What is a Bradoon snaffle bit?

A bradoon bit is a small ringed snaffle bit that fits in the top bit position of a double bridle, sitting above a Weymouth bit on an English dressage bridle or Saddleseat bridle. The bradoon bit, like other snaffles, is a direct pressure bit, mostly providing pressure on the corners and lips of the horse’s mouth.

Can you use a Bradoon as a snaffle?

yes, you can use a bradoon for a little pony instead of a snaffle. Harvey has what is called a ‘small ring french link snaffle’ where as Piccolo’s bit is a ‘french link bradoon’ but in fairness they look identical.

What is an Eggbutt snaffle bit used for?

Eggbutt Snaffle Uses One of the most commonly used English snaffle bits is the eggbutt snaffle. It is useful in training a young horse, general riding, and the beginning stages of dressage. Some horses are ridden their whole lives in this type of bit.

Can you use a Bradoon on its own?

A Bradoon bit is the snaffle bit from a double bridle. It’s fine to use it on it’s own, they generally have smaller cheek rings so can look neater on a small head than a large ringed bit.

What is the difference between a snaffle and a curb bit?

Snaffle Bits vs Curb Bits The key difference between a snaffle bit and a curb bit is that a snaffle bit doesn’t incorporate rotation or leverage, while a curb bit does. When you apply pressure to the reins of a snaffle bit, the horse feels equal pressure in their mouth and responds to it.

What is the difference between a snaffle and a Bradoon?

is that bradoon is a type of snaffle bit, with small rings, usually used on a double bridle in conjunction with a curb bit while snaffle is a broad-mouthed, loose-ringed bit (metal in a horse’s mouth) it brings pressure to bear on the tongue and bars and corners of the mouth often used as a training bit.

Why would you use a double bridle?

The double bridle is used in order to refine and finesse communication between horse and rider at the highest levels of classical riding. The double bridle is made up of the Bradoon bit and the Weymouth bit, often referred to as the snaffle and the curb.

What is the best bit to start a horse with?

Snaffles
Snaffles. Logically, a simple snaffle is the best choice. Leave any type of curb to more advanced training. The first choice will probably be a jointed snaffle bit with smallish rings that would be unlikely to catch on anything if the horse does try to rub its face.

How do I choose a Weymouth bit?

The Weymouth is positioned a little bit lower where the horses head gets thinner. We recommend choosing the Weymouth 0.5 to 1 cm smaller than the bradoon in order to achieve the best possible effect and to make the horse feel comfortable.

What is the kindest snaffle bit?

The kindest bit is the one in the mouth of the rider with the softest hands!! Any bit can be strong in the wrong hands! But for your horse why don’t you try a loose ring happy mouth. My horse is sensitive and she likes this one.

How does the English eggbutt snaffle bit work?

Like most English snaffle bits the primary action is the pull on the bars of the mouth. The shape of the cheeks prevents the bit from pinching the horse’s lips and is one of the major appeals of this bit.

How does The Nutcracker bit on an eggbutt work?

The jointed mouthpiece exerts a nutcracker effect when the bit is engaged, pressuring the tongue and roof of the mouth. Unlike a loose ring snaffle, the rings on this bit do not rotate freely but are fixed in place.

What do you use the bradoon bit for?

English bradoon bits for your dressage or training needs. It is used for dressage or saddle seat riding along with a Weymouth bit. The bradoon distributes pressure across the tongue and lips. It regulates flexion and impulsion.

Which is better a horse bit or eggbutt?

In either case, the bit is generally bulkier around the lips, which while more comfortable for some horses, can cause others to draw their lips back. However, in general, the eggbutt is a good, safe choice for an all-purpose bit.