Bits & Curbs

The Bozo Sidepull is a replica of the headgear World Champion barrel racer Kristie Peterson used on Bozo. It allows your horse to be comfortable enough to really run in, yet gives you enough control to rate and regulate the run. It helps correct a horse that is over bending, and is more for the finished horse than for training. 7-1/2-inch shank. TIP: Kristie recommends that you ride your horse in the Bozo Sidepull a few times before running in it.

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Loomis Gag bits can be used for everything from starting colts to tuning seasoned finished horses. Perfect transition to use directly following the ring snaffle by giving the rider lift and sharpness, which makes it easier to progress the young horse into side-passing and reverse-arc maneuvers. Excellent for teaching a colt to be collected and helps the rider to effectively communicate neck and body flexion. Popular training tool for barrel racing, reining, cutting, and endurance riding. The browband style is available in a smooth or twisted mouthpiece. Durable nylon cord cheek pieces, stainless steel hardware on double stitched natural leather headstall with dots. Ready-to-use, all you need are reins.

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This is a very useful bit with this little shank that offers just enough leverage to connect with your horse but not intimidate him. The correction mouthpiece here is among our most popular as it offers a great deal of lateral movement and control. Beautiful daisy design on the shank completes this bit. 6" shank, 5" mouthpiece, 2" port.NOTE: This bit will rust when exposed to moisture. This creates a sweet taste in the horses mouth and promotes salivation.

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The seven-style shank prevents the horse from lipping the bit. This mouthpiece will provide the horse with some tongue relief and the chain is light on the bars. It effectively lifts the head and shoulders while the port encourages collection. The chain allows for independent rein action.Port: 2, Mouth: 5 1/4", Cheek: 7NOTE: This bit will rust when exposed to moisture. This creates a sweet taste in the horses mouth and promotes salivation.

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Stage B is all about transition, with the introduction of leverage and curb pressure. Short shanked bits and half-gags comprise Stage B

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Are We Talking or Whispering? Stage D is about refinement, subtle cues, and quick communication. Characteristics include increased leverage, more sophisticated mouthpieces, and may also incorporate higher ports.

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Call in the Specialist! When your horse enters Stage E he's asking for some time with the pros. These are correction bits and should be used by experienced riders only. Here tiny twists, very high ports, and highly complex mouthpieces are key components.

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The 7-1/2-inch cheek style is next in the lineup. Extremely versatile, this bit can be used for training drills, pleasure riding, or competition. This cheek has a 2-1/2-inch purchase with a 5-inch shank. The shank is swept back, like the 6-inch model, but to a lesser degree, which offers more leverage and control. When properly adjusted, it is still considered a mild cheek, but one with plenty of leverage for control at increased speeds. The Low Port Barrel is a highly universal bit that works well for anything from training to pleasure riding to competition. When engaged, the low port provides tongue relief as slight pressure is applied to the bars of the mouth and to the palate. Each side works independently from the port for increased lateral flexion.

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• 6½" swept-back shank provides ideal length for balanced control — short enough to allow signal delay, yet long enough for optimal leverage • ½" copper roller bars create a soothing, relaxed feel in the horse’s mouth while promoting taste and salivation. • 1¾" curved-back solid port offers a comfortable, non-invasive action that engages smoothly. • Solid mouthpiece design distributes even bar, palate, and curb pressure once activated, ensuring a clear signal and encouraging break at the poll. • A well-balanced bit combining comfort, taste, and effective communication for refined performance. 

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