Dogbone

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.

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The Double Gag is intended for a rider to use on a light-mouthed horse that may need more direction and lift in competition runs as speed increases. The slight gag action gives the horse a chance to prepare for full contact before the rider actually engages the bit 100%. This bit is comfortable, safe and provides a tremendous amount of feel for the rider without being too harsh. Each bit in the Double Gag line can be flipped depending on desired leverage, essentially making it two bits in one. Available in short and long shanks.

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Classic Equine took its best-selling, tried-and-true, traditional Toolbox bit designs and added the rasp-look trend to the most popular styles, including this performance straight-shank bit with smooth bar dogbone, making it accessible to all riders.

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Sherry Cervi’s Signature Collection bits have and excellent feel for quick pickup and release. This 6-inch-shank, twisted-wire dogbone bit is great for horses starting barrel training or barrel horses with sensitive mouths. It offers a soft signal for complete rate and body lift in turns.

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The combination is a great transition from the o-ring. The combo uses the rope nose and gag to simultaneously ask the horse to break at the pole and give you more leverage. I like this bit for training, tuning, and competing. Mouth: 5 1/2" Rings: 3" Brittany Pozzi

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• 3/8" mullen-style dog bone mouthpiece with inlaid copper promotes salivation and comfort. Copper roller adds taste and tongue engagement, encouraging relaxation and acceptance. • Dog bone center ensures even pressure across the bars of the mouth for balanced communication.   • Full-ring side design prevents the bit from being pulled through the mouth, ensuring stability and consistency  • Made from 5/16" lariat rope for a responsive yet forgiving feel. Lariat rope design communicates poll pressure once engaged, encouraging flexion and collection. Latigo ear helps prevent the rope from sliding back on the horse’s head for a secure, balanced fit. • Rubber sliding grommets allow for easy adjustment to achieve the perfect fit on any horse.

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The smooth snaffle bars and copper dog-bone center give a soft yet effective feel. The mouthpiece applies mild pressure to the tongue and bars while the copper roller aids in keeping the horses mouth moist.Mouthpiece: 5 1/2" Cheek: 5"Note: The mouthpiece of 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 Yukon has more purchase than a traditional shorter shanked bit. This encourages ideal break at the poll while the shorter shank allows the bit to be more forgiving and encourage lateral movement. The dog bone mouthpiece applies more pressure to the outside of the bars providing more flex and bend than a traditional two-piece snaffle. This dog bone also has coper rollers in the middle, which is a great soothing tool for an anxious horse.

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The Laramie has a swept back cheek and a tear drop loop at the rein, which provides a very forgiving and slower pull. The shank’s features give a pre-signal for the horse when they feel the rein slide. This keeps the rider from having to engage as directly. The dog bone mouthpiece applies more pressure to the outside of the bars providing more flex and bend than a traditional two-piece snaffle. This dog bone also has a roller in the middle, which is a great soothing tool for an anxious horse.

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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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