We talk a lot about horse bits in terms of brand and design, but far less about whether the bit is actually working for the horse in front of us. Many contact issues I see during a horse bit fitting appointment are not about strength, but about comfort and clarity. Here are five common signs […]
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Bits For Young Horses Starting young horses is something I see rushed far too often, particularly as spring arrives and people are keen to get going. Choosing the right bit for a young horse from the very beginning can have a significant impact on their understanding, confidence, and long term way of going. It can
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It was so lovely to be back at Graceful Gaits Equestrian on Sunday. The sun was out, the autumn colours were beautiful, and it was a great day to be with horses and riders who genuinely want to learn and improve. I love seeing the changes riders make when they understand why something is happening,
We’re thrilled to announce that Equine Bitting Solutions, a professional horse bit fitting and rider education service based in Kent, will be a sponsor at Dressage at Hickstead 2026, held at the world-famous All England Jumping Course in Sussex. International dressage is returning to this iconic venue under the organisation of international rider Daniel Watson
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Don’t forget to book your follow up bitting appointment. Follow Up Visit Our follow up visits are to make sure you are making progress and your horse is happy after your initial bit fitting. We give you ongoing help, tips and training to help you and your horse to develop further. These sessions work really
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As the New Year begins, many riders will have new goals set for 2025.If you’re starting your dressage journey, you may find it a minefield with tack rules and permitted bits, so we are here to help you. We cover Kent and the surrounding counties for bit fitting, and we bring the Permitted Tack Guide
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A poorly fitted bridle can absolutely affect your horse’s way of going, and in ways that are easy to mistake for a bitting problem or a training issue. Pressure from a tight browband, a badly positioned headpiece or a bridle that pinches around the poll can cause tension in the jaw, stiffness through the neck,
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How often do you check your tack before you ride? Hopefully every time! In the real world we have all tacked up in a rush and had a second thought about inspecting, however, try to make time for a check at least once a week. It’s so important to check your equipment over before and
Signs Your Horse Is Happy With Their Bit Knowing the signs your horse is happy with their bit plays a huge role in effective riding and communication. A comfortable, confident horse will show fluid, relaxed contact and responsiveness — not tension, resistance, or confusion. In this guide, we explain what comfort really looks like, how
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Well, if your horse could talk, I’m sure they would say it’s the utmost priority to get it right. Before I became a qualified professional bit fitter, I too was unaware of the many points to consider when choosing a bit, and would make my selection based solely on function of the bit, without any
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