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Waterford Loose ring bit

€117.90
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Expert opinion : The Waterford bit is a fully articulated bit. These multiple breaks avoid giving stability in the horse's mouth which allows horses that can weigh in the hand or lean on more traditional bits to take charge and lighten the contact in the hand. The Neue Schule model has the Lipsmart system, the barrel ends are wider which protects the mouthpiece from chafing. The free rings offer a soft contact to the mouth. They allow a slight indirect contact compared to fixed rings, which makes it easier to play in the fingers and limits excessive tension. 

Please note : this bit is small.

Salox Gold : This material possesses a high thermal conductivity. This means that the bit will warm to mouth temperature quickly and become ‘neutral’ to the horse, meaning that they are less likely to inwardly fixate on the mouthpiece and instead will be receptive to all the rider’s aids. Occasionally, the horse’s bit may come into contact with the teeth- namely the incisors (as we put the bit in) and the premolars. In this case, care must be taken to ensure that there is no discomfort or damage to the tooth itself. Salox Gold differs from standard stainless steel and other copper alloy bits in that it is a slightly softer metal, allowing it to safely absorb impact forces whilst protecting tooth enamel. This can make the mouthpiece easier to accept by the horse. Neue Schule aims to keep the bit comfortable but neutral in the horse’s mouth. The horse should not inwardly fixate on the bit, but instead be receptive to all our aids. The addition of aluminium which forms a protective insoluble alumina coating solves the issue. It is also self-healing : if the horse bites into the bit the insoluble surface oxide quickly re-forms to re-trap the ions. 

Brand Neue Schule Reference 8029-70

Technical sheet

Rings size 70mm
Mouthpiece type plein
Thickness 14mm
Weight 235g
Side pieces Loose ring
Material Copper
Mouthpiece à boules