The single-jointed bit consists of two parts joined in the middle. For years it was considered the gentlest, but modern knowledge of anatomy sheds new light on it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- How does it work?<\/strong> During rein action the bit folds into a “V” shape.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- The “nutcracker effect”:<\/strong> This is the biggest threat. With strong hand action, the middle joint can rise high and dig into the horse’s palate, while at the same time squeezing the edges of the lower jaw.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- For whom?<\/strong> For horses with a high palate and a thick tongue, which need a clear signal on the edges of the lower jaw.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Important:<\/strong> At Balotade we use anatomical profiling<\/strong> even in single-jointed bits, which significantly reduces the risk of pressure on the palate.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
2. The double-jointed bit \u2013 comfort and precision<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
It has two joints and a middle element (link). Thanks to this the bit fits the natural shape of the tongue better.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- How does it work?<\/strong> It arranges itself in the mouth into the shape of a gentle arc (the letter “U”).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Pressure distribution:<\/strong> The pressure is distributed evenly over the tongue and the edges of the lower jaw, and the middle link lies flat on the tongue, not touching the palate.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- For whom?<\/strong> For most horses, especially sensitive ones, which do not accept the point pressure of a single-jointed bit.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Advantage:<\/strong> It makes it easier to relax the jaw and encourages chewing.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nA comparison in a nutshell<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Feature<\/td> Single-jointed<\/td> Double-jointed<\/td><\/tr><\/thead> Shape in the mouth<\/strong><\/td> Letter “V”<\/td> Letter “U”<\/td><\/tr> Main point of pressure<\/strong><\/td> Edges of the jaw + palate<\/td> Tongue + edges of the jaw<\/td><\/tr> Action<\/strong><\/td> Direct, can be point pressure<\/td> Diffused, usually gentler<\/td><\/tr> Risk of pain<\/strong><\/td> Possible palate pressure<\/td> Possible excessive tongue pressure<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\n\ud83d\udd25 Find the ideal bit at Balotade<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Whether you choose a single- or double-jointed bit, at Balotade we focus on an anatomical shape<\/strong> that respects the sensitive interior of your horse’s mouth.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n
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- The “nutcracker effect”:<\/strong> This is the biggest threat. With strong hand action, the middle joint can rise high and dig into the horse’s palate, while at the same time squeezing the edges of the lower jaw.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
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