Going back to a bit after bitless!

[Montyforever]

I must longrein Honey tomorrow!!
Now shes had her teeth sorted ive had the all clear to put her bit back in. I dont know how she'll react hopefully ill have a bit more control back as im not jogging with my two broken toes

Any tips for making the transition back easier?
Ta in advance

 

[hadfos]

Lunge in side reins

 

[Chico Mio]

Why do you have to put her bit back in? Would I be right in assuming that you do a discipline that means you can't ride bitless?

 

[Montyforever]

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Why do you have to put her bit back in? Would I be right in assuming that you do a discipline that means you can't ride bitless?

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Nope, shes had bad teeth which are sorted now. Shes had a few weeks to settle into a new way of eating and shes now able to take a bit without pain. And shes a blimmin strong moo!!

 

[Fransurrey]

I went back to a bit due to loss of confidence a couple of years ago. When I did, I just put the bit in and rode! He hadn't been bitted in I think 3 years and I have to confess, I did no preparation at all. I think he mouthed it for all of 30 seconds and then remembered what it was all about!

In your case, due to the teeth, I would put the bit in as you used to and maybe lead her in it for general yard stuff, perhaps turning in and out. If she was bitted for a considerable time before you taking it out, she'll remember. Henry did!