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Hackamores? Should I use one?

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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.
 
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@ nvr2many-
If your horse is used to the bosal, why would you switch to a long-shanked mechanical hackamore? Seems kind of backwards to me.
 
#30 ·
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.
 
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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.
 
#45 ·
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 :)
 
#47 ·
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....
 
#50 ·
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?
 
#55 ·
If I am able to help, I will be more than happy to. However, I am done with this thread. Feel free to PM me!

I used to have the same issue with one of my horses. The answer wasnt in a bit alone, but slow work :)
 
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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
People like you make it too fun :)


Ive have talked with members that are very familiar with you.

You can always post a video to prove me wrong????
 
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