Types Of D Ring Bits

Simple mouthpieces with a dee ring are the universal bit of choice for almost any type of pleasure riding.

Types of d ring bits.

A d ring snaffle bit also referred to as a dee ring gets its name from the d shaped bit rings although this snaffle bit is similar to the eggbutt snaffle as the ends of the mouthpiece come together into a hinge which is where the bit ring attaches. While the overall action of the bit remains similar among snaffles cheek pieces do serve different purposes. D ring dee ring snaffle. The two most common bits worn by racehorses are a d bit and a ring bit.

If you are a beginner who might still be inadvertently balancing yourself with your hands reins a smooth d ring snaffle may be the bit for you particularly if it has a curve in the bars of the mouthpiece. Snaffle the kimblewick shank has a modified dee ring design. When choosing a snaffle bit the ring design must be considered. A dee ring snaffle bit is a compromise between an eggbutt and a full cheek snaffle.

Snaffle bits typically are available in o ring d ring egg butt and full cheek configurations. The most popular options are d ring eggbutt full cheek or fullmar loose ring and baucher. Both bits are snaffles meaning the mouthpiece is made up of two jointed segments of metal. It has vertical shanks that extend above and below the mouthpiece and these are joined on the top and bottom by a d shaped ring on swivel joints.

The dee ring as its name suggest has a ring shape like a d with the cheek side of the d attached to the mouthpiece of the bit the straight bars of the dee ring provide a slight lateral guiding effect. O ring and egg butt bits are probably the most popular styles. It is most commonly made with a jointed or broken mouthpiece. This is because the bit ring is pulled against the side of the mouth opposite the rein that is activated.

Cheek pieces like the d ring or full cheek are often favoured for green horses who are just learning to travel in a bit. Like the eggbutt it helps prevent pinching at the corners of the mouth though generally without as much bulk as. The d bit is easiest on a horse. Three common types of snaffles used in western training are the d ring a the eggbutt b and the o ring c.