Bits by size from 75 - 215mm at pferdeladen.eu

Basically, a bit should be long enough and if you are unsure, choose too long rather than too short. You can measure the width of the horse's mouth and add a little on each side. Ideally, you can check the length when you separate the horse and the bit lies evenly in the mouth. If there is a little space between the corners of the mouth and the fold, the length is correct. If the bit is pressed to one or both sides of the mouth, even though it is pulled long, it is too short. This can lead to painful injuries when loaded.

With the help of a horse dentist or the so-called "2-finger test", it is possible to find out how much space there is in the horse's mouth and which bit strength should be selected. To do this, simply place your index and middle fingers together at the (toothless) spot in the horse's mouth where the bit will be inserted, push your tongue to the side, and wait for the horse to start chewing or for the incisors to come together in between. If the distance between the upper and lower arches is small, you will feel pressure on both fingers. The recommended thickness is then 14 - 16 mm. If the distance between the upper and lower tray is greater, you will hardly feel any pressure on your fingers. The recommended thickness is then 16 - 18 mm.

If too thick a denture is chosen, there is a risk of pressure being exerted on the sensitive palate. This can cause pressure points and injuries, but in any case it is unpleasant for the horse and can lead to head banging, opening of the mouth or "lying down on the hand".

However, a bit that is too thin is also not ideal for many horses and riders, as here there is a more punctual distribution of pressure, which makes sensitive aiding necessary.

Bits by size from 75 - 215mm