Beris 3 Ring Hard Tongue Port Snaffle Bit
Description
Beris 3 Ring Hard Tongue Port Snaffle Bit
The Beris 3 Ring Hard Tongue Port Snaffle is a German-made horse bit that combines a three-ring cheek with a hard tongue port mouthpiece measuring 30mm high and 18mm thick. It is designed for riders who want a clear, adjustable contact with the option of light leverage, making it best for schooling, hacking and jumping with horses that go better with room over the tongue.
Because the rein can be attached to the top ring for a direct snaffle-style action or to a lower ring for added leverage and poll pressure, one bit covers several stages of training and several types of work.
Key Features
- Three-ring cheek: select the ring that gives the level of contact and leverage your horse needs
- Hard tongue port: 30mm port height creates space over the tongue
- 18mm mouthpiece: a moderate thickness that keeps signals defined
- Versatile: suited to flatwork, schooling, hacking and jumping
- German made: produced by Beris in Germany
Specifications
| Brand | Beris |
|---|---|
| Product type | 3 ring snaffle bit |
| Mouthpiece | Hard tongue port |
| Tongue port height | 30mm |
| Bit thickness | 18mm |
| Country of origin | Germany |
How to Use
- Measure your horse's current bit from the inside of one ring to the inside of the other, or use a bit measurer, to choose the correct mouth width.
- Fit the bit to the bridle so the mouthpiece sits comfortably in the mouth without pinching the corners of the lips.
- Attach the reins to the main ring first for the mildest, most direct action.
- Move the reins to a lower ring only if your horse needs more definition, and use a light, steady hand.
- Ride in walk and trot at home before using the bit in faster work, and watch for signs of comfort such as steady head carriage and soft mouthing.
- Rinse the mouthpiece in clean water after each ride and dry before storage.
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FAQ
What size bit do I need?
Measure your horse's existing bit from the inside of one ring to the inside of the other, or measure the mouth width with a bit measurer, and allow a small amount of clearance each side. Sizing errors are the most common reason bits are returned, so it is worth checking before ordering.
What does the tongue port do?
The 30mm port arches over the tongue, creating space in the centre of the mouthpiece. Some horses accept the contact more readily when there is less direct pressure across the tongue.
How thick is the mouthpiece?
The mouthpiece is 18mm thick, a moderate thickness that gives defined, clear signals.
What are the three rings for?
The top ring gives the most direct, snaffle-like action. The lower rings add leverage and poll pressure, so you can adjust the bit to the horse and the work without changing the mouthpiece.
Is this bit suitable for jumping and hacking?
Yes. Three ring bits are widely used for jumping, cross country schooling and hacking, as well as for flatwork, because the rein position can be changed to suit the situation.
How should I care for the bit?
Rinse in clean water after every ride and dry before storage. Check the rings, cheeks and mouthpiece regularly and stop using the bit if you find sharp edges, wear or damage.
About Beris
Beris is a German bit manufacturer with a focus on mouthpiece shape and finish, producing bits intended to sit comfortably in the horse's mouth and give the rider a consistent, honest contact.