This bit features Eggbutt cheeks with hooks, and a Myler MB 33 wide medium ported mouthpiece. This is a Myler level 3 bit. It is NOT dressage legal.
The MB 33 is the mildest Myler mouthpiece in terms of tongue pressure. The generously wide port allows room for the tongue to pass almost completely under the bit. Because this mouthpiece does not rotate onto the tongue and the port is wide, it applies little to no tongue pressure, working primarily off the lips and bars. The port on this mouthpiece is only 1 " high, so it will apply little to no palate pressure. Because the MB 33 offers such a high degree of tongue relief, the horse that goes well in this mouthpiece has a trustworthy and consistent disposition and is trained to work off the leg and seat as well as the hands.
The addition of the hooks to the cheek makes this a more versatile version of the Eggbutt without hooks. Attaching the headstall to the top hook holds the bit in the correct position instead of allowing it to slide around the bridle cheeks. Attaching the reins to the rein hooks allows the rider to lift the cheek. Using the hooks does not add leverage,but allows the rider to transition from a direct rein action to indirect action without changing the bit. Adding a curb strap (using a Myler curb strap kit) incorporates curb pressure. Curb pressure is recommended for ported mouthpieces. The small loop behind the top slot accommodates a curb strap (attach with two curb hooks). Both the top bridle slot and bottom rein slot will fit standard " bridle leather.
Features:
- Eggbutt cheeks with hooks
- Medium wide ported mouth
- Level 3
- Not dressage legal
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals which are known to the State of California to cause cancer or reproductive harm.
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