Show Hack Double Bridle

Using A Double Bridle with a Show Hack or Ridden Horse...

The Double bridle for show hacks and riding horses is recommended as correct dress, although a snaffle bridle may be used in Novice classes.

The Double Bridle The bridle should have finer straps than that used on a hunter, but not as fine as those on a show pony bridle. 5/8 inch cheekpieces, or even ½ inch, with either a raised and patterned or a plain noseband.

This should be selected to complement the face, a wide noseband being more suitable for a strong head and a narrow one good for a fine delicate head.

A coloured browband should be used.

The horse should be balanced and attentive.

It is not strictly necessary to use a double bridle, and technically a horse going as well in a snaffle as a double should be marked equally highly.

About and when to use various horse bits and bridles ...

Click through above to see which points should be observed when selecting a double bridle for different disciplines.

Consider all your horse bit and bridle options and make sure you choose the correct type, size and combination for the sort of work you want your horse to do.

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