Trust Bit Sweet Iron Baby Pelham Waterford Mouthpiece 16mm 11.5

Trust Sweet Iron Baby Pelham Waterford Mouthpiece Bit 16mm 11.5

At a glance

• Manufacturer: Trust Equestrian
• Material: Sweet Iron
• Cheekpiece: Baby Pelham
• Mouthpiece: Multi-jointed
• Hardness:
• Bit thickness: 20mm
• Size: 11.5cm

Trust Equestrian bits are selected with the utmost care and made from the best materials. Today, we would like to introduce you to the Trust Sweet Iron Baby Pelham Waterford Mouthpiece Bit 16mm 11.5 from the Trust Equestrian range in more detail:

The Trust Sweet Iron Baby Pelham Waterford Mouthpiece Bit 16mm 11.5 is made of Sweet Iron and equipped with Baby Pelham cheekpieces. The mouthpiece of this bit is a Waterford or multi-jointed. The bit has a width of 11.5 centimeters. This mouthpiece size is generally suitable for athletic thoroughbreds.

Bit thickness

The bit is 20mm thick, measured at the thickest part in the area of the horse's lips. This makes 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, draft 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.

Bit material

Sweet Iron

Trust's Sweet Iron bits are made of steel. The bits are designed so that surface rust develops upon contact with air and moisture. This tastes sweet and stimulates saliva production. Horses therefore readily accept Sweet Iron bits.

Manufacturer information

Trust Equestrian

The Dutch bit manufacturer Trust Equestrian is characterized by its innovative spirit 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 controlled for quality.

Mouthpiece

Multi-jointed/Waterford

A multi-jointed or Waterford mouthpiece consists of a series of rounded links. It is a flexible bit that conforms to the horse's mouth and creates even pressure. It can move in all directions, making it difficult for the horse to lean on the bit, allowing the rider to maintain proper control. In soft hands, this mouthpiece is soft and kind, but with a strong hand, the bit can be sharp.

Cheekpiece

Baby Pelham

The Baby Pelham is a variation of the Pelham, ideal for accustoming horses to the leverage in the poll, as it has shorter shanks. This significantly reduces the leverage of the Trust Sweet Iron Baby Pelham Waterford Mouthpiece Bit 16mm 11.5 and is more comfortable for the horse.