whats the best bit to use for a horse training in barrels?
I have an 11yr old QH mare and im training her in barrels and the bit im using is a tom thumb stainless steal bit…I heard when training you should use a snaffle what do you think?
Hi Danielle,
Find out what type of bit your horse prefers. Many horses like snaffle bits better than solid mouthpiece bits because the snaffle has more give. A solid bit does not allow for as much turn, but has better stopping power than a snaffle bit
Many barrel horses work well in a gag bit. This type of bit is normally a snaffle bit but instead of being joined to the side of the bit, the ends of the mouthpiece can slide up and down as you pull the reins. This is a favorite bit among barrel racers. Some gag bits also come with a nosepiece to help get control of the horse’s nose
Use a few different bits on your horse until you find the perfect bit for your horse’s needs.
You need to experiment with a couple of different bits to see how your horse responds to which bit the best.
Best of luck to you
Hi Danielle,
Find out what type of bit your horse prefers. Many horses like snaffle bits better than solid mouthpiece bits because the snaffle has more give. A solid bit does not allow for as much turn, but has better stopping power than a snaffle bit
Many barrel horses work well in a gag bit. This type of bit is normally a snaffle bit but instead of being joined to the side of the bit, the ends of the mouthpiece can slide up and down as you pull the reins. This is a favorite bit among barrel racers. Some gag bits also come with a nosepiece to help get control of the horse’s nose
Use a few different bits on your horse until you find the perfect bit for your horse’s needs.
You need to experiment with a couple of different bits to see how your horse responds to which bit the best.
Best of luck to you
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