![]() There is not a continuous pressure on any set point. Surely the reason why horses don't grab onto a waterford bit - is because due to the multiple links the horse cant grab onto it. It isn't, regardless of who is holding the reins. I wouldn't condemn their use, nor do I think the bit is an evil or 'cruel'.īut to say it's mild or kind is not the case at all. ![]() I have used one with Gelfy, as a remedial aid. It's almost impossible to get a decent, steady contact in them, horses that work down into teh bridle in a waterford are extremely rare because the bit makes a steady contact impossible because of it's design (ie to stop horses leaning on the bit and pulling - a bit that stops that also stops the horse taking up a proper contact) and most horses end up behind the bit backing off the contact in a waterford eventually. They are not really long-term bits, more a remedial bit. ![]() I imagine the flash is there to stop the horse opening it's mouth - can't imagine it would readily accept that kind of pressure and (has to be said) discomfort otherwise. To add a gag action means that not only are you acting on all parts of the mouth, but also introducing leverage in the mouth and the gag action on other parts of the head. It can hurt however lightly you use it - however gentle you are, there will be pressure from the balls on the mouth and there will be a degree of sidways action when reins are used independantly which drags the beads across the mouth. There is a reason horses don't pull in it - because it hurts when they do. However kind your hands are, it is a severe bit because of it's action it acts on all parts of the mouth with fairly intense pressure even when a light contact is used. If you need any assistance in selecting the right item for you or your horse please don't hesitate to contact us.I'm quite amazed how many people think the waterford is not harsh. Our sales advisors all use these products on a daily basis so are able to offer you expert advice. We are one of the largest independent retailers of Lorina in the UK and a verified premium stockist giving us access to the entire range. Please note that bits which have had the tags removed or have been in contact with the horses mouth cannot be returned for health & safety reasons. The full cheek waterford snaffle is a useful bit for green horses, as the full cheek prevents the bit from being able dragged through the horses mouth.įull cheek french link snaffles conform to the shape of the horses mouth more naturally than a single jointed bit, eliminating the nutcracker action.įull cheek bits are often used on young horses to aid steering, as the cheek gives a more positive action against the cheek when the rider asks for a turn.Īvailable in Stainless Steel in 4.5', 5', 5.5' or 6'. The waterford is normally selected one size larger than the horse's usual bit size to allow freedom and correct fit of the bit in the horses mouth. The rider should never 'see saw' the hands when using a waterford bit as it can make the bit very severe. If the horse pulls whilst wearing the waterford, the mouthpiece is uncomfortable and usually the horse will not lean on it. The mouthpiece is made up of a series of rounded links, that is similar to a chain and can be manipulated by the horse allowing him to swallow and move his mouth freely. The Full cheek waterford snaffle can be a comfortable bit for a horse as long as the rider has sympathetic hands. This Full cheek snaffle has a jointed mouthpiece that acts like a nutcracker on the bars, and can also contact with the horses palate. The single jointed bits also may have a head raising action so would be less suitable for your horse if they ride with a high head carriage or above the bit.īreeds that have particularly large tongues, have less room in the mouth for a single jointed bit as this pushes the bit nearer the roof of the mouth.Īrabs/TB's have a lower palate, both of these examples may not benefit from the single jointed bits as the nutcracker action may cause bruising of the roof of the mouth. The single joint puts pressure on the sides of the tongue, on the lips and on the bars due to the nutcracker. The full cheek snaffle is a useful bit for green horses, as the full cheek prevents the bit from being able dragged through the horses mouth. ![]() By securing the cheek, it also allows a very small amount of poll pressure to come into play, helping to encourage a lower outline. Full cheek snaffles should be used with fulmer loops which secure the top of the bit to the cheekpieces to prevent the bit from rotating and leaving the cheeks pointing out which could pose a hazard. Full cheek bits are often used on young horses to aid steering, as the cheek gives a more positive action against the cheek when the rider asks for a turn.
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