{"product_id":"beris-hard-tongue-port-kimblewick-bit-for-horses","title":"Beris Hard Tongue Port Kimblewick Bit for Horses","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBeris Hard Tongue Port Kimblewick Bit\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Beris Hard Tongue Port Kimblewick is a German-made curb bit with a 30mm high hard tongue port and an 18mm thick mouthpiece. It is designed for horses and ponies that need a clearer, more defined contact than a plain snaffle provides, and is best for riders who hack out, jump, hunt or school a horse that leans on the hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe raised port lifts away from the tongue so pressure is shared onto the bars of the mouth, while the Kimblewick cheek adds mild leverage and poll action through the curb chain. It is a step up from a snaffle rather than a severe bit, and it belongs in the hands of a rider with a steady, independent contact.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHard tongue port with a 30mm port height for tongue relief and bar contact\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e18mm mouthpiece thickness for a defined, direct feel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKimblewick cheek giving mild leverage and poll pressure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePopular for hacking, jumping, cross-country, hunting and schooling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in Germany by Beris\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorks with a standard curb chain and single rein\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBeris\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKimblewick curb bit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMouthpiece\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHard tongue port\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePort Height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMouthpiece Thickness\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRein Arrangement\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSingle rein\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCountry of Origin\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGermany\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeasure your horse's mouth width, or measure a well-fitting current bit from the inside of one cheek to the inside of the other, and order the matching size.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFit the bit so it sits level in the mouth without pinching or stretching the corners of the lips.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttach a curb chain, twisting it flat so it lies comfortably in the chin groove.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjust the curb chain so it engages when the cheek rotates to roughly 45 degrees.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntroduce the bit in a safe, enclosed area first and assess how your horse accepts the port before hacking or jumping in it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRinse in clean water after every ride and dry before storing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003cp\u003eBrowse more mouthpieces and cheek styles in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/horse-bits\"\u003ehorse bits collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does the tongue port do on this bit?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 30mm port arches away from the tongue, creating space for it and transferring more of the pressure onto the bars of the mouth. Horses that dislike tongue pressure often settle better in a ported mouthpiece.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs a Kimblewick stronger than a snaffle?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The Kimblewick cheek and curb chain create mild leverage and poll pressure, so it gives more stopping power than a plain snaffle. It is best used by riders with an established, independent rein contact.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow thick is the mouthpiece?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe mouthpiece is 18mm thick, which gives a defined, direct feel rather than the spread pressure of a very thick bit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat size bit should I order?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMeasure your horse's mouth width in inches or centimetres, or measure an existing bit that fits well from the inside of one cheek to the inside of the other. Ordering the same size is far more reliable than guessing, and incorrect sizing is the most common reason bits are returned.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is this bit good for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt suits hacking, jumping, cross-country and hunting, as well as flatwork with a horse that leans or takes a strong hold. Check the rules of your discipline and affiliated body before using it in competition.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I clean and care for it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRinse in clean water after each ride, dry thoroughly and store somewhere dry. Inspect the mouthpiece, cheeks and rein slots regularly and replace the bit if you find cracks, deep scoring or sharp edges.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAbout Beris\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBeris is a German bit manufacturer producing a wide range of mouthpieces and cheek designs, from ported and mullen mouths to jointed and multi-jointed options, with a focus on hand-finished detail for riders across all disciplines.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What does the tongue port do on this bit?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"The 30mm port arches away from the tongue, creating space for it and transferring more of the pressure onto the bars of the mouth. 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