Myler Bridoon MB 02 Comfort Snaffle Wide Barrel Horse Bit - Stainless Steel with Copper Inlay - 5"

Transform your horse's responsiveness and eliminate bit resistance with the Myler MB 02 Bridoon, designed to provide a gentle, ergonomic fit that encourages a soft, willing mouth. This Level 1 mouthpiece offers the perfect balance of tongue relief and clear communication, making it an essential tool for riders seeking a more harmonious partnership in the dressage arena.

Expertly crafted from high-quality, corrosion-resistant stainless steel with a copper inlay to promote salivation, this bridoon features Myler’s signature Independent Side Movement (ISM). This innovative design allows you to isolate rein aids to lift a shoulder or bend without disturbing the opposite side of the mouth, providing the refined signals necessary for both foundational training and upper-level competition.

Key Features & Specifications:

• Wide Barrel Design: Distributes pressure evenly across the tongue to eliminate the "nutcracker" effect and prevent painful pinching of the bars or lips.
• Independent Side Movement (ISM): Enables precise, isolated rein aids, allowing the rider to communicate clearly for better lateral responsiveness and balance.
• Bridoon-Specific Dimensions: Features smaller 50mm rings and a streamlined profile specifically engineered to fit comfortably alongside a Weymouth curb bit in a double bridle.
• Generous 5" Sizing: Myler bits are crafted to measure approximately 1/8" larger (5.125") than advertised to ensure a comfortable gap between the rings and the lips, preventing rubbing.
• Level 1 Mouthpiece: Specifically designed for green horses or those starting training, focusing on basic gaits and transitions through gentle, consistent tongue pressure.
• Dressage Legal: Fully compliant with USEF and FEI Dressage regulations, ensuring you can transition seamlessly from the training ring to the show arena.
• Copper Inlay: Encourages salivation and a soft mouth feel, helping the horse relax into the contact and accept the bit more readily.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Q: Why does this 5" bit measure slightly wider than my other bits?
A: Myler bits are engineered with a "generous" fit, typically measuring 1/8" to 1/4" larger than the advertised size. This intentional design provides the necessary clearance on either side of the mouth to prevent the rings from pinching the horse's lips, which is essential for the Myler comfort fit.

Q: Is the MB 02 mouthpiece suitable for a horse that is sensitive or "fussy" in the mouth?
A: Yes! The MB 02 is Myler’s innovative alternative to traditional jointed snaffles. Its curved design and wide barrel distribute pressure kindly across the tongue rather than the bars, making it an excellent choice for sensitive horses that struggle with the "nutcracker" action of standard bits.

Item Number/SKU: 89-40025