{"product_id":"waldhausen-double-jointed-rubber-snaffle-bit","title":"Waldhausen Double Jointed Rubber Snaffle Bit","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWaldhausen Double Jointed Rubber Snaffle Bit\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Waldhausen Double Jointed Rubber Snaffle is a everyday horse bit made of high quality polyurethane, with a 1.5cm mouthpiece thickness and 7cm rings. It is best for riders who want a simple, soft-feeling snaffle for schooling, flatwork and hacking with horses and ponies that go kindly in a plain bit.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBecause the mouthpiece is double jointed, it drapes around the tongue and bars instead of forming the sharper central angle of a single-jointed bit, which many horses find easier to accept.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDouble jointed mouthpiece:\u003c\/strong\u003e follows the shape of the mouth and spreads rein pressure more evenly than a single joint\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh quality polyurethane:\u003c\/strong\u003e smooth, warm-feeling material rather than cold metal against the tongue\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1.5cm thickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e a medium mouthpiece profile suited to general schooling work\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e7cm rings:\u003c\/strong\u003e a practical loose-style ring size for steady contact and easy tacking up\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy care:\u003c\/strong\u003e rinses clean in water after every ride\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVersatile use:\u003c\/strong\u003e flatwork, schooling, hacking and in-hand work\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eBrowse more bitting options in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/bits\"\u003ehorse bits collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003ctable\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWaldhausen\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProduct type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDouble jointed snaffle bit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh quality polyurethane\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMouthpiece thickness\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.5cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRing width\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSuitable for\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHorses and ponies - schooling, hacking, in-hand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCare\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRinse in clean water, air dry\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCountry of origin\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChina\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003c\/table\u003e \u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003col\u003e \u003cli\u003eMeasure your horse's current bit from ring to ring, or use a bit measure, to confirm the correct mouthpiece width before ordering.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAttach the bit to the bridle cheekpieces, making sure the joints sit the same way on both sides.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBridle up and check the height: the bit should sit comfortably in the corners of the mouth without pulling the lips into a deep wrinkle.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCheck the width - aim for roughly 0.5cm of mouthpiece showing either side of the lips.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIntroduce the bit in short schooling sessions first so your horse settles to the new feel before longer rides.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRinse the mouthpiece in clean water after each ride, air dry and inspect for wear before storing.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e \u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a double jointed snaffle used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA double jointed snaffle is a general-purpose bit for flatwork, schooling, hacking and in-hand work. The two joints let the mouthpiece curve around the tongue and bars, so rein pressure is spread rather than concentrated at one central point.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is this bit made of?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe mouthpiece is made of high quality polyurethane. It has a thickness of 1.5cm and the rings measure 7cm across.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I know which bit size to order?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMeasure the mouthpiece of the bit your horse currently wears from the inside of one ring to the inside of the other, or use a bit measure. When fitted, around 0.5cm of mouthpiece should be visible on each side of the mouth. A bit that is too narrow can pinch the lips and one that is too wide will slide across the mouth.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs a polyurethane bit suitable for a young or fussy horse?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMany riders choose a synthetic mouthpiece for horses that are new to the bit or sensitive in the mouth, as the material feels warmer and smoother than metal. Introduce it gradually and ask your instructor or a qualified bit fitter for advice on your individual horse.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I clean and maintain it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRinse the mouthpiece in clean water after every ride and allow it to air dry away from direct heat. 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