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Post by Ryan&Dizzy on Jan 3, 2007 20:22:53 GMT 1
ive never used a bitless... can anybody explain to me why they are supposed to be 'nicer' than bits? ive only ever seen a german hackamore and the poor pony could hardly breath its ridder was sooo heavy handed. i have schooled Otto in a parelli halter but he learnt quickly that if he turned into the line and ran in a circle i couldnt get his head back round very quickly! hoping to get a dually soon so will have a go in that!
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Post by Lesley from Kent (Floydsmum) on Jan 3, 2007 20:35:26 GMT 1
I bought Floyd a bitless bridle just to see whether he'd prefer it - he goes well with or without a bit to be honest but I just think it must be more comfortable for him not to have a bit of metal shoved in his little gob! However, I do agree that you MUST have soft, light hands when using any kind of bridle - bitless or otherwise! One has to understand the principle of pressure and immediate release with some of the bitless bridles. I'm not a great rider by any standard but I do tend to ride more with balanced weight aids thanks to the Centered Riding lessons I've been having. The only time I really need to apply a little more pressure on the rein is when we go for a little trip across the huge farm fields as he gets a little excited ;D Mind you, he goes well without a bridle in the school
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Post by Mariaana on Jan 3, 2007 22:29:56 GMT 1
Finn, I agree with you wholeheartedly - the pseudoscientific blabber on Dr Cooks website put me off totally
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Post by gemma on Jan 4, 2007 10:19:32 GMT 1
I voted other. Marigold wears a rope hackamore for pootling round at home: At endurance rides and if I'm feeling brave she wears her bosal at it's a 'recognised' (i.e. by EGB) form of bitless bridle. Otherwise, if I think I'm going to have a fight on my hands I slip on a french link snaffle!
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