Chifney bit how does it work

Did you know we offer a 5 Day Trial on our saddles? We want to make sure your horse loves your saddle as much as you do! Phone: There are two basic styles — straight and ported. The Chifney, also known as an anti-rearing bit, is an in-hand bit designed for horses that are difficult to lead. Note: Caution!

This is why I wanted to write this article, to help explain some of the mystery surrounding them. The idea is that the bit applies subtle pressure to the bars of the mouth which are made of sensitive cartilage.

The horse is responsive to any movement or pressure on those bars and instinctively moves away from it, which means that they actually move in the direction the rider wants them to go. This additional pressure can either be used to back up that created by the bit or instead of it. Curb or leverage bits on the other hand are slightly different. They still have a mouthpiece but instead of the bit rings, they have cheeks.

These cheeks include the shank which is below the mouthpiece and the purchase which is above it. The shank, on the other hand, is what gives the leverage and again can be short or long with shorter shanks giving the rider less control and the longer shank giving them more control.

The mouthpiece, which is common to both snaffle and curb bits, can vary greatly in the material its made from as well as its physical appearance. A snaffle bit is probably the most popular bit in the world, regardless of discipline.

Designed for horses that are difficult to lead, the Chifney bit has a reputation for being severe if used in the wrong way. We find out when and how they should be used safely. The Chifney, also known as an anti-rearing bit, is an in-hand bit designed for horses that are difficult to lead. Like standard bits, the Chifney comes in a selection of different widths and should fit in much the same way — not so low as to sit on the teeth, or so high that it wrinkles the corners of the mouth.

As such, it can be very severe.