How does the Dutch gag bit work on a horse?
“The action of this bit is to have some uplift in the mouth and a varying degree of leverage depending on the rein setting used. “A curb strap is sometimes added which creates curb pressure and further tongue pressure, as the bit is kept stiller in the mouth.
How many rings are in a Dutch gag?
A Dutch gag typically consists of four rings: the top one where the cheek pieces attach and then three lower rings offering a variety of rein settings. There are also versions available with just two lower rings that some riders feel look neater.
Which is the best gag for horse racing?
The most common is the Balding Gag, which is a loose ring variety. The Cheltenham Gag features an eggbutt ring, for a quicker action with more leverage, and the Nelson Gag which has a Full Cheek is very popular with eventers to help with twists and turns on the course.
What’s the difference between a gag and a bit?
A gag is a leverage bit which applies pressure to the poll. You can simply choose the leverage by the different rings on the bit. Some gags have two rings and some three. The lower down the ring you choose, the more leverage you get and therefore greater pressure.
When to use a Dutch gag on a horse?
Many people use them for fast work/ jumping where a bit more stopping power is needed. you can also fit a strap (similar to a curb) on the back of these to limit the rotation of the bit and make it a bit milder. the dutch gag generally acts to lower the horses head as it produces poll pressure. xx
Is the Dutch gag bit a head raising action?
a dutch gag bit is a very common option for a strong horse as it has a leverage action which exerts pressure on the horses poll forcing him to drop his head and listen (usually (!!) ) In the write up shop4bits says gags have a head raising action?! My pony’s ridden in a Jeffries threee ring with revolver. I don’t find it lowers his head at all.
A gag is a leverage bit which applies pressure to the poll. You can simply choose the leverage by the different rings on the bit. Some gags have two rings and some three. The lower down the ring you choose, the more leverage you get and therefore greater pressure.
The most common is the Balding Gag, which is a loose ring variety. The Cheltenham Gag features an eggbutt ring, for a quicker action with more leverage, and the Nelson Gag which has a Full Cheek is very popular with eventers to help with twists and turns on the course.
