bits.

There are basically only two kinds of bits — the snaffle (with no shanks) and the curb (with shanks). Plus, there’s the Pelham, which combines a snaffle and curb, but there are hundreds of different variations on these two basic types. A so-called double bridle, used by some English riders, polo players and other equestrian competitions like dressage, actually has two bits — a curb and a snaffle — in the horse’s mouth.

Entire books have been written about bits and finding the best bit for you and your horse. This article serves as a simplified guide to teach you all about the most common bits found in both English and Western disciplines. #horsebits #westernbits #horsetack #englishbits #typesofbitsforhorses #typesofbits

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