Bits

Horse Bits are the means by which the rider communicates with the horse, especially as to direction and speed, so we've given a great deal of attention to this crucial piece of equine equipment, ensuring our range includes all the main types, models and materials available online for sale from which you can buy various types of bits.

Generally speaking there are five different types of bit: snaffles (such as French link bits), double bits, gags, Pelhams and Hackamores (bitless bits). Each directs the horse in different ways, by having an effect on areas such as the corners, roof or bars of the mouth, the tongue, side of the face, chin groove, nose, or poll.

The material from which bits are made varies and the choice depends on several factors, including the taste of the horse. There are, for example, bits incorporating stainless steel, nickel, copper, sweet iron, rubber and plastic.

We are also pleased to stock a selection of innovative, ergonomically designed Neue Schule Salox bits, made of a unique warm, soft metal that promotes salivation and bit acceptance.

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  • Elico Gel Bit Guards - Brown

    Elico

    Elico Gel Bit Guards - Brown

    £8.44
  • Cottage Craft Rubber Covered Dee Bits - 5"

    Cottage Craft

    Cottage Craft Rubber Covered Dee Bits - 5"

    £14.30
  • Ascot Leather Running Gag Cheeks - 3/4" buckle

    Dever

    Ascot Leather Running Gag Cheeks - 3/4" buckle

    £22.58 - £29.95
  • Shires Leather Gag Cheeks - Black or Brown

    Shires

    Shires Leather Gag Cheeks - Black or Brown

    £13.95 - £15.35
  • Frome Saddlery English Leather Cheltenham Gag Cheeks - 5/8 Buckles
  • Shires SupaFleece Chin Guard

    Shires

    Shires SupaFleece Chin Guard

    £4.95
  • Lorina Flexi Peanut Roller Jointed Loose Ring Snaffle - 5.5
  • Shires Shires Blue Sweet Iron Loose Ring Bit With Mullen Mouth
  • Shires Shires Blue Sweet Iron Loose Ring Bit With Lozenge
  • Shires Shires Blue Sweet Iron Hollow Jointed Loose Ring Bit
  • Shires Shires Blue Sweet Iron Hanging Cheek with Lozenge
  • Shires Shires Blue Sweet Iron Full Cheek with Lozenge

    Shires

    Shires Blue Sweet Iron Full Cheek with Lozenge

    £22.58 - £29.69