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Should I change bits for my young horse even though I want to do dressage?
All my horses have only ever been ridden in a loose ring snaffle because I do a lot of dressage. One of my horses is really strong and I was considering switching to a gag as he goes so much better in that. Only problem is will this make him worse when we try to switch back to a snaffle for dressage?
Also, he's on loan to someone and she has harsher hands than me. It's nothing major or I wouldn't let her ride him I'm just worried if she's riding in the gag regularly will it harden his mouth?
(I don't ride him hardly ever I'm asking for her)
2 Answers
- Skoda JohnLv 78 years agoFavorite Answer
I dislike gags as bits on principle that they have the effect of encouraging a pulling battle which you will loose.
I like a nice soft snaffle but if you want something to give a bit more control how about a Pelham.with 2 reins for a full double bridle.
You need to have a rider with good hands on the horse which is possibly why they are pulling anyway.
Remember is takes 2 to pull.
If you can get the horse to come onto the bit then they will come softer in the hand.
- 8 years ago
I am not too familiar with dressage I like the other stuff its too formal but my opinion choice would be the loose bit stay with it and just tighten your rains one or two notches.
