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  1. Horse Health
    I've owned a horse that has a bit of a shacking head problem for about two years and have for some reason only now heard of Shakinghead Syndrome. My horse only shakes his head repetitively when wearing a bridle, it always seamed to me that forelock/mane hairs touching his ears was what bothered...
  2. Horse Tack, blankets and Equipment Queries
    Please post what you know about hackamores or bitless bridles and what ones you have used and liked. I am looking into getting some type of flower hackamore for my horse such as the zilco flower hackamore. Haven't ever used hackamores or bitless bridles, have ridden in just a halter, and I...
  3. Western Riding General Queries
    Sorry if this is in the wrong place! Kind of fits into a lot of categories. Anyway... Had a little bucking today and wondered if it could be connected to the fact that today is also the first day in several years that my mare has been ridden with an actual bit in her mouth. Since I bought her...
  4. Training, Performance Problems advice & queries
    I have an Arabian that I have used the standard (grazing) bit that comes with an inexpensive bridle for the last 8 years, and he's fine with it. He's a pretty push button horse, full of spunk. But now that he's getting older (21) I would like suggestions on a better bit, thoughts on switching...
  5. Training, Performance Problems advice & queries
    My horse recently has come back into work after 2 years of being in a paddock. When i first put the bridle back on for the first time she took it really well when putting it on and off, just recently though, i had my first falls off of her which spooked her quite a bit, and after that ride when...
  6. Horse Tack, blankets and Equipment Queries
    I currently ride in a hackmore with a full Western headstall, however I like the look of the one earred headstalls. Any preference or is it truly up to personal opinion? Do they act any differently?
  7. Horse Tack, blankets and Equipment Queries
    I am having sooo much difficulty trying to get this bit off of my bridle. It attaches with chicago screws. I got one side undone, but this side must have been attached way too tightly! When I try to get it off, both sides just spin around together. I tried to put a tiny bit of wd-40 on it, but...
  8. Horse Tack, blankets and Equipment Queries
    I recently got a pony and was curious to see what people will say about what kind of bit he needs. He is very responsive, direct reins only, and listens well but will once in a while try to take off! Right now I'm just using a O-ring straight bit(4.5 inch) I'm only using that because I don't...
  9. Horse Tack, blankets and Equipment Queries
    So I have this amazon gift card from my tax return and I would like to purchase a bridle for my horse. Does any one have any suggestions? I am new to buying tack, and I am not super sure on what to buy. I prefer black with a removable flash. I am doing eventing so it needs to be multipurpose...
  10. Training, Performance Problems advice & queries
    You need to take it up with a show committee as the term bitless will need to be defined so that everyone is on a level playing field. The term covers, bosals, steel hackamores, Indian rope hackamores, scissor action bridles and neck ropes and halters. It may prove more fruitful if you asked if...
  11. General Riding queries
    Hi There, Have you ever ridden in a bitless bridle? Have you ever competed in a bitless bridle? Are you even allowed to compete bitless where you are? Well unfortunately, here in Australia we are not allowed to compete in some disciplines in a bitless bridle. But that rule may soon change if...
  12. Horse Tack, blankets and Equipment Queries
    I'm have been looking for a black bridle for my cob to match my saddle, i did happen to find one but its a dressage bridle, my only concern is weather ill be able to show hunter/jumper in a dresage bridle. PLease help *the shows i will be doing are small local shows nothing serious
  13. Horse Tack, blankets and Equipment Queries
    :happydance:Just wondering if anyone wants to learn how to make your own headstall/bridle! If you do, I will post step by step instructions with pictures. All you need to make them is ROPE! I also can post how to make a Indian side pull bosal! Let Me Know! :happydance:
  14. Horse Tack, blankets and Equipment Queries
    I was up at my uncles farm recently and found an old bridle. He said I could have it to take home and clean up. I was just wondering what the best way to clean it was. I have leather softener for the harder, cracked bits and also saddle soap but what is the way that will get the best results??
  15. Horse Tack, blankets and Equipment Queries
    I have a horse that I am wondering if I should use a bitless bridle on. I am wondering if I could get some opinions as to why you guys would use a bitless bridle, and reasons are welcome!:D
  16. Horse Tack, blankets and Equipment Queries
    What are your thoughts and opinions on a Micklem Bridle? I've heard that they have rubbed? Do you think that the bitless system would be effective on a stronger sort of pony? Do you lose steering? :D Any opinions welcome!
  17. General English Riding Queries
    I am looking for a racing bridle to excersise a friend's thoroughbred in. Someone I know bought one online and it didn't have any keepers on it and when she was riding it unbuckled and the bit fell right out of her horse's mouth. I am looking to use the bridle mainly for training the horse is...
  18. Tack, Equipment, Riding Wear Classifieds
    I'm on the GOOD SELLERS List. I only ship within the lower 48 United States. PayPal is accepted only. Prices include shipping. HORZE COB SIZE Black Leather padded dressage bridle. Gently used a couple times. Buttery soft padded brow and caveson. No reins. $35 shipped COURBETTE Sure Grip...
  19. Member's reviews
    I'm looking to buy a bridle, just for schooling and small local shows, but I want it to hold up and be nice quality. Does anyone have experience with Tekna bridles? I'm looking in to the Fancy Stitched Snaffle Bridle. It says it's made of QUIK-CLEAN material...is that similar to Wintec...
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