Hackamores
the horse has no bit in its mouth. This does not mean that there is no point pressure. The hackamore consists of a noseband, a curb chain and two more or less long branches. Pressure is applied when the reins are pulled, and the noseband presses on the nasal cavities through leverage. The effect of the hackamore depends on the type of noseband: rubber, soft leather or hard leather. This bit makes it possible to avoid touching the horse's mouth when he has a hard mouth, or temporarily when a horse has tooth, gum or bar pain. What's more, this bit allows riders to graze horses without the bit getting in the way. It is, however, difficult to make supporting reins with this type of bit. It's also important to know where to place the hackamore. If the noseband is too low, the horse's breathing may be impeded. This bit is forbidden in dressage.
