BlueShape Hunter D-Ring Snaffle
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Our BlueShape Hunter D-Ring features a gentle multi-link design crafted from sweet iron, combining the responsiveness of a Waterford with smoother, more comfortable articulation. The individually polished and rounded links have been carefully designed to create a mouthpiece that's effective without being harsh.
The multi-link design helps prevent leaning and fixing against the contact, while maintaining a more refined feel compared to traditional Waterford bits. Each link has been thoughtfully shaped and smoothed to distribute pressure more evenly across the tongue and bars, avoiding sharp pressure points that can cause resistance.
Sweet iron naturally oxidizes when in contact with saliva, creating a warm, sweet taste that many horses prefer. This encourages acceptance and helps promote a soft, consistent contact. The D-ring cheeks provide clear directional guidance through subtle contact with the sides of the face, making this an excellent choice for horses that tend to lean or brace against more conventional bits.
We recommend this bit for:
- Horses that lean or brace against traditional snaffles
- Riders seeking an effective but gentler alternative to classic Waterford bits
- Horses that respond well to sweet iron
- Show jumping and cross-country where enhanced control is valued
The BlueShape's innovative design offers an intelligent solution for challenging contact issues while prioritizing the horse's comfort.
Mouthpiece thickness: 12mm
Please note that sweet iron bits oxidise naturally and the blue parts will over time develop a thin layer of rust and turn brown/grey. This is by design as the "rust" is what creates the taste so many horses love.
Is this bit right for my horse?
Riders often choose this bit for:
- Horses that lean on the bit: the multi-link Waterford design gives nothing solid to brace against
- Strong horses
Worth knowing:
- Multi-link designs compress the tongue, so avoid them for tongue-sensitive horses
- This bit will rust, and it needs to: the surface patina is what creates the warm, sweet taste. Do not submerge it in water or expose it to excessively humid or moist environments, and always wipe it dry after use to ensure longevity and function
The D-ring gives the stability of a fixed ring with a wide, steady contact area.
Every horse is an individual. If you are not sure, take our two minute quiz or write to hello@agadors.com and we will help you decide.
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BlueShape Mouthpiece
D-Ring Cheekpiece
Sweet Iron
This bit is not approved for dressage competition. Showing dressage? Browse our dressage legal bits.
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