Myler MB 36 Combination Bit - Sweet Iron & Forward Tilt Ported Barrel - 6" Shank

Unlock unparalleled communication and comfort for your horse with the revolutionary Myler MB 36 Combination Bit. Expertly designed to elevate your training, this bit offers a gentle yet profoundly effective approach, fostering a more responsive and happy equine partner.

Experience the difference of a bit that truly understands your horse's needs. The unique combination design integrates elements of a traditional bit with a hackamore, providing a balanced distribution of pressure across multiple points for clear, nuanced signals that encourage relaxation and engagement.

• Sweet Iron Mouthpiece: Naturally oxidizes to create a sweet taste, encouraging salivation, a soft mouth, and greater acceptance of the bit for enhanced responsiveness.
• Forward Tilt Ported Barrel (MB 36): Features a distinctive low port that tilts forward at a 45-degree angle, providing optimal tongue relief when your horse is relaxed, and applying precise, even pressure when engaged to encourage a relaxed poll and a rounded outline. Ideal for horses needing superior tongue comfort.
• Combination Design with 6" Shank: Distributes pressure gently across the horse's nose, poll, jaw, tongue, and bars. The moderate 6" shank provides subtle leverage for refined cues, allowing for sophisticated communication.
• Independent Swivel Cheek (ISM) Technology: Each side of the bit moves independently, delivering exceptionally clear and precise signals directly to your horse.
• Durable Construction: Crafted with high-quality stainless steel cheeks to ensure longevity and reliable performance for years of dedicated training.

The Myler MB 36 is specifically tailored for Level 2-3 horses – those in basic to advanced training who understand fundamental aids and are ready for more sophisticated communication and nuanced control. Choose the MB 36 and transform your partnership, achieving a new level of harmony, control, and equine comfort.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does the "combination bit" design work for communication?

The Myler Combination Bit is engineered for gentle, multi-point communication by integrating elements of a bit and a hackamore. It strategically distributes pressure across five key areas: the horse's nose, poll, jaw, tongue, and bars of the mouth. Initial, lighter rein pressure primarily engages the nose, poll, and jaw, promoting a relaxed poll. If more pressure is applied, the mouthpiece then engages the tongue and bars. This staged engagement allows for more subtle and humane communication, helping your horse relax and encouraging a soft, rounded outline. The patented Independent Swivel Cheek (ISM) further enhances this by allowing each side to move independently, providing exceptionally clear and precise signals.

What makes the MB 36 mouthpiece unique, especially regarding tongue relief?

The Myler MB 36 mouthpiece features a distinctive wide, low port (typically 1 inch high) that tilts forward at a 45-degree angle. This innovative design provides significant tongue relief when your horse is relaxed, allowing for greater comfort. When the reins are engaged, it applies even tongue pressure to the bars and lips, with some pressure directed to the tongue due to its forward tilt. This makes it an excellent choice for horses with a low palate, as the port is designed not to interfere. The MB 36 is categorized as a Myler Level 2-3 bit, suitable for horses in basic to advanced training or those ready for increased tongue comfort beyond a Level 2 bit.

What are the benefits of the Sweet Iron mouthpiece and how do I care for it?

The sweet iron mouthpiece naturally oxidizes (rusts) when exposed to air and moisture, which is completely harmless to your horse. This oxidation process creates a sweet taste in the horse's mouth, which encourages salivation and greater acceptance of the bit. This promotes a softer, more responsive mouth. Regarding care, simply wipe the bit clean after each use to remove saliva and food particles. This helps slow down excessive rusting, but it's important not to remove the beneficial surface rust entirely, as that is what creates the desired sweet taste and encourages your horse to accept the bit.

What kind of leverage does the 6" shank provide?

The 6" shank on this Myler bit indicates it provides moderate leverage, acting as an indirect curb rein. This means it multiplies the amount of force exerted through the reins onto the horse's mouth, nose, or poll, allowing for more finesse and subtle control. While considered a moderate length, it offers more leverage than a direct rein snaffle. This makes it particularly effective for more "finished" horses or those requiring specific, precise cues for actions like stopping or backing off. Coupled with the Independent Swivel Cheek (ISM) technology, this shank length helps deliver exceptionally clear and refined signals, enhancing communication for advanced maneuvers.