Riding club pony class

[stormyhorse]

Im doing a Riding club pony class on my 14.2 connie on monday. Do you think i should show him in his hanging cheek snaffle, to show he is a snaffle mouth, or in his pelham? It is only a local show btw.

 

[moodymare1987]

Does it say in the rules what bit to have in? Our riding club is snaffle only.

 

[soph21]

I ride Bear in a snaffle for everyday but in his pelham for Showing, it looks smarter and if I need extra brakes I have them LOL

 

[stormyhorse]

It doesnt state anywhere that you have to ride in a snaffle. He doesnt need brakes, and works well in both bits so do i go for the smart pelham or the more practical snaffle?

 

[TGM]

Personally, for Riding Club Pony I would opt for the snaffle if he goes just as well in both bits.

 

[soph21]

If he's fine than stick to the snaffle!
Its nice to see horses/ponies in plain bits

 

[stormyhorse]

Thanks for you opinions, i'll put him in his snaffle. Its a nice little bit for his head. Thanks!

 

[Kenzo]

Definately either of the snaffles, you'll score more brownie points with the judge if your pony goes beautifully in a snaffle rather than a pelham!

I would expect to see all ponys in a snaffle for a RC class at a local show.