Bit Mechanics Theory

Look at any bit and understand the mechanics, pressure points, and severity.

What is inside?

Pressure Points and ways pressure can be influenced

Understand where bits apply pressure so that you know where you are communicating with your horse, and what factors influence the pressure the horse feels.

Leverage and Pressure Amplification

Understand how leverage forces work in bit mechanics, and how to identify bit-related leverage and pressure amplifications.

Cheekpieces and variations in mechanics

Understand how to identify the action of different cheekpieces, and how they impact communications with the horse.

Mouthpieces and variations in mechanics

Understand how different mouthpieces interact with the mouth, where they apply pressure, and how much.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • The course is entirely self-paced; you will have access for 12 months from the date you purchased the course.

  • 12 months from the date of purchase.

  • If you want to enhance your bit knowledge, improve your horsemanship, and make more informed bit-related decisions for your horse, then this course is for you!

  • The course is designed for horse owners who are making bit-related decisions for their horse and want to make those decisions with more confidence and clarity. It is an introductory course that will demystify bit mechanics.

  • Bit Mechanics Online is a library of videos that demonstrate how various bits function. The Bit Mechanics Theory course teaches you why they work the way they work by breaking down the categories of different cheekpieces and mouthpieces, and explaining concepts such as leverage and pressure points.

    The library and the course complement each other.