Pelham bits
The Pelham bit is most often used to gain greater control of the horse. Our online store Balotade also offers such products. Its unique design makes it easy to maintain the desired head position. It has a stronger effect than a regular bit and should only be used by experienced riders.
The principle of operation of Pelham.
If you are thinking about ordering this type of bite, it is very important to know how it works. Using it is not easy. Most often, 2 pairs of reins are used. This makes it possible to apply the aid precisely. Reins are products that our store also offers.
Pelhams have trunks on both sides that act as levers. After attaching 2 pairs of rein, the rider can exert pressure in many different ways. On the other hand, the chain placed under the mouth additionally strengthens the effect of the bit, transferring it across its entire width.
Types of pelhams on offer.
We offer pelhams in various sizes. Thanks to this, they can be easily adapted to horses with different mouth widths. Our pelhams are double broken. Thanks to this, they fit well to the shape of the mouth and act gently.
You can also distinguish them by the material from which they were made. Balotade offers 2 models. You can choose an all stainless steel pelham or an option in the Blue Steel variant. Blue steel bits are made of the so-called blue steel. It has a special effect. During use, it reacts with the horse’s saliva and forms a sweet-tasting rust. This allows horses to take the bit more easily and chew on it more, producing even more saliva.
When choosing a pelham, pay attention to the length of the teapot. If it is too long, the horse may feel too much pressure and react badly to the bit. On the other hand, too short pipes will not have a sufficiently strong effect and the pelham will not fulfill its function. It is also worth paying attention to the chain. It must be properly contoured so as not to cause wounds on the horse’s mouth.
How to ride a Pelham?
As we mentioned at the very beginning, these bits are perfect for experienced riders who have a stable hand. A rider without proper skills may put the horse off the hand and make his future work even more difficult.
Pelham can be used with one or two pairs of reins. If we decide to use one pair, a special connector should be used. On the other hand, when using two pairs, the one below puts pressure on the back of the head. In practice, 2 reins are most often used for mounts that often throw heads.
