Bits with Rollers – Stimulation, Engagement, and Enhanced Calmness for Horses

Bits with rollers are technologically advanced bits designed to offer horses more than just the standard bit action. Featuring integrated rotating elements (rollers) in the mouthpiece, these bits provide continuous stimulation and engagement for the horse's tongue. This makes them an excellent solution for horses that are restless, excessively tense in the jaw, or tend to "freeze" in contact.

How Do Bits with Rollers Work?

The rollers integrated into the mouthpiece:

• Cannot be held fixed by the teeth or tongue, thus encouraging constant activity and chewing,
• Stimulate the muscles of the mouth and tongue through rotation,
• Encourage saliva production, enhancing comfort and reducing friction when wearing the bit,
• Help relax a tense jaw and reduce the issue of jaw crossing (asymmetric muscle tension).

These bits are ideal not only for restless horses but also for horses that are easily distracted or tend to become overly closed off.

Who Should Use Bits with Rollers?

Due to their more complex action, bits with rollers are primarily recommended for experienced riders who can properly manage their use and interpret the horse’s responses. However, they also prove beneficial in the following situations:

• Training young horses to accept the bit,
• Older horses needing additional stimulation and relaxation,
• Reactive or nervous horses or those prone to clenching their jaws,
• Training aimed at improving flexibility and softness in the horse’s mouth.

Bits with Rollers by Balotade

Balotade offers specialized bits with rollers, including:

• Balotade® Mac-Genis Eggbutt Bit with Roller – anatomical profile, stable in the horse’s mouth, with a central rotating roller,
• Models crafted from durable, high-gloss stainless steel – safe, corrosion-resistant, and easy to clean.

Thanks to their unique design, these bits simultaneously activate and relax the horse, improving contact with the rider's hand and enhancing the horse's overall comfort during training sessions.