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The Loose Ring Ported Barrel
The Bombers Loose Ring Ported Barrel (pictured below) allows for immediate release and relief from tongue and bar pressure. The bit is immediately reset to a neutral position in the horse's mouth. The Ported Barrel was created to relieve pressure on the tongue via the the medium port; as a result, this creates space for the tongue. The barrel joint relieves pressure on the bars by spreading it over...
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In a possible industry-first, regional anaesthesia is used diagnostically within horse’s mouth, to potentially help improve performance
A leading British vet that runs an equine dental clinic recently joined forces with mouth moulding specialist Sue Gilliatt, an ambassador for Bomber Bits. The vet performed investigative procedures with an elite horse ridden by one of the world’s leading competitors, that was experiencing discomfort. The equine bars In her work, Sue is finding there’s an increasing awareness among owners of the importance of the bars of the horse’s mouth,...
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Horse bits – all about twisted and corkscrew snaffles, for polo
Twisted snaffles for polo Twisted snaffles generally have square or round twists - the square twist will create more pressure points on the mouthpiece, which will make it stronger than the Round Twist. A bit with a curved mouthpiece will distribute pressure more evenly over the tongue and bars. An interesting hybrid is the Bombers Bits' Barrie Reversible 3-ring (also available in a big ring, PICTURED), a fairly severe bit...
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Happy Tongue T Bar Gag (POLO)
Happy Tongue T Bar Gag (POLO) A horse shaking its head when bit pressure is applied or its tongue trying to escape the bit are classic signs the horse has a sensitive tongue. With this in mind the Happy Tongue was created, it has a medium port creating space for the tongue, relieving pressure, allowing the horse to relax. The Big Ring Gag is stronger than the usual...
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Our MD Stephen Biddlecombe answers a question on ported bits and drop nosebands in Polo Times magazine
Here, Stephen advises a Polo Times mag reader on tack and bitting: Q:Re. ported bits & nosebands... my pony was circling his jaw, however since successfully following some advice in Polo Times about choosing a ported mouthpiece, I am keen to try switching my drop noseband to a cavesson – I feel however that the drop is a good reminder for my pony to keep his mouth closed...
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Should I switch my drop noseband to a cavesson, asks a polo player…
Stephen Biddlecombe answers a question on ported bits and drop nosebands for Polo Times magazine: Q.My pony was circling his jaw, however since successfully following some advice in Polo Times about choosing a ported mouthpiece, I am keen to try switching my drop noseband to a cavesson – I feel however that the drop is a good reminder for my pony to keep his mouth closed and not...
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Coscojero bit or Johan Du Plooy?
World Wide Tack's MD, Stephen Biddlecombe of Equine Management Ltd, offers a Polo Times magazine reader bitting advice: Q. I have been advised to try a Pelham with a roller for my strong mare. She doesn’t lean as such, but is very forward going, and I could do with quicker responses. Would a Coscojero or Johan Du Plooy Pelham work? A. Coscojero Pelhams commonly have a high port...
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BC45 T Bar 3 Ring (POLO)
BC45 T Bar 3 Ring The Bombers Control Plate is set at 45° to follow the contour of the horses tongue. Consequently, a horse that uses his tongue as a means of pushing against the bit and therefore taking control will draw back and tuck his chin in, coming back to a better point of control. The T-Bar was developed by Bomber for Polo, it will have the...
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Stephen Biddlecombe of Equine Management Ltd offers advice on choosing the perfect bit for Polo Times mag
Choosing a polo bit If you are having problems with finding a bit that is suitable for your pony, there are a few steps that you need follow to get the right bit in its mouth. Firstly, you need to make sure that the pony doesn’t have any mouth, back or neck problems, as no bit will truly help, if the discomfort lies in these areas. The most...
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Choosing the perfect polo bit
Choosing the Perfect Polo Bit Stephen Biddlecombe offers advice on choosing the perfect polo bit; you can find the full article in the magazine 'Polo Times', in the April edition, for whom Stephen writes. Click on the product name below for more info. Choosing a polo bit If you are having problems with finding a bit that is suitable for your pony, there are a few steps that...
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