What is a curb bit used for?

A curb bit is a leverage bit, meaning that it multiplies the pressure applied by the rider. Unlike a snaffle bit, which applies direct rein pressure from the rider’s hand to the horse’s mouth, the curb can amplify rein pressure several times over, depending on the length of the curb’s bit shank.

What is the difference between a snaffle and a curb bit?

Snaffle Bits vs Curb Bits The key difference between a snaffle bit and a curb bit is that a snaffle bit doesn’t incorporate rotation or leverage, while a curb bit does. When you apply pressure to the reins of a snaffle bit, the horse feels equal pressure in their mouth and responds to it.

What is the best bit for a horse that pulls?

Bitting Cheat Sheet #1- Bits for Horses that Lean or Pull

The Neue Schule Verbindend. The Verbindend is one of Bit Bank’s top sellers- it’s available in the snaffle (as in the link above), as well as in pony sizes and as a bridoon.
The Myler MB02 “Comfort Snaffle”
The Neue Schule Team Up.

What’s the difference between a Hackamore and bitless bridle?

A hackamore is a bridle with no bit. A mechanical hackamore is a bitless bridle with shanks. A bitless bridle without shanks is called a side pull. Rather than pressure being applied inside of the mouth, the hackamore places pressure over the nose and other points of the head.

Do I need a bit hobble?

A bit hobble will prevent the cheek piece ring (loop) of the bit from turning into the side of the horse’s face and will prevent the curb strap from tightening inappropriately when a direct rein pull is made on a swivel shanked (curb or leverage) bit.

How do you put a curb chain on a snaffle bit?

Buckle the curb strap onto the bottom of the snaffle bit ring on the left side of the bit. The curb strap should lie under the horse’s chin, and behind his muzzle. Adjust the buckle so you can slide two fingers between the curb strap and your horse’s jaw line. Place both reins over your horse’s neck and cross them.