Trust Sweet Iron Pelham Dr. Bristol Copper Plate 16mm 13.5

Trust Bit Sweet Iron Pelham Dr. Bristol Copper Plate 16mm 13.5

At a glance

• Manufacturer: Trust Equestrian
• Material: Sweet Iron
• Cheek piece: Pelham
• Mouthpiece: Dr. Bristol
• Hardness:
• Bit thickness: 16mm
• Size: 13.5cm

The bit range from Trust Equestrian provides soft but effective impulses for better communication between rider and horse. Today we would like to introduce you to the Trust Bit Sweet Iron Pelham Dr. Bristol Copper Plate 16mm 13.5 from the Trust Equestrian range:

The Trust Bit Sweet Iron Pelham Dr. Bristol Copper Plate 16mm 13.5 is made of Sweet Iron and equipped with Pelham cheek pieces. The mouthpiece of this bit is a Dr. Bristol, which means a plate as the center piece of a double jointed mouthpiece. The bit has a mouthpiece size of 13.5 centimeters. The 13.5cm mouthpiece size is usually ideal for smaller and normal warmbloods.

Bit thickness

The mouthpiece has a thickness of 16mm at its thickest point. It is therefore a medium-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 test with your fingers how much space there is between the tongue and the palate.

Bit material

Sweet Iron

Trust's Sweet Iron bits are made of steel. The bits were designed so that surface rust forms on 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

Dr. Bristol

The Dr. Bristol mouthpiece is a double-jointed mouthpiece with a plate as a center piece. The center plate in a Dr. Bristol is angled and flat-edged. It acts mainly on the tongue with a sharp effect due to the straight, angled plate and with a smaller angle on the bars. This bit can be useful for strong horses or those that lean against the hand.

Cheek piece

Pelham

The Pelham is a popular bit with short or long shanks. When taking up the reins, the bit acts on the mouth, lower jaw, and poll. Depending on the leverage of the shanks, a varying degree of strong and immediate bit angle in the mouth can be achieved. Possible use for horses that have difficulty going on the bit, for "hot" horses, or also for horses that need clear action in critical situations. The Pelham should only be used by experienced riders.