Are Baucher bits harsh?

Like any bit, the Baucher is as harsh or soft as the hands using it—and should not be utilized by inexperienced riders who have not achieved independent hands.

What is a Baucher bit good for?

The baucher provides more comfort in the horse’s mouth and is often recommended for horses which are known to be poll sensitive, or tentative into a contact.

Are Myler bits gentle?

However, it is actually one of the kindest bits for your horse due to the poll, nose and chin pressure it applies before any pressure is applied to the bars, lips and tongue. The unique benefit of the Myler Combination Bit is that you can control the pressure applied, if any to the horse’s nose, poll and chin.

Is a Baucher bit a leverage bit?

The Baucher does not use leverage force, and simply transfers the rein aids in a direct manner, similar in action as an Eggbutt or Loose ring, or Full cheek etc. Riders and gear checkers should see the Baucher more as a cross between an Eggbutt and a Full cheek, rather than view it as a kind of Kimblewick.

Is Baucher bit legal in Hunters?

A word of caution: Just because a bit, bridle, or other piece of tack is legal, it doesn’t mean that its use can’t affect your placings. Judges may penalize riders for “unconventional” tack such as kimberwickes, hunter gags, hackamores, and bits with hooks or slots for fixed reins.

Are Baucher bits legal?

The EA and FEI classify the Baucher as a snaffle bit. The Baucher is therefore legal to compete in as snaffle in EA Dressage and showing, as well as jumping and xc phases. Almost all state Pony Club bodies also permit the Baucher as a snaffle for all events and rallies.

How should a bit sit in a horses mouth?

When attached to an appropriately adjusted bridle, the bit should rest comfortably at the corners of your horse’s mouth. In general, the bit rings should not press very hard against the horse’s face, indicating that the length is too short. A bit that is too short may pinch the sensitive corners of the horse’s mouth.