Loose Ring Snaffle

The loose ring snaffle is the bit most riders reach for first, and our range pulls together Bombers Bits, Trust Equestrian’s Inno Sense line and Velari in single and double jointed steel, sweet iron and copper. The mouthpiece slides freely through the rings, so there’s a little movement over the tongue. Plenty of horses prefer that to a bit that sits rigid in the mouth.

That bit of play does a job. Young or green horses often settle in a loose ring because they can feel exactly where the contact is coming from, and a horse that leans on a fixed cheek will usually soften once the ring can move. The one thing to watch is the corners of the lips, since a loose ring can nip there on a sensitive horse. A pair of rubber bit guards from the bit accessories section sorts that in seconds.

If you want more stability than a loose ring gives, it’s worth comparing the eggbutt and full cheek options, both of which stay put and help with steering. Browse the full horse bits range, and once the bit’s right, the bridles take care of the rest.