Stübben STEELtec 2in1 Loose Ring Snaffle

Stübben STEELtec 2in1 Full Cheek Bit

In a Nutshell

• Manufacturer: Stübben STEELtec
• Material: Stainless steel
• Cheeks: Full cheek bit
• Mouthpiece: Single-jointed
• Hardness:
• Bit thickness: 16mm
• Size: cm

The Stübben STEELtec development team continuously works on innovative bits to further optimize their design and function. Today we would like to introduce you to the Stübben STEELtec 2in1 Full Cheek Bit from the Stübben STEELtec range:

The Stübben STEELtec 2in1 Full Cheek Bit is made of stainless steel and features full cheeks or bars as side pieces. The mouthpiece of this bit is single-jointed.

Bit Thickness

The mouthpiece has a thickness of 16 millimeters at its thickest point. It is therefore a medium-thick mouthpiece.

Comparative values: normal warmbloods 16 - 18mm, ponies rather 10 - 14mm, thoroughbreds 12 - 16mm and particularly large warmbloods, cold-bloods and Shire horses rather 18mm and larger.

When selecting the bit thickness and size, pay attention to the anatomical conditions of the horse's mouth. You can test with your fingers how much space there is between the tongue and palate.

Bit Material

Stainless steel

The most common material for bits is stainless steel. Stainless steel comes in different compositions and consists of steel and various metals. Steel, in turn, is iron that has been alloyed with carbon.

To obtain stainless steel, the steel is mixed with various metals to form different alloys. The most commonly used alloy for stainless steel bits consists of steel, chromium, and nickel.

Manufacturer Information

Mouthpiece

Single-jointed

The single-jointed mouthpiece has a hinge in the middle, which exerts less pressure on the tongue than a double-jointed mouthpiece. A single-jointed mouthpiece primarily exerts pressure on the bars and sides of the tongue and can also affect the palate. The single-jointed mouthpiece is certainly the most common of all mouthpieces, alongside the double-jointed one.

Cheeks

Full cheek bit

The full cheek bit lies very quietly and stably in the mouth. It ensures reliable lateral guidance without the risk of pinching the skin and lips due to the angled shanks. This bit is suitable for horses that need clear lateral support and guidance when turning.