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Hi all,

I've been reading a book on Cossack history.  Cossacks
rode in a Tatar style bridle.  If you ever see
pictures of the goat pulling game in Central Asia or
general pictures of Mongolian horses they use this
style of bridle.  What makes it different is that the
nose band is attached directly to the headstall so it
acts kind of like a combination bit.  I have yet to
see a picture of a Mongolian/Tatar/Cossack horse in
anything other than one of these bridles. All they
ever use is a simple snaffle bit with this bridle
(sometimes with a tiedown).  Does anyone know where I
can get one or how I can fit/make one to a horse? 
> From what I have read these bridles are just tied
raw-hide with no buckles.  Anyway, I currently use a
Kineton noseband to control my mare on the first loops
of races.  I really like this because I don't have to
go to a really severe bit and I can just take if off
after the first loop.  The thing I don't like about
the Kineton noesband is that it's like one of those
chain puzzles...can be frustrating if I am in a hurry.
Anyway, if anyone could help me with this you can
e-mail me privately.

Merry Christmas everyone!

-Lynn









-Lynn


     
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