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Question About Mechanical Hacks

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#1 ·
Please excuse my ignorance. In a prior thread, I was wondering about the use of mechanical hacks, compared to a little s.

Isn't a Little S like that of a mechanical hack? What makes a mechanical hack what it is?

I also ask because I am thinking of getting another bitless option in the event if I ever need one, I have one. I'm thinking of getting a sidepull, because my riding halter, while great for my pleasure rides, won't do so well I don't think for a horse who needs one all the time (but I could be wrong).

But anyway, thank you for answering my questions!
 
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No, they are different. A little s hackamore is merely a rope noseband with lifter shanks. There is nothing "mechanical" about it. A mechanical hackamore has hinges holding the shank to the noseband. Therefore, the shanks will swing and put pressure on the curb strap before the nose.
 
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You can tell the difference in these pictures. The first one is a mechanical hackamore. You can see the hinge. The second is a little s, and you can see how there is nothing "mechanical" to it.
 

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If your hands are light, it can be used for anything. Barrel racers use them because they have a lot of control and a well patterned horse doesn't need much cueing. They also give a pretty clear signal and can free a horse up some if they are getting heavy on the bit.
 
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