Bits (Part 3 - Leverage Bits)

What does it take to move from a non-leverage bit to a LEVERAGE bit? How should it be used?
A leverage bit is made up of three main parts:
1. Mouthpiece: the leverage point; it lays inside the horse's mouth
2. Purchase: the piece that connects the headstall to the mouthpiece
3. Shank: the piece that connects the mouthpiece to the rein
The leverage is dependent on the ratio of the length of the shank to the length of the purchase. 2:1 means the pressure you apply is doubled. For this reason, you want to lighten up your pressure when you are using a leverage bit.
When using a leverage bit, we should be going to more one-handed riding and using our legs more. The hands simply become the enforcer. For this reason, I like to have great body control in the snaffle and lifter before moving on to a leverage bit.
In part 4, we'll be talking about leverage bits with solid mouthpieces, and what type of bit to use in a kids' horse.
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[@thausmann7470]

Great explanation and very helpful. Thanks for your gentleness in working your hands

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