{"title":"GAG BITS","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"bit-contact-dutch-gag-5-5-inch","title":"Bit contact dutch gag","description":"Bit contact dutch gag 5 inch","brand":"Contact","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46951579025698,"sku":"BITS1243SS","price":352.48,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0808\/2269\/8274\/files\/27085_25f9e4274ad3e2eb2a90d1d8232ec272-6.jpg?v=1764945313"},{"product_id":"bit-contact-sweet-iron-3-ring-gag","title":"Bit contact sweet iron 3 ring gag","description":"- \u003cspan align=\"left\" style=\"letter-spacing: normal; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; word-spacing: 0px; white-space: normal; background-color: rgb(32, 33, 36); display: inline !important; float: none\"\u003e\u003cfont color=\"rgb(232, 234, 237)\" face=\"Google Sans, arial, sans-serif\" size=\"20px\"\u003eThe      sweet iron mouthpiece is\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cfont color=\"rgb(232, 234, 237)\" face=\"Google Sans, arial, sans-serif\" size=\"20px\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/font\u003e\u003cfont color=\"rgb(226, 238, 255)\" face=\"Google Sans, arial, sans-serif\" size=\"20px\"\u003e\u003cb align=\"left\" style=\"letter-spacing: normal; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; word-spacing: 0px; white-space: normal\"\u003edesigned      to rust and therefore enhance salivation\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/font\u003e\u003cspan align=\"left\" style=\"letter-spacing: normal; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; word-spacing: 0px; white-space: normal; background-color: rgb(32, 33, 36); display: inline !important; float: none\"\u003e\u003cfont color=\"rgb(232, 234, 237)\" face=\"Google Sans, arial, sans-serif\" size=\"20px\"\u003e.      It is also twisted which creates sharper tongue pressure. The central      copper rings encourage the horse to mouthe the bit as well as reducing the      nutcracker action.\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"SOLO","offers":[{"title":"5 INCH","offer_id":46951579910434,"sku":"BITS1392|5 INCH","price":699.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":false},{"title":"5.5 Inch","offer_id":46951580369186,"sku":"BITS1392|5.5 INCH","price":699.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0808\/2269\/8274\/files\/27087_579bbcbea19fb5d65cd1abefa1be8d3b-5.jpg?v=1764956977"},{"product_id":"portuguese-gag-bit-with-french-link","title":"Portuguese gag bit with french link","description":"\u003cp align=\"left\" style=\"margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-right: 0; margin-left: 0; display: block; line-height: 27px; letter-spacing: normal; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; word-spacing: 0px; white-space: normal\"\u003e       The Portuguese gag acts the same as a snaffle bit.  Attaching the reins        to the bottom ring creates more leverage making the bit ideal for        maintaining control of your horse.  When the reins are placed on the        lower ring, poll pressure is increased and encourages the horse to lower        the head.     \u003c\/p\u003e     \u003cp align=\"left\" style=\"margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-right: 0; margin-left: 0; display: block; line-height: 27px; letter-spacing: normal; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; word-spacing: 0px; white-space: normal\"\u003e       The French link bit is more acceptable to horses with a low palate as it        does not have the nutcracker action of the single jointed snaffle.  The        mouthpiece lays flat on the tongue and allows for more movement        resulting in a lighter, offhand ride.  The rein pressure is more evenly        over the bars for a more independent control over the two sides of the        mouth. 18 mm Mouth     \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Happy Horse","offers":[{"title":"5 INCH","offer_id":47229510943010,"sku":"BIT2664|5 Inch","price":540.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"5.5 Inch","offer_id":47229511270690,"sku":"BIT2664|5.5 Inch","price":540.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0808\/2269\/8274\/files\/30317_7c7219c6b23886919e53da50ef75ff3e-d648a497-b254-44d0-be12-a42b8a658a1a-5.jpg?v=1764954346"},{"product_id":"portuguese-gag-hollow-mouth-bit","title":"Portuguese gag hollow mouth bit","description":"\u003cp align=\"left\" style=\"margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-right: 0; margin-left: 0; display: block; line-height: 27px; letter-spacing: normal; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; word-spacing: 0px; white-space: normal\"\u003e       Stainless Steel Portuguese gag bit with a hollow mouth     \u003c\/p\u003e     \u003cp align=\"left\" style=\"margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-right: 0; margin-left: 0; display: block; line-height: 27px; letter-spacing: normal; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; word-spacing: 0px; white-space: normal\"\u003e       The Portuguese gag acts the same as a snaffle bit.  Attaching the reins        to the bottom ring creates more leverage making the bit ideal for        maintaining control of your horse.  When the reins are placed on the        lower ring, poll pressure is increased and encourages the horse to lower        the head.  The jointed mouth creates a nutcracker action.     \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Happy Horse","offers":[{"title":"5 INCH","offer_id":47229512220962,"sku":"BIT2667|5 Inch","price":525.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"5.5 Inch","offer_id":47229512548642,"sku":"BIT2667|5.5 Inch","price":525.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0808\/2269\/8274\/files\/30318_c023530fd87fe93373813b1e785cd1dd-33221f23-5191-4a35-939b-9b1a7107e2b2-5.jpg?v=1764954343"},{"product_id":"bit-portuguese-sweet-iron-with-brass-rollers","title":"Bit Portuguese Sweet Iron with Brass Rollers","description":"\u003cp style=\"word-spacing: 0px; white-space: normal; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; text-transform: none; letter-spacing: 0.26px; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 20px; text-indent: 0px\" align=\"left\"\u003e       This bit is a great option for horses that like to be heavy in your        hands and hang on the bit.     \u003c\/p\u003e     \u003cp style=\"word-spacing: 0px; white-space: normal; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; text-transform: none; letter-spacing: 0.26px; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 20px; text-indent: 0px\" align=\"left\"\u003e       \u003cbr\u003e            \u003c\/p\u003e     \u003cp style=\"word-spacing: 0px; white-space: normal; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; text-transform: none; letter-spacing: 0.26px; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 20px; text-indent: 0px\" align=\"left\"\u003e       This bit works like a snaffle with extra leverage.     \u003c\/p\u003e     \u003cp style=\"word-spacing: 0px; white-space: normal; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; text-transform: none; letter-spacing: 0.26px; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 20px; text-indent: 0px\" align=\"left\"\u003e       The main purpose of this bit is to lower the horses head through poll        pressure, and to provide stronger control.     \u003c\/p\u003e     \u003cp style=\"word-spacing: 0px; white-space: normal; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; text-transform: none; letter-spacing: 0.26px; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 20px; text-indent: 0px\" align=\"left\"\u003e       The reins can be attached in a variety of ways.\u003cbr\u003eIf the reins are        attached to the main large ring the bit has the same effect as a loose        ring snaffle, with slightly more poll pressure due to the cheek pieces        attaching to the smaller top ring.\u003cbr\u003eWhen the reins are attached to the        lower ring, the poll pressure is increased, giving the rider more        control and putting more pressure on the mouth.     \u003c\/p\u003e     \u003cp style=\"word-spacing: 0px; white-space: normal; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; text-transform: none; letter-spacing: 0.26px; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 20px; text-indent: 0px\" align=\"left\"\u003e       This bit can also be used with multiple reins or connectors, softening        the leverage\/pressure.     \u003c\/p\u003e     \u003cp style=\"word-spacing: 0px; white-space: normal; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; text-transform: none; letter-spacing: 0.26px; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 20px; text-indent: 0px\" align=\"left\"\u003e             \u003c\/p\u003e     \u003cp style=\"word-spacing: 0px; white-space: normal; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; text-transform: none; letter-spacing: 0.26px; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 20px; text-indent: 0px\" align=\"left\"\u003e       \u003cspan\u003eThe roller link reduces nutcracker action, has a more even        pressure over the bars, and allows independent control over the two        sides of the mouth.\u003c\/span\u003e     \u003c\/p\u003e     \u003cp style=\"word-spacing: 0px; white-space: normal; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; text-transform: none; letter-spacing: 0.26px; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 20px; text-indent: 0px\" align=\"left\"\u003e       The sweet iron mouthpiece and brass rollers encourage the horse to        salivate, making the horse lighter in the rider's hands\u003cbr\u003e     \u003c\/p\u003e     \u003cp style=\"word-spacing: 0px; white-space: normal; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; text-transform: none; letter-spacing: 0.26px; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 20px; text-indent: 0px\" align=\"left\"\u003e       The central brass rings encourage the horse to mouthe the bit as well as        reducing the nutcracker action.     \u003c\/p\u003e     \u003cp style=\"word-spacing: 0px; white-space: normal; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; text-transform: none; letter-spacing: 0.26px; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; text-indent: 0px\" align=\"left\"\u003e       Slightly curved to be more comfortable in the horse's mouth and to allow        extra space for the tongue     \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Saddle Creek","offers":[{"title":"5 INCH","offer_id":49378591179042,"sku":"POR100|5 Inch","price":785.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"5.5 Inch","offer_id":49378591211810,"sku":"POR100|5.5 Inch","price":785.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}]},{"product_id":"bit-bomber-3-ring-blue-135-b18-10","title":"Bit Bomber 3 Ring Blue 135 B18\/10","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_wc_description et_pb_wc_description_0_tb_body et_pb_bg_layout_light  et_pb_text_align_left\" align=\"left\" style=\"margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 15.1719px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-style: none; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-style: none; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-style: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-style: none; border-left-width: 0px; background-position: 50% center; background-repeat: no-repeat; background-image: null; background-attachment: scroll; letter-spacing: normal; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; word-spacing: 0px; white-space: normal\"\u003e       \u003cdiv class=\"et_pb_module_inner\" style=\"margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-style: none; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-style: none; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-style: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-style: none; border-left-width: 0px; background-image: null; background-repeat: repeat; background-attachment: scroll; background-position: null\"\u003e         \u003cp style=\"margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 0in; margin-left: 0in; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0; padding-left: 0px; border-top-style: none; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-style: none; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-style: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-style: none; border-left-width: 0px; background-image: null; background-repeat: repeat; background-attachment: scroll; background-position: null\"\u003e           Key Features         \u003c\/p\u003e         \u003cp style=\"margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 0in; margin-left: 0in; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0; padding-left: 0px; border-top-style: none; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-style: none; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-style: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-style: none; border-left-width: 0px; background-image: null; background-repeat: repeat; background-attachment: scroll; background-position: null\"\u003e           Width 135         \u003c\/p\u003e         \u003cp style=\"margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 0in; margin-left: 0in; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0; padding-left: 0px; border-top-style: none; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-style: none; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-style: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-style: none; border-left-width: 0px; background-image: null; background-repeat: repeat; background-attachment: scroll; background-position: null\"\u003e           Thickness B18\/10 BB         \u003c\/p\u003e         \u003cp style=\"margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 0in; margin-left: 0in; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0; padding-left: 0px; border-top-style: none; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-style: none; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-style: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-style: none; border-left-width: 0px; background-image: null; background-repeat: repeat; background-attachment: scroll; background-position: null\"\u003e           A Ring cheekpiece introduces poll pressure as well creating leverage            on the mouthpiece. The Bomber Blue is a unique bit which produces            amazing results for the majority of horses. The mouthpiece is ported            to give tongue relief. The nylon composite material is light in the            mouth and encourages salivation. It is particularly well suited to            horses that object to metal mouth pieces.         \u003c\/p\u003e         \u003cp style=\"margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 0in; margin-left: 0in; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0; padding-left: 0px; border-top-style: none; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-style: none; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-style: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-style: none; border-left-width: 0px; background-image: null; background-repeat: repeat; background-attachment: scroll; background-position: null\"\u003e           Cheekpiece         \u003c\/p\u003e         \u003cp style=\"margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 0in; margin-left: 0in; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0; padding-left: 0px; border-top-style: none; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-style: none; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-style: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-style: none; border-left-width: 0px; background-image: null; background-repeat: repeat; background-attachment: scroll; background-position: null\"\u003e           The 3 Ring is our most popular version.         \u003c\/p\u003e         \u003cp style=\"margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 0in; margin-left: 0in; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0; padding-left: 0px; border-top-style: none; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-style: none; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-style: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-style: none; border-left-width: 0px; background-image: null; background-repeat: repeat; background-attachment: scroll; background-position: null\"\u003e           Mouthpiece         \u003c\/p\u003e         \u003cp style=\"margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 0in; margin-left: 0in; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0; padding-left: 0px; border-top-style: none; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-style: none; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-style: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-style: none; border-left-width: 0px; background-image: null; background-repeat: repeat; background-attachment: scroll; background-position: null\"\u003e           The first choice for starting any young horse, it is easily            accepted, it gives tongue relief, it’s light, non-metal and            encourages salivation. If in doubt go with the Bombers suggested            thickness for your width. The 4 available ports have been scaled            according to each width. This ensures accurate fitting over the bars            and eliminates the rocking movement which occurs when the port is            too wide.         \u003c\/p\u003e         \u003cp style=\"margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-style: none; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-style: none; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-style: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-style: none; border-left-width: 0px; background-image: null; background-repeat: repeat; background-attachment: scroll; background-position: null\"\u003e           Supplied with\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/bombers.co.za\/product\/standard-bit-protector-75mm\/\" style=\"margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-top-style: none; border-top-width: 0px; border-right-style: none; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-style: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-style: none; border-left-width: 0px; background-image: null; background-repeat: repeat; background-attachment: scroll; background-position: null\"\u003e\u003cfont size=\"14px\" color=\"rgb(46, 163, 242)\"\u003eorange            bit protector\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e         \u003c\/p\u003e       \u003c\/div\u003e     \u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Bomber","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50285682753826,"sku":"B3R00BB001 3510","price":1258.97,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":false}]},{"product_id":"bit-contact-portuguese-dr-bristol","title":"Bit Contact Portuguese Dr Bristol","description":"\u003cp align=\"start\" style=\"padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: 0px; letter-spacing: normal; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; word-spacing: 0px; white-space: normal; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255)\"\u003e       The Portuguese Dr. Bristol gag features two extra rings on the bit rings.     \u003c\/p\u003e     \u003cp align=\"start\" style=\"padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: 0px; letter-spacing: normal; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; word-spacing: 0px; white-space: normal; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255)\"\u003e       The cheekpiece of the bridle is attached to the top ring and the rein to        the bottom ring of the bit     \u003c\/p\u003e     \u003cp align=\"start\" style=\"padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: 0px; letter-spacing: normal; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; word-spacing: 0px; white-space: normal; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255)\"\u003e       This setting allows the bit to have an action midway between a snaffle        and a regular gag.     \u003c\/p\u003e     \u003cp align=\"start\" style=\"padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: 0px; letter-spacing: normal; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; word-spacing: 0px; white-space: normal; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255)\"\u003e       The bit also has a central flat link which creates tongue pressure. It        is quite severe and should be used with gentle hands.     \u003c\/p\u003e     \u003cp align=\"start\" style=\"padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: 0px; letter-spacing: normal; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; word-spacing: 0px; white-space: normal; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255)\"\u003e       The sweet iron covering on the bit encourages the horse to salivate and        helps to soften the mouth.     \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Contact","offers":[{"title":"5 INCH","offer_id":50285682917666,"sku":"BITS1012SS|5 Inch","price":685.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":false}]},{"product_id":"bit-dutch-gag-elliptical-link","title":"Bit Dutch Gag Elliptical Link","description":"\u003cspan align=\"left\" style=\"letter-spacing: normal; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; word-spacing: 0px; white-space: normal; display: inline !important; float: none\"\u003e\u003cfont color=\"rgb(33, 37, 41)\" face=\"Roboto, Odoo Unicode Support Noto, sans-serif\" size=\"15px\"\u003eThe      Dutch Elliptical Gag bit has a single, elliptical-shaped joint attached to      a large loose ring (with one small ring attached to the top and two small      rings attached to the bottom on the large loose ring).  This Elliptical      Gag bit has loose rings with a elliptical shaped link in the middle. The      central link takes away the nutcracker effect.\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"Happy Horse","offers":[{"title":"5 INCH","offer_id":50285683769634,"sku":"BIT2669|5 Inch","price":569.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"5.5 Inch","offer_id":50285683802402,"sku":"BIT2669|5.5 Inch","price":569.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":false}]},{"product_id":"bit-gag-and-runners","title":"Bit gag and runners","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis bit is made of stainless steel, which is guaranteed never to rust,      bend or break.This gag bit is based on an eggbutt snaffle with the jointed      mouthpiece having a nutcracker action. Pressure on the gag rein causes the      bit to move higher in the horses mouth. This creates poll pressure and      obviously quite strong pressure to all areas in the mouth. It works well      on horses that are heavy on the forehand as well as most forward going      horses. Ideally used with double reins, this bit can also be used with a      single rein on the gag itself, or with gag reins\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HAPPY HORSE","offers":[{"title":"5 INCH","offer_id":50558993629474,"sku":"BITS1086|5 INCH","price":779.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":false},{"title":"5.5 INCH","offer_id":50558993727778,"sku":"BITS1086|5.5 INCH","price":779.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":false},{"title":"6 INCH","offer_id":50558993793314,"sku":"BITS1086|6 INCH","price":779.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":false}]},{"product_id":"bit-portuguese-elliptical-gag","title":"Bit portuguese elliptical gag","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis bit is made of stainless steel, therefore designed never to rust,      bend or break. The bit is in effect an elliptical link loose ring snaffle      with 2 extra rings on the bit rings. With the cheekpiece attached to the      top ring and the rein on the bottom ring, this gag becomes a midway      between a regular elliptical link snaffle and a regular gag. The      mouthpiece has loose rings and a central rounded, egg shaped link. The      mouthpiece evolved from the French snaffle and as a result has a very      similar action. Most horses readily accept this bit and are more      comfortable in their mouths. There is no nutcracker action due to the      central link, creating a continuous feel from one side to the other.      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This bit offers multiple rein placement options, allowing for customizable levels of leverage and pressure to suit the specific needs of both horse and rider.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp style='box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px auto; font-size: 0.9375rem; color: rgb(33, 37, 41); font-family: Roboto, \"Odoo Unicode Support Noto\", sans-serif; line-height: 27px;'\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cul style='box-sizing: border-box; padding-left: 2rem; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 1rem; color: rgb(33, 37, 41); font-family: Roboto, \"Odoo Unicode Support Noto\", sans-serif; font-size: 16px;'\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli style=\"box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cp style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; font-size: 0.9375rem; color: inherit; font-family: inherit; line-height: 27px;\"\u003eAdjustable Leverage Options:\u003cbr style=\"box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003e\r\n\tThe Portuguese gag functions like a traditional snaffle bit when reins are attached to the main ring. For increased control, attach the reins to the lower ring. This creates additional leverage, applying gentle poll pressure that encourages the horse to lower its head and maintain a more balanced frame.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\t\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli style=\"box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cp style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; font-size: 0.9375rem; color: inherit; font-family: inherit; line-height: 27px;\"\u003eElliptical Link Mouthpiece:\u003cbr style=\"box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003e\r\n\tThe elliptical link features a rounded central piece that is kind to the horse's mouth. This design minimizes pressure on sensitive areas, including the tongue, bars of the mouth, and the palate. The softer distribution of pressure promotes relaxation and encourages a softer, more consistent contact.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\t\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli style=\"box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cp style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; font-size: 0.9375rem; color: inherit; font-family: inherit; line-height: 27px;\"\u003eIdeal for Training and Advanced Riding:\u003cbr style=\"box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003e\r\n\tThis bit is especially useful for horses that require additional support in situations where control and precision are critical, such as show jumping, eventing, or cross-country. It’s an excellent choice for horses that tend to lift their heads or resist traditional snaffle bits.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\t\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli style=\"box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cp style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; font-size: 0.9375rem; color: inherit; font-family: inherit; line-height: 27px;\"\u003eDurable Stainless Steel Construction:\u003cbr style=\"box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003e\r\n\tCrafted from high-quality stainless steel, this bit is resistant to rust and wear, ensuring durability and long-term use. The smooth surface and carefully rounded edges provide added comfort for the horse.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\t\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp style='box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px auto; font-size: 0.9375rem; color: rgb(33, 37, 41); font-family: Roboto, \"Odoo Unicode Support Noto\", sans-serif; line-height: 27px;'\u003eBenefits for Horse and Rider:\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cul style='box-sizing: border-box; padding-left: 2rem; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 1rem; color: rgb(33, 37, 41); font-family: Roboto, \"Odoo Unicode Support Noto\", sans-serif; font-size: 16px;'\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli style=\"box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003eEncourages proper head carriage and poll flexion.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli style=\"box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003eProvides a gentle yet effective means of communication between horse and rider.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli style=\"box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003eHelps improve rideability and responsiveness during training or competition.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli style=\"box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003eSuitable for horses of various disciplines and levels of experience.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp style='box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px auto; font-size: 0.9375rem; color: rgb(33, 37, 41); font-family: Roboto, \"Odoo Unicode Support Noto\", sans-serif; line-height: 27px;'\u003eBit Size Options:\u003cbr style=\"box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003e\r\nAvailable in multiple sizes to ensure a perfect fit for your horse's mouth. 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