{"id":38144,"date":"2026-02-13T13:10:21","date_gmt":"2026-02-13T12:10:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/balotade.com\/baucher-how-it-works-and-for-what-horse-compendium\/"},"modified":"2026-08-19T18:20:07","modified_gmt":"2026-08-19T16:20:07","slug":"baucher-how-it-works-and-for-what-horse-compendium","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/balotade.com\/en\/baucher-how-it-works-and-for-what-horse-compendium\/","title":{"rendered":"Baucher \u2013 How Does It Work and for What Kind of Horse? (Compendium)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The Baucher bit (also known as the Fillis<\/em> or hanging cheek bit) is one of the most characteristic and at the same time most often misunderstood bits in horse riding. Its unusual build with an “inverted” ring raises many questions: Is it a leverage bit? Is it sharp? Why do some horses change beyond recognition on it?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In this article we break the Baucher down into its basic factors, debunk the myths about its action on the poll and suggest when it is worth reaching for it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Construction: What distinguishes the Baucher bit?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

At first glance the Baucher resembles an ordinary bit, but it has arms extended upwards with a smaller eyelet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n