Eric Thomas Hackamore-nahkaosat Full
Eric Thomas Hackamoren Nahkaosat. Hackamoren nahkaosat eli turpa- ja leukahihna, jotka sopii lyhyisiin hackamoren varsiin. Hackamorehihnojen kokoa voidaan säätää sekä turvan päältä että leuan alta. Turpahihnan pehmusteen leveys noin 42mm ja pituus 180mm. Nahkahihnojen leveys 16mm. Valmistettu laadukkaasta englantilaisesta naudannahasta. Sopii Feeling Hackamoren lyhyisiin varsiin (tuotenumero 607813L). Kokoa hackamore omiin väreihin sopivaksi. Ei sisällä hackamoren varsia.
Värivaihtoehdot: musta (black), tummanruskea (havanna) ja vaaleanruskea (newmarket)
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Bombers - Top Tips for Bitting
Bombers Pressure Points
BOMBERS PHILOSOPHY
"PRESSURE = RESISTANCE"
"RESISTANCE = LACK OF CONTROL"
-Bomber Nell-
A horse is an animal of flight – it will never yield to pressure or pain, it will either move away from it or run away. To obtain control we need to remove the resistance. To remove the resistance, one must remove the pressure or distribute the pressure over a larger surface area.
The horse’s balance point is its head, unlike cats, dogs where the balance point is in the tail. By watching the frame and composure of a horse, and in particular its head, resistance can be identified and though incremental bitting changes, the Bombers Methodology can help make a good horse great.
BOMBERS BITS - PRESSURE POINTS
We have made some very important changes to our handcrafted bits which is why they are so well received by the horses. The sweet iron is warmer than stainless steel, it encourages salivation, the curved mouth pieces reduce tongue pressure, the links are small and offset thus relieving a pressure point on the tongue.
With our thorough understanding of the mechanics of the various cheek pieces and mouth pieces we can correct negative action of the horse’s head and we can also position the head correctly. This, together with our understanding of the requirements of the disciplines, conformation of the various breeds, as well as the individuality of the Rider has resulted in our extensive range of bits.
Our sizes start at 90mm widths up to 160mm width and size of all our bits are stamped on the left hand side of the mouth piece which also indicates which way the bit should be fitted to the bridle thus avoiding incorrect usage.
Our extensive range of the bits includes training and corrective bits that can eradicate a problem allowing the horse to continue on to a conventional bit suited to the discipline.
Riders at the top level may require a small tweak here or there in order to achieve a win and this is what we can offer with our philosophy.
GREY, Utilises no pressure, the optimum case however this is not realistic in every situation.
GREEN, Registers a light pressure, applied over a large surface area to achieve a better positioning of the head.
ORANGE, Indicates that medium pressure is being applied to correct a problem or to achieve necessary control.
RED, Is the maximum pressure, the rider should be cautious and question this use.
BOMBERS - MOUTH PRESSURE POINTS
BAR pressure is applied by most mouth pieces and is generally accepted by the horse, bringing the head down.
PINCH or nutcracker action of a single break mouth piece such as a conventional snaffle will put heavy pressure on the side of the bars causing the head to lift. A curved or 3 piece mouth piece relieves this nutcracker action slightly, making it more accepted. A solid mouth piece will remove this action.
TONGUE pressure is accepted by most horses and will bring the head down.
BOMBERS - HEAD PRESSURE POINTS
CHEEK pressure is useful for schooling, encouraging flexion and directing the horse.
CURB pressure may be necessary to improve control, as well as to encourage the chin to tuck in. Curb chain pressure is severe due to the sensitive area of application but can be softened by distributing the pressure to other areas such as mouth and poll. Nylon or leather back straps are a softer option to a curb chain.
POLL pressure is applied through the bridle and will increase proportionally to the length of the bits upper shank/purchase. When applied to a horse that accepts this form of pressure it will bring the head down. Poll pressure is usually used in conjunction with other pressure points, making it more accepted.
BOMBERS BITS - TYPES OF MOUTHPIECE
SOLID BIT, The mouthpiece is fixed between cheekpieces, optionally offering tongue relief in the form of a port.
SEMI-BROKEN BIT, The joint is hindered from making its full movement, thereby limiting the horse bit’s action and lessening the squeeze.
1 BREAK SNAFFLE BIT, When applied the single break snaffle bit squeezes the bars and tongue raising the head.
2 BREAK BIT, Double break bits have a middle component that sits on the tongue. Some extent of squeeze will occur.
FLEXIBLE BIT, Flexible mouthpieces wrap around the horse’s tongue and bars spreading the pressure.
CABLE BIT, Removes the centre links, creating a smooth more comfortable mouthpiece with rigidity, limiting the nutcracker effect. The spring back offers a quick release from pressure. The cable allows for lateral independence between reins.
BOMBERS BITS - TYPES OF CHEEKPIECE
LOOSE, A loose cheek piece moves vertically through the mouthpiece of the bit. The mouthpiece slips on the cheekpiece loose ring resulting in poll pressure while allowing the horse to react before the mouthpiece catches on the cheekpiece and is leveraged. With the release of the reins and tension the mouthpiece quickly returns to neutral.
FIXED, The mouthpiece is fixed to the cheekpiece, as the cheekpiece rotates under rein pressure the mouthpiece is leveraged in the horses mouth. With the release of the reins and tension the cheekpiece is slow to return to neutral. A fixed cheek piece is designed to sit closely to the horses.
FIXED & LOOSE, A unique group of cheek pieces are fixed against the cheek and exhibit the positive features of a loose ring. A fixed cheek piece is designed to sit closely to the horses lips, and encourages flexion. The loose ring will slip through mouthpiece resulting in some poll pressure but allowing for the horse to react before the mouthpiece starts to be leveraged.
THE GOAL OF BITTING
The horse takes and is receptive to contact, its head is settled and comfortable, with a relaxed mouth and increased salivation.
CONFORMATIONC
Before the bitting process starts, the horse conformation must be noted, for any factors which may contribute to the bit pressures and the horse’s preferences.
Take a wholistic view before bitting… it is important to remember the entire horse is an interlinked machine, with many factors needing to be perfectly balanced to find harmony. One factor of which is the bit and its immediate relationship with the horse’s tongue.
When bit fitting, seekout negative resistance to the bit, clear signs from the horse due to the bit alone… and not from an external factor.
Internal factors: Palate, Tongue, Canine, premolars & smile, Wolf Teeth, Lips, Jowls & Cheeks, The Lower Jaw
External factors: TMJ, Neck, Back, Teeth, Lameness, General condition, Composure
Bitting problems have several ways of manifesting themselves.
They can be directly related to the bit and its mechanics. Resulting in the horses head not settling and resisting bit contact… described as shaking, pulling or avoiding contact.
Alternatively, problems can originate from physiological discomforts… which can be seen from a holistic view in the movement of the horse. While having the neck, back and teeth checked can solve much of this… problems can persist as a result of peculiar mouth conformations.
EARLY SIGNS OF TONGUE SENSITIVITY
- Coming behind the bit
- Leaning
SEVERE TONGUE SENSITIVE
- Head shaking, left to right
- Sticking tongue out
- Sticking the tongue over
- Tongue sucked back
Bombers Types of Mouthpieces
BOMBERS BITS 6 DIFFERENT TYPES OF MOUTHPIECES
A horse is an animal of flight – it will never yield to pressure or pain, it will either move away from it or run away. To obtain control we need to remove the resistance. To remove the resistance, one must remove the pressure or distribute the pressure over a larger surface area.
We have made some very important changes to our handcrafted bits which is why they are so well received by the horses. The sweet iron is warmer than stainless steel, it encourages salivation, the curved mouth pieces reduce tongue pressure, the links are small and offset thus relieving a pressure point on the tongue.
With our thorough understanding of the mechanics of the various cheek pieces and mouth pieces we can correct negative action of the horse’s head and we can also position the head correctly. This, together with our understanding of the requirements of the disciplines, conformation of the various breeds, as well as the individuality of the Rider has resulted in our extensive range of bits.
MOUTHPIECES PRESSURE POINTS
GREY, Utilises no pressure, the optimum case however this is not realistic in every situation.
GREEN, Registers a light pressure, applied over a large surface area to achieve a better positioning of the head.
ORANGE, Indicates that medium pressure is being applied to correct a problem or to achieve necessary control.
RED, Is the maximum pressure, the rider should be cautious and question this use.
BAR pressure is applied by most mouth pieces and is generally accepted by the horse, bringing the head down.
PINCH or nutcracker action of a single break mouth piece such as a conventional snaffle will put heavy pressure on the side of the bars causing the head to lift. A curved or 3 piece mouth piece relieves this nutcracker action slightly, making it more accepted. A solid mouth piece will remove this action.
TONGUE pressure is accepted by most horses and will bring the head down.
SOLID BIT
The mouthpiece is fixed between cheekpieces, optionally offering tongue relief in the form of a port.
SEMI BROKEN BIT
The joint is hindered from making its full movement, thereby limiting the horse bit’s action and lessening the squeeze.
1 BREAK SNAFFLE BIT
When applied the single break snaffle bit squeezes the bars and tongue raising the head.
2 BREAK BIT
Double break bits have a middle component that sits on the tongue. Some extent of squeeze will occur.
FLEXIBLE BIT
Flexible mouthpieces wrap around the horse’s tongue and bars spreading the pressure.
CABLE BIT
Removes the centre links, creating a smooth more comfortable mouthpiece with rigidity, limiting the nutcracker effect. The spring back offers a quick release from pressure. The cable allows for lateral independence between reins.
FEI Approved Bombers Bits
BOMBERS EQUESTRIAN - FEI APPROVED DRESSAGE BITS 2026
Bombers User Guides
About Bombers
Bombers has been developing quality equine products for over 30 years. Our focus is on providing innovative solutions to riders’ challenging problems, particularly in the area of bitting. Coupling that innovation with handmade quality, attention to detail and testing by world renowned riders, has resulted in world-class horse products... and not just bits. The results are truly astounding, as insistent users attest! This successful formula has now been applied to a variety of disciplines including Cutting & Campdrafting, Dressage, Endurance, Icelandic, Polo, Polocrosse, Pony Showing, Racing, Saddlebred and Show Jumping.
The Bombers lifetime guarantee
The Bombers lifetime guarantee covers all stainless steel, sweet iron and brass products from manufacturing defects in materials and workmanship for the lifetime of the product. Bombers will repair or replace at its discretion any manufacturing defect in these products free of charge. The bombers lifetime guarantee does not cover damage caused by accident, improper care or cleaning, non-standard usage, negligence or unauthorised alterations.
Caution warning from the manufacturer
Horse riding is an action sport, the riders safety greatly depends on the integrity of the equipment, bits are hard wearing items but please remember to always check your equipment before saddling up.
“Pressure = Resistance”
“Resistance = Lack of Control”
A horse is an animal of flight - it will never yield to pressure or pain it will either move away from it or run away. Therefore Pressure = Resistance = Lack of Control. To obtain control we need to remove the resistance. To remove the resistance one must remove the pressure or distribute the pressure over a larger surface area.
Bits delivery time / Special Orders
Order only product. The product will be ordered separately from the supplier.
Bombers Bits – Delivery time approx. 2-6 week
Beris Bits – Delivery time approx. 2-6 week
NOTE! SPECIAL ORDER BIT
The product description will indicate if a bit is a special order item.
This bit is individually manufactured according to customer specifications and is not a stock item. As a custom-made product, it is not eligible for cancellation, exchange, or return (Directive 2011/83/EU / Consumer Protection Act). Please verify all order details carefully before confirming.
Contact Us
In addition, our customers always get expert help from our customer service, so if you have any questions contact us on email ratsastus@kotielaintarvike.fi.
AVAILABLE MORE THAN 500,000 BIT’S COMBINATIONS
Our Webstore www.kotielaintarvike.fi/en/ has a very wide range of high quality and excellent Bombers, made by hand from very high quality materials. Bombers can also be ordered in special size and combinations. Our webstore also has a comprehensive information package on bits, based entirely on the dredge manufacturer's instructions and what the bits were originally developed for and what the power and effects of different bits are based on.
More than 500,000 Bombers bits combinations are available to order, so not all options / sizes are even allways available in the factory ware house. However, we want to offer our customers the opportunity to get acquainted with the selections of different manufacturers and brands and order them easily and reliably through our webstore.
