I was wondering about using a hackamore. What is the main reason people use them instead of bits? I am using a french-link snaffle on the mare I'm training and don't plan on fully switching over to a hackamore as I am an eventer and can't use a hackamore for dressage. I kinda wanted to try using one on the mare I'm training if she ends up becoming mine. Is it worth it to use a hackamore for trail rides and jumping or is it best to just stick with the snaffle bit and not even bother with the hackamore. I tried one on my Fjord and he hated it. But I know some horses who really really respond to it.
I have this one and got it because of a 5 yr old mare that will not take a bit. Once getting my older Arabian that will take a bit I stopped using it. Today we pick up our 21 yr old Pinto that all she used was a bosal type with her but said she will probably take a bit. I was thinking I would go back to using this hack. What do you all think??? Performance Series HackamoreItem #HACKSSPS at Double "H" Western Wear, Ranch & Feed Store -- Salem, Oregon
Guess I am wondering because when I went to test drive her she didn't respond the way I felt she should. She responded to me like a horse would when you were riding them with a halter. Not something that would make me feel safe and in control out on the ranch or on trails.
thanks eventerdrew. that's in canada as well? I don't even know if I'll end up using one but some friends have gotten really good results and I'd like to see if it makes a differance.
Ok, so Im lazy...and have chem homework(professor is a nut! LOL)
So heres an article on basically every type of bit a friend wrote on another forum
The hack part isnt elaborated much...but if you have any questions I will certainly try to answer them to the best of my capability http://www.horsegroomingsupplies.com/horse-forums/an-overview-of-bits-and-bitting-369826.html
So I am not all the way through it but I already have a question. Now in regards to my Fjord gelding. He is very very heavy on the hands. He leans on my hands a lot and is therefore pretty hard mouthed. It can sometimes take a while to stop him becuase he leans in t the pressure and pulls. I have tried a mechanical hackamore on him to see how he liked it and he really wasn't a fan of it. He threw his had a lot and was very unimpressed. I was reading and mozart said that the Little S hackamore can be used for horses who are heavy on the mouth. Woudl this be a good thing to try with my Fjord? I use a french link and a simple single joint snaffle on him. 2 seperate bridles.
Yes I ride english. I don't have a video sadly and I haven't ridden him since November and won't be able to for a couple months. What kind of bit would you suggest trying?
Thanks Eventer. It shouldn't matter if you suggested or told me to use a hackamore and snaffle. It'd be you opinion but yes we were discussing Eric Lamaze's use because I know he rides in one.
Im not as well versed on english bits, but I will suggest a smaller mouthpiece, or perhaps a bit with a little leverage. Also, try to re evalutae WHY he is on the bit. It could be a training issue...a bit isnt a band aid
The smaller the bit the harsher it is, a snaffle is not harsh at all. I rode my tb for 3 years in a bit and we went no where in training cause there was always an issue to deal with so once i got him in a hackamore everything changed. He listens to me, doesnt shake his head, doesnt pull me out of the saddle....
You are seriously talking to me like i dont know anything about riding or horses, and yea he gets his teeth floated once a year
and you think and if you didnt look at the different hacks one is less severe than the other. And how can you tell by a photo if the curb is tight or not... have you ever ridden in a hackamore? or dealt with a horse than needed one?
Okay guys I never meant for this to become a fight thread. I just wanted some advice on hacks and what would be good to use. You guys have helped me a lot and I thank you for that. I have hard hands Streakin so some of Ben's problems come from.
AND how would you know if my horse is better in a snaffle? have you seen him been ridden in a hack or bit? NO do you know his history? NO you ovbiously dont know whjat your talking about so just leave this forum
AND how would you know if my horse is better in a snaffle? have you seen him been ridden in a hack or bit? NO do you know his history? NO you ovbiously dont know whjat your talking about so just leave this forum
a hack is the most harsh thing on the market in the wrong hands. As I said befor it greatly depends on you. Posted via Mobile Device
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