Beris double broken bits

Beris double jointed bits: combining an articulated mouthpiece with Beris' renowned synthetic material

Beris double jointed bits feature a two-jointed mouthpiece and are available in either food-grade synthetic material or stainless steel, depending on the model. Regardless of the cheekpiece configuration, the principle remains the same: to provide progressive pressure distribution while maintaining excellent mouthpiece mobility. The mouthpiece is therefore the key element to consider. The type of rings determine how the rider's aids are transmitted and the overall mechanical action of the bit, while the double jointed mouthpiece directly influences pressure distribution, contact stability and the way the horse accepts the bit.

How a double jointed bit works

Unlike a single jointed bit, the Beris double jointed bit incorporates a central lozenge that limits the pronounced folding action of the mouthpiece when rein aids are applied. Pressure is distributed more progressively across the tongue, the bars and the corners of the mouth, while the articulated design follows the horse's natural mouth movements more closely. This increased mobility allows greater independence of the lateral rein aids than a straight bar mouthpiece while maintaining direct communication between the rider's hands and the horse.

However, the overall action still depends on the thickness, geometry and material of the mouthpiece.

Beris synthetic material or Beris stainless steel: two different approaches to contact

The Beris double-jointed range is available in two material options, each offering a different feel for the horse.

• Beris synthetic bits provide a contact surface that is generally perceived as warmer and softer than metal. For some horses, this may encourage a more confident acceptance of the contact while preserving the mechanical characteristics of a double-jointed mouthpiece.
• Beris stainless steel bits offer a more direct feel together with excellent long-term durability and consistency.

The choice between synthetic material and stainless steel is not simply a question of softness or severity. Instead, it depends on the interaction between the material, the horse's oral anatomy and the way it accepts the contact. Across the Beris double jointed range, the mouthpieces share the same design philosophy: a refined, widened profile that rests more evenly and more stably against a broader surface of the horse's oral cavity.

Points to consider

Although the double-jointed design provides significant mouthpiece mobility, it is not a universal solution. Several factors should always be taken into account:

• The thickness of the mouthpiece must be appropriate for the available space within the horse's mouth.
• The material influences the feel of the contact without altering the mechanical principles of the double-jointed design.
• The anatomical shape of the mouthpiece can change how pressure is distributed across the tongue and the bars.

The horse's response always depends on the combination of its oral anatomy, individual sensitivities and the complete configuration of the bit. A Beris double jointed bit should never be assessed solely by its articulation; the overall geometry of the mouthpiece remains fundamental to the way it performs.

If you want to discover more double break bits, in resin like those of the brand Beris or not, go to our section double jointed bits. 

The same mouthpiece with different actions depending on the cheekpieces

Every Beris double jointed bit in this category shares the same articulated mouthpiece principle. However, the different cheekpiece designs directly influence the stability of the bit, the precision of the rider's aids and any leverage effect that may be created. While the mouthpiece determines the pressure distribution and how the horse receives the contact, the cheekpieces modify the mechanical transmission of the rider's aids. Any assessment of a bit's overall action should therefore always distinguish between these two complementary components.