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Re: [RC] Bits - bekossoLysane: I like big fat bosals for working young horses (late 2s, early 3s) when their caps are coming loose. It means I can work the horse effectively without invading a tender mouth. Otherwise, ie: starting them in ground work, I prefer a fairly thick snaffle with a loose ring, and this is often the bit I go back to once the teething thing is over. The bosal is limited in scope and, like all other equipment, must be used properly - hands very low and quiet in combination with leg and seat aids to help the horse make the transition back into a bit. Use the bosal properly and your horse will be ready to neck rein when you get him back into a bit. I don't know why anyone would specifically aspire to use the S-hackamore. At the end of the day, use the bit that works for the horse. I agree with other riders who want to bit their endurance horses as softly as possible to protect their mouths from bruising and to limit the damage in the event of a trip or spook. As far as eating and drinking on the trail, I'm just as happy to drop the bit or take off the bridle. It's a psychological aid that tells the horse he can take a rest. During the afternoon, when the horses are generally quiet, I'll ride with the halter alone. As an aside, I prefer to ride with a fairly loose rein - not flopping, but loose enough to allow the horse to carry the bit comfortably without letting it bang on his mouth. Cheers, bkbkbk =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Ridecamp is a service of Endurance Net, http://www.endurance.net. Information, Policy, Disclaimer: http://www.endurance.net/Ridecamp Subscribe/Unsubscribe http://www.endurance.net/ridecamp/logon.asp Ride Long and Ride Safe!! =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=
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