Bits
The correct bit for the Icelandic horse!Finding the correct bite is an important factor for the horse and therefore also affects performance - this applies whether you use your Icelandic horse for competition or as a picnic horse. Being ridden and bitten in the mouth is a human invention, not a horse's, so it's our primary task to ride with the bite that causes the least amount of discomfort to the horse so that it enjoys riding. Even though it is not the horse's need to have a bit in its mouth, it is an important and effective tool in horse training. However, it also places great demands on us to choose the right bit that suits the horse and to use it correctly. Simply put, the bit is never stronger than the hand holding the reins. It can be difficult to know which bit your horse will feel comfortable using, as there are many factors that come into play. Among other things, the horse's level of training has a lot to do with which bit to ride with. The level of training typically determines how soft or hard the bit should be. In addition, the level of training can also affect the degree of freedom of the tongue. |