Why do people generally use bitted bridles? Nov 4, 2014 14:11:44 GMT 1 portiabuzz likes this Quote Select PostDeselect PostLink to PostMemberGive GiftBack to Top Post by dottydonkeydude on Nov 4, 2014 14:11:44 GMT 1 I imagine it is simply the accepted norm, used for centuries, and few people question the bit usage, or they do not feel safe without a bit. I personally ride both ways.