{"product_id":"waldhausen-jointed-rubber-snaffle-bit-for-horses","title":"Waldhausen Jointed Rubber Snaffle Bit for Horses","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWaldhausen Jointed Rubber Snaffle Bit\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Waldhausen Jointed Rubber Snaffle is a single-jointed horse bit with a soft rubber-feel mouthpiece made from high quality polyurethane, measuring 1.5cm thick with 7cm rings. It is best for riders who want a gentle, forgiving contact for schooling, hacking and everyday flatwork, and for young or sensitive horses being introduced to a steady rein contact.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCompared with a thin metal snaffle, the thicker polyurethane mouthpiece spreads pressure across a wider area of the tongue and bars, while the single joint provides the familiar, conventional snaffle action most horses already understand.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoft rubber feel:\u003c\/strong\u003e high quality polyurethane mouthpiece for a forgiving contact\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSingle-jointed action:\u003c\/strong\u003e classic snaffle feel that is familiar to most horses\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1.5cm mouthpiece:\u003c\/strong\u003e a substantial thickness that spreads pressure rather than concentrating it\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e7cm rings:\u003c\/strong\u003e a generous ring width for clear lateral guidance\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEveryday versatility:\u003c\/strong\u003e suited to flatwork, schooling, hacking and general riding\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSimple care:\u003c\/strong\u003e rinses clean in water after use\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eBrowse more bits and bridlework in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/bits\"\u003ebits 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\u003eJointed snaffle bit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMouthpiece type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSingle jointed\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\u003eHorse, pony, cob, warmblood\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 across the mouthpiece, or use a bit measurer, and order the matching size.\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 in the mouth with a small amount of clearance either side of the lips.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAdjust the cheekpieces so the bit rests comfortably in the corners of the mouth without pulling upwards or hanging low.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRide in the bit on a familiar surface first and watch for any change in head carriage, mouthing or acceptance of the contact.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRinse the mouthpiece in clean water after every ride and dry before storing.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e \u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat size bit do I need?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBit size is measured across the mouthpiece from ring to ring. 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