Bits & Curbs

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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Suitable for any horse, made of sweet iron with copper inlays to help keep the horse’s mouth soft and moist.3” Rings and 5 1/4” Mouth.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 6-inch cheek has a 2-1/2-inch purchase and a 3-1/2-inch shank. This ratio (the difference in the length of the purchase and shank) and the swept-back design of the shank make this a mild cheek. Contact with the horse’s mouth comes slowly in the form of soft pressure to all points of contact. The main point of contact is the corners of the mouth, which is a familiar spot from the O Ring. This bit may also be used with a training fork or martingale to encourage collection and poll control. The mouthpiece is inlaid with copper to stimulate salivation. The mouthpiece is 5-1/8-inch wide, 3/8-inch in diameter, and curved to shape to the corner of the mouth for soft, evenly distributed pressure to the bars, tongue, and corners of the mouth. The Snaffle is the softest of all shank bit styles. Transition bit for colts moving up from the O Ring. Soft pressure is applied through the curb.

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While this little bit might not look like there’s much to it, it works wonders on a horse that has natural rate and prefers going bitless. How can it be so effective? Known as a Stage B bit, it’s ideal when you transition to neck reining, ride an older horse that neck reins well with light signals, or if you’re a heavy-handed rider. It’s a snap to add to your favorite headstall and adjust the included curb chain to your level of responsiveness. Each cheek is shaped by hand and closely inspected for uniformity to ensure your signals are easily felt and understood. While this bit will last so you can pass it to future generations, we recommend you start today and ride this bit through endless seasons of heat, snow, and muddy arenas. IDEAL FOR • When you want a good deal of lift and lots of flex• You don’t need a lot of whoa• A horse that fidgets with the bit mouthpiece or doesn’t accept a mouthpiece• Average size horse with 6” cheeks and 10” nose

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Port: 1 3/4”, Mouth: 5”, Cheek: 5 1/4"

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The Rickey Green bit collection was designed for team ropers to train, practice and compete. Rickey Green recommended a firm leather curb strap or flat chain with these bits to allow the horse to feel and work off the bit rather than react to the biting curb. The unique mouthpiece of this gentle setter with a roller rolls back when engaged, slowing contact and allowing time for collection and response to pressure. Under speed, this helps your horse rate smoothly and build consistency.

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