{"product_id":"beris-soft-comfort-bar-loose-ring-snaffle-bit","title":"Beris Soft Comfort Bar Loose Ring Snaffle Bit","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBeris Soft Comfort Bar Loose Ring Snaffle Bit\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Beris Soft Comfort Bar Loose Ring Snaffle is a German-made snaffle bit with an 18mm soft comfort bar mouthpiece and 7.5cm loose rings. It is designed for horses ridden in a standard snaffle bridle and is best for everyday schooling, flatwork and hacking where a rider wants a comfortable, evenly bearing mouthpiece.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe loose ring design lets the mouthpiece rotate independently of the cheekpieces, which encourages the horse to mouth the bit and soften through the jaw. The 18mm thickness is a medium gauge, spreading pressure over a wider area of tongue and bars than a thin mouthpiece would.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eSoft comfort bar mouthpiece that distributes contact across the tongue and bars\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e18mm bit thickness - a medium gauge suited to a range of mouth conformations\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e7.5cm loose rings that turn freely through the mouthpiece\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLoose ring action encourages softening and mouthing\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMade in Germany by bit specialist Beris\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSuitable for schooling, flatwork, hacking and general riding in a snaffle bridle\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003ctable\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBeris\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProduct type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLoose ring snaffle bit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMouthpiece\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoft comfort bar\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBit thickness\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRing diameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.5cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCountry of origin\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGermany\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSuits\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHorse, pony, cob, warmblood ridden in a snaffle bridle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003c\/table\u003e \u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003col\u003e \u003cli\u003eMeasure your horse's existing bit from the inside of one ring to the inside of the other, or use a bit measurer, and choose the matching mouth width.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAttach the bit to your bridle cheekpieces, checking both sides are on the same hole.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBridle up and check the bit sits level, with roughly 3-5mm of mouthpiece visible either side of the lips.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAdjust the cheekpieces so the bit rests comfortably in the corners of the mouth without drawing them upwards.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRide in walk first and watch how the horse accepts the contact before moving on to schooling work.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRinse the mouthpiece in clean water after every ride and dry before storing.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e \u003cp\u003eBrowse more options 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 size bit do I need?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMeasure your horse's current bit from the inside edge of one ring to the inside edge of the other, or use a bit measurer across the mouth. Order that width. Bit sizing is the most common reason snaffles are returned, so it is worth measuring rather than guessing.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow thick is the mouthpiece?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe mouthpiece is 18mm thick. This is a medium gauge that spreads pressure across the tongue and bars, rather than a thin mouthpiece that concentrates it.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat size are the rings?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe loose rings measure 7.5cm in diameter.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill a loose ring pinch my horse's lips?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA loose ring can pinch if it is fitted too narrow. Allow roughly 3-5mm of mouthpiece either side of the lips and check the corners of the mouth after riding, particularly in the first few sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this bit suitable for schooling and hacking?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. It is a conventional loose ring snaffle for use in a standard snaffle bridle and suits flatwork, schooling, hacking and general riding.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I care for the bit?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRinse in clean water after each ride and dry thoroughly. Check the ring holes and mouthpiece for wear, thinning or sharp edges before every use and replace the bit if you find any.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eAbout Beris\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eBeris is a German bit manufacturer known for comfort-focused mouthpieces aimed at everyday riding and schooling. 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