Trust Hackamore Combi Short Bit with Straight Leather Bar 20mm 12.5

Trust Bit Hackamore Combi short with straight leather bar 20mm 12.5

The mouthpiece has a thickness of 20mm at its thickest point, making it a rather thick mouthpiece.

For comparison, the standard thickness for a normal warmblood is between 16mm and 18mm. For ponies, this value is usually between 10mm and 14mm. Very large warmbloods, cold-blooded horses, and Shire Horses usually require a bit thicker than 18mm. A thickness of 12mm is usually suitable for a pony.

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

The Trust Equestrian team continuously works on innovative bits to further optimize the design and effectiveness of their bits. Today, we would like to introduce you to the Trust Hackamore Combi short bit with a straight leather bar 20mm 12.5 from the Trust Equestrian range in more detail:

The Trust Hackamore Combi short bit with straight leather bar 20mm 12.5 is made of leather and features a tandem or combi construction. The mouthpiece of this bit is a bar. The mouthpiece has a width of 12.5 centimeters.

Bit Thickness

This mouthpiece size is generally well suited for athletic thoroughbreds.

Sidepiece

Tandem/Combi

A so-called tandem bit distributes rein pressure evenly across the horse's mouth. The first rein, when applied, exerts pressure on the lower jaw branches and the nose, while the second rein acts like a curb chain that can be released if needed. The Trust Hackamore Combi short bit with straight leather bar 20mm 12.5 is suitable for horses that are sensitive and do not like strong pressure in the mouth.

Mouthpiece

Bar Bits

A bar is usually straight or slightly curved to adapt to the anatomical conditions in the horse's mouth. A bar mouthpiece has a sharper effect than a single-jointed or double-jointed mouthpiece.

Bit Material

Leather

Leather as a bit material is very well accepted by many horses. Almost every horse likes the softness and taste of leather. Since leather is a natural product, it stimulates salivation and chewing activity. The bit glides easily in the mouth, thus increasing well-being. Leather mouthpieces are usually vegetable-tanned and hand-stitched.

Our leather mouthpiece is particularly suitable for young and extremely sensitive horses. Even horses that are completely bridle-sour usually gladly accept a leather bit and can relearn a trusting approach to the bit.

Care instructions for leather: The mouthpiece should soak in cooking oil for a few hours before first use. Repeat this process as soon as the leather appears dry. Before each use, you should briefly soak it in clear water and clean it thoroughly after use, as saliva can erode the leather.

Manufacturer Information

Trust Equestrian

The Dutch bit manufacturer Trust Equestrian is characterized by innovation and craftsmanship. With the Inno Sense and Sweet Iron series, they are breaking new ground. The products are continuously developed by Trust's technical teams and strictly quality-controlled.

In a Nutshell

• Manufacturer: Trust Equestrian
• Material: Leather
• Sidepiece: Tandem/Combi
• Mouthpiece: Bar
• Hardness:
• Bit Thickness: 20mm
• Size: 12.5cm