Myler 36 Three Ring Combination Bit with Rawhide - MB 36 Sweet Iron with Copper Inlay - 5 1/2"

Experience a revolutionary breakthrough in equestrian communication with a bit designed to replace resistance with soft, refined responsiveness. The Myler 36 Three Ring Combination Bit empowers you to deliver clear, graduated signals that encourage your horse to relax, soften, and perform with newfound confidence.

Masterfully engineered with over 30 years of Myler innovation, this hybrid design functions as a sophisticated blend of a ring bit, shank bit, and hackamore. By dispersing rein pressure across five distinct points rather than just the mouth, it creates a "bridge to understanding" that allows your horse to respond to the poll and nose pressure before the mouthpiece fully engages, fostering a more humane and effective partnership.

Key Features & Specifications:

• Revolutionary 5-Point Pressure System: Disperses rein pressure across the nose, chin, poll, bars, and tongue, providing a graduated signal that allows the horse to yield before the mouthpiece is fully engaged.
• MB 36 Forward Tilt Ported Barrel: A Level 2-3 mouthpiece featuring a 45-degree forward tilt that provides generous tongue relief when relaxed, while offering moderate, precise pressure when engaged to encourage swallowing.
• Sweet Iron with Copper Inlay: The 5 1/2" mouthpiece is crafted from polished Sweet Iron, which oxidizes to create a sweet taste that promotes salivation and a relaxed, receptive jaw.
• Patented Independent Side Movement (ISM): Allows each side of the bit to move independently, enabling precise lateral cues for bending, balancing, and lifting a shoulder without affecting the opposite side.
• Versatile Three-Ring Design: Features multiple rein attachment points to customize leverage, making it an ideal choice for training, reschooling, or high-performance disciplines like Show Jumping and Cross Country.
• Soft Rawhide Noseband: Acts as the primary point of contact in the 5-point system, encouraging the horse to break at the poll and accept the bit through gentle, distributed pressure.
• Precision Sizing: Engineered to run 1/8" larger than the stated 5 1/2" size (measuring 5 5/8") to ensure the "floating" mouthpiece and ISM function correctly without pinching the horse's cheeks.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Q: How do I ensure the Myler 36 fits my horse correctly to maintain its technical function?
A: Myler bits follow the 1/8" clearance rule. This 5 1/2" bit is designed to measure 5 5/8" to allow the mouthpiece to "float." You should see 1/8" to 1/4" of the mouthpiece on each side of the mouth; if it is too snug, the Independent Side Movement (ISM) will not function as intended.

Q: Is this bit suitable for a horse that is heavy in the hand or "behind the bit"?
A: Yes. The MB 36 Level 2-3 mouthpiece is specifically designed for refinement and correction. The 5-point pressure system and rawhide noseband provide a clearer, more humane signal that helps reschool horses that have become resistant to traditional bits or need help lifting their shoulders.

Q: Can this bit be used in competitive events?
A: While the Myler 36 is a premier choice for Show Jumping, Cross Country, and Western Performance due to its superior control and communication, it is generally not legal for most Dressage competitions. Always check your specific discipline's rulebook for equipment compliance.

Item Number/SKU: 89-31367R