D-ring: This bit gets its name from the shape of the bit ring, which is shaped like the capital letter…
Dr. Bristol: A double-jointed mouthpiece, similar to the French link, yet more severe. That’s because the centerpiece of the Dr.…
French link: Like the Dr. Bristol snaffle, the French link features a three-piece mouthpiece. But the French link is the…
Mullen mouth: Despite the non-jointed mouthpiece, a Mullen mouth snaffle is just that: a snaffle. When designed with a pair…
Eggbutt Snaffle: This oddly named snaffle does indeed resemble the oval shape of an egg. Unlike a loose ring snaffle,…
Got saddle? Well, now you probably need a pad, too. Whether you ride English or western, selecting the proper pad…
O-Ring or Loose Ring Snaffle: One of the mildest bits, the plain snaffle features a smooth, simple mouthpiece and round…
A twisted mouthpiece (top) and a smooth mouthpiece on full-cheek snaffle bits. Full Cheek Snaffle: The vertical cheekpieces prevent the bit…
Grazing bit: One of the most popular western curb bits, the grazing bit features fixed shanks that connect to a…
Selecting the right bit for your horse can be overwhelming, especially when you consider all the varieties that are dazzlingly…