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AmyMay

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What can people tell me about mylers - as I really don't know very much about them?

The reason for the change is I do need a stronger bit when doing fast work - especially in company - as I get totally P*ssed off with, which I do not enjoy.

I'm thinking specifically of a myler 33 (after watching Team Fred's on H&C TV). But is this too strong a bit? Thumper also likes to flip his head up as an evasion - which I manage to avoid most of the time - but if I'm not quick enough, up it goes.

Cheers all.
 
They can be useful bits on some horses, but expensive so I would probably try cheaper things first.

What is he in at the moment? If you want something with a similar action to the myler hooks why not try a wilkie snaffle? I'd also ride in a standing martingale and try and break the habit of inverting neck
 
Try to borrow one before you buy one - they are basically so good as each side of the bit has completely independent action, can help to lift the shoulders, and if the horse takes a hold on one side, you've still got the other side to try and control him/her with. Some horses go very nicely in them, others have no reaction to them at all, so def try and get hold of one to try before you spend a huge amount of money!
Why not just try a rubber pelham with 2 reins as you can loosen the curb reain when he's not being strong, then pick it up when you go cantering! That's what I'm going to have to start using for fast work in my boy, even though I'm a very 'snaffle' person.
 
He's in a loose ring KK at the moment - which is generally ok for everything that we do except the faster work, where I really do struggle to keep control.

Not keen on popping him in anything with a curb chain as I feel he will just explode in one. Can't tell you why - it's just my gut feeling......
 
Myler is just a brand name for a "bitting system" - they make everything from very standard type snaffles and curbs up to some very "signature" models.

Your best bet might be to contact a distributor who offers a "bit help" option and can go through exactly what you want and make suggestions. The Myler site in the US offers such a service - I've known a couple people who have used it and while I was frankly sceptical to start, they've received some quite specialised advice about mouthpiece type, hooks vs no hooks etc. which seems to have worked very well. Certainly better than trying things blindly, especially given the price. (This is a bit the problem with borrowing - there's no guarantee what works for one will work for another.)
 
Myler bits - these are fantastic - my horse has never gone better. They are shaped to fit the horses mouth more comfortably and you will often find a horse that throws his head in a conventional bit will settle in one of these. Best of luck !
 
we are about to try a neue schule jumper for similar reasons. It's best to borrow/loan first as these things are quire expensive to have around if they are not what you want.
 
only bit my lad doesnt fight me in when he gets too strong. I use the correctional ported snaffle. he knows every evasion and uses them all regularly. The myler is the only one he seems to accept. He is a connemara x with fat tongue and low palate. Worth the money IMHO.
 
To be honest I cant ride my horse in any other make now.

Agree they might not suit all horses but from personel experience I love them.

I have the snaffles for the flat and the combination bits for jumping. I changed him back to a 'normal' snaffle a few months ago and pretty much got off and changed him back. It was unbelievable.

I always borrowed them first to make sure they were the ones I was looking for as they are a lot of money but if it works they are worth every penny.
 
Personally, havent found anything that goes in them which wouldnt go as well in another type of bit. Had one horse who was recommended to be in a combination, and a myler comfort because of his mouth conformation etc, but he goes just as well (if not better) in a lozenged snaffle and a nathe cartwheel gag. People tend to use them because they have very good explanations etc into their use, but tbh i dont think they solve anything that any "traditional" type bit couldnt.
 
Can I add that I have tried many bits to see what is best as I was having a lot of problems. The Mylers came out tops. This is because of the shape of them in the mouth. 'Traditional' bits just are not right for my horse. Having said that, there are other bits on the market with similar shapes to the Myler but as I found one that works I think it best to stick to it. They are worth giving a go if you think they can help and your horse will be happier.
 
I bought a comfort snaffle with hooks for my boy as I was schooling in a lozenge snaffle but using a pelham with 2 reins to hack in as he can be super strong.

He used to be a lock head down and go chap but with the myler this changed to head in the air evasion, the first time his head was literally in my lap. I now have him back in the pelham with 2 reins and a martingale (did not need use a martingale before...)

Amymay I too would be more than happy to lend you mine (keep meaning to ebay it) its a 5 inch (was told to buy a size smaller and my boy normally takes 5.25 - 5.5)
 
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Amymay I too would be more than happy to lend you mine (keep meaning to ebay it) its a 5 inch (was told to buy a size smaller and my boy normally takes 5.25 - 5.5)

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That's really kind of you - thanks. But have one on it's way to me allready, kindly lent by another forum member.
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