horse with very fussy mouth

[mjcssjw2]

mmm, i do have a miklem for her, but not convinced its making any difference, my instructor suggested trying bitless
dont know how that would go down showing and for dressage though!

 

[Annagain]

You have to have a bit for dressage. I'm not sure about showing but I imagine you'd be makred down for it even if it's allowed.

 

[Tihamandturkey]

It's because there is a front & back strap to the noseband & the back strap runs through metal rings on both sides thereby allowing it to move with the jaw more & when it does move it doesn't have as much impact on the front of the nose. Well that's the simplified reason anyway, I'm sure some googling will get you it in far more accurate detail.

Sounds very complicated 😆

If a Cavesson is fitted loosely it doesn't have any impact on the front of the nose 🤔

 

[Rosiejazzandpia]

Do you mind if I ask where you got a cheaper version from? Have had a quick look, can only find Bomber or Trust ( which are even more expensive!)

I found mine on eBay marketed as a western bit. I've just done a search and couldn't find anything but will try to find a link for you in the morning