Velari Leather Gag Loose Ring Double Jointed
Introducing the Velari Loose Ring Gag with Leather Double-Jointed Mouthpiece, a sophisticated bit designed to encourage lightness and harmony. This exquisite combination offers a gentle yet effective way to refine your horse's way of going, making it an ideal choice for sensitive horses and riders seeking a clear, consistent connection. It promotes balance and suppleness, fostering a truly comfortable partnership.
The distinctive loose ring gag design works with remarkable subtlety. As you take up the reins, the bit glides gently upward, creating soft, encouraging pressure at the corners of the mouth and behind the poll. This encourages your horse to elevate its head, seek greater balance, and engage its core more effectively. The loose rings themselves offer a crucial element of freedom, allowing the bit to move independently within the mouth, promoting acceptance and a more relaxed, supple contact.
Crafted from premium leather, the mouthpiece offers unparalleled comfort. With each chew and salivation, the leather gradually softens and conforms, creating a uniquely pleasant experience for your horse. The natural taste of the leather further encourages salivation, inviting your horse to remain supple and relaxed through the jaw. Its inherent flexibility makes this bit an excellent choice for horses with sensitive mouths, though regular care with olive or sunflower oil is essential to maintain its optimal condition. Remember to always ensure the stitching faces forward when fitting.
The double-jointed mouthpiece is engineered for balanced comfort and clarity. It distributes pressure evenly across the tongue and bars, effectively preventing the undesirable 'nutcracker effect' often associated with single-jointed bits, and offering a smooth, stable feel. Horses that thrive on consistent, balanced pressure and a bit that thoughtfully follows the contours of their mouth will respond beautifully to this design. Furthermore, its construction is particularly beneficial for horses with a lower palate, as it minimises upward movement towards the roof of the mouth, enhancing overall comfort.
Ideal for:
- Horses that benefit from gentle poll pressure to encourage balance and correct head carriage
- Sensitive horses requiring a soft, flexible, and natural-tasting mouthpiece
- Horses needing even pressure distribution across the tongue and bars
- Horses with a lower palate seeking maximum comfort
- Riders aiming for a clear, soft, and consistent connection
- Those seeking to encourage salivation and suppleness in their horse's mouth
Care & Use
After every ride, rinse the bit with lukewarm water and dry it thoroughly with a soft cloth. To preserve the leather's optimal condition, treat it regularly with olive oil or sunflower oil and inspect it frequently for any signs of wear. Store the bit in a dry place. For correct fitting, ensure the star is positioned on the left-hand side and the Velari logo on the right-hand side.
Disclaimer
Every horse and rider is unique. The information provided is meant as a general guide — not a definitive answer. Always consider your horse's specific needs and your own experience when choosing the right bit. Guide with grace, always.
