Bits & Curbs
Circle Y Of Yoakum Josey Mitchell 3pc Fast Gag
Stage C bits are built for riders and horses who love neck reining. Horses who respond well to poll pressure are in Stage C. Features include solid mouthpieces and cheek attachments, and swivel cheeks with jointed mouthpieces or low to medium ports. Remember: start with the lightest bit possible and progress from there. It's difficult to move backwards. "These bits have proven themselves, not only in our Josey clinics, schools, and seminars but also in competitions around the world." Martha Josey Martha Josey is a living legend within barrel racing through her competitive accomplishments and also through her highly sought after year-round clinics. She is an 11-Time NFR Qualifier Barrel Racer, NFR World Champion 1980, WPRA and NBHA Champion, Olympic Gold Medalist Barrel Racer, and Clinician.
$68.99
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Circle Y Of Yoakum Josey Mattie Gag
Remember: start with the lightest bit possible and progress from there. "These bits have proven themselves, not only in our Josey clinics, schools, and seminars but also in competitions around the world." Martha Josey Martha Josey is a living legend within barrel racing through her competitive accomplishments and also through her highly sought after year-round clinics. She is an 11-Time NFR Qualifier Barrel Racer, NFR World Champion 1980, WPRA and NBHA Champion, Olympic Gold Medalist Barrel Racer, and Clinician.
$69.99
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Equibrand Goostree CG Chain Snaffle
The CG bit is one of the first bits Carol Goosetree designed. She developed this bit especially for her champion mount -inch Dobre-inch, in the late seventies. The chain snaffle mouthpiece and short gag action makes this bit soft and forgiving in a horse's mouth. Horses tend to feel comfortable in this bit and show a lot of response without overreacting. It helps add control in the turns, and support and correct an overly bendy horse. The CGs weighted shanks add more feel and help encourage a proper headset.
$76.99$69.99
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Professional's Choice Futurity Bit 6.5" Medium Port
This shank is designed for the stronger horse who still needs the flexibility of the gag cheek. The longer shank and gag action provides more poll pressure whichencourages greater flexion and gives you more control.Mouth: 5 3/4" Cheek: 6 1/2" Port: 1"
$59.95$56.99
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Professional's Choice PC Futurity Bit 6.5" 3 Piece Twisted
This is a good bit for the young horse who is ready to be transitioned from a snaffle to a shank bit. The short gag action allows the rider to pick up a horse whenneeded, allowing for greater control.The three piece twisted dog-bone mouthpiece allows for more control than the smooth version.Mouth: 5 3/4" Cheek: 6 1/2"
$59.95$56.99
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Professional's Choice Futurity Bit 5.5" Snaffle
This is a good bit for the young horse who is ready to be transitioned from a snaffle to a shank bit. The short gag action allows the rider to pick up a horse when needed, allowing for greater control.The traditional snaffle has a slightly curved mouthpiece so it is easy for a horse to carry and is comfortable. This mouthpiece will apply even pressure to the corners of a horses mouth.Mouth: 5 3/4" Cheek: 5 1/2"
$59.95$56.99
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Circle Y Of Yoakum 409 Freter Butterfly
Stage B is all about transition, with the introduction of leverage and curb pressure. Short shanked bits and half-gags comprise Stage B.
$79.99
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Professional's Choice Equisential Ported Chain
This is a ported chain bit with a 5 1/8” mouthpiece. The shank is 7 ½” long, which allows for ample leverage. This ported chain is mild, but also provides the benefit of collection without losing bend.Mouth: 5 1/8" Cheek: 7 1/2" Port: 1"NOTE: This bit will rust when exposed to moisture. This creates a sweet taste in the horses mouth and promotes salivation.
$52.95$49.99
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Professional's Choice Short Shank Bit - Ported Chain
This bit is excellent for a horse with a soft mouth. The gag cheek provides elevation in the shoulders. All of these bits should be adjusted to fit with one wrinkle in the horses mouth and a loose curb strap to allow 2-3 fingers.This mouthpiece will provide the horse with some tongue relief and the chain is light on the bars. Effective in lifting the head and shoulders, the chain allows for independent rein action while the port encourages collection.NOTE: This bit will rust when exposed to moisture. This creates a sweet taste in the horses mouth and promotes salivation.
$39.95
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Professional's Choice Long Shank Bit - Lifesaver
This shank will give more leverage while maintaining a soft feel. A step up from the short shank allowing the rider to move forward to the next level of training. All of these bits should be adjusted to fit with one wrinkle in the horse's mouth and a loose curb strap to allow 2-3 fingers. This mouthpiece is a nice transition from a snaffle. The mild copper wire twist applies a more concentrated pressure to the bars and promotes more break at the poll, lateral movement and collection.NOTE: This bit will rust when exposed to moisture. This creates a sweet taste in the horses mouth and promotes salivation.
$42.95
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Professional's Choice Route 66 Bit - Dogbone
The unique design of this bit offers direct contact similar to a ring snaffle with the shoulder elevation of a gag and the collection from a curb strap. This is a great training or transition bit. The gag movement allows the horse to give at the poll before the curb comes into effect. All of these bits should be adjusted to fit with one wrinkle in the horse's mouth and a loose curb strap to allow 2-3 fingers. This mouthpiece is soft on the bars, making this bit good for lateral control and collection. A wonderful choice when transitioning from a D-Ring or O-Ring snaffle.NOTE: This bit will rust when exposed to moisture. This creates a sweet taste in the horses mouth and promotes salivation.
$46.95
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Professional's Choice PC Elevation Gag Twisted Low Port
This 7 ½” double gag is a great competition bit and the perfect step up from an o-ring snaffle. The straight gag allows for a fluid lift in the shoulder, but also provides a faster reaction than other gags.
$64.95$61.99
