For the price of one bit, demystify how bits work, where they apply pressure, their severity, and save your money on trial and error!

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What is Bit Mechanics Online?

Bit Mechanics Online is an online library featuring over 100 different bits with simple, easy-to-understand video demonstrations to explain the mechanics, pressure points, and severity so you can make more informed bitting decisions for your horse.

Why join Bit Mechanics Online?

Whether you are looking to find a specific bit to help with a particular need your horse has, or if you generally want to increase your bit-related knowledge for your horsemanship, Bit Mechanics Online can help you create clarity around bits for many years (and horses!) to come.

We have no affiliations with any brand, nor do we apply our own opinions to any bit. We show you the mechanics and explain the pressure points, pressure distribution, and severity. Different bits are helpful for different horses/riders at different times - we give you the skills required to help understand what bits do so you spend less time worrying over bits, and more time riding!

Close-up of a person attaching a metal bit to a horse's mouth using a hand.

A variety of media types and visuals to help bring the mechanics to life

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“This is an excellent representation of the effect different bits have on the mouth tissue.” 

“Thank you for explaining it so clearly!” 

Take a peek inside Bit Mechanics Online:

Screenshot of a website titled "The Bit Library," showcasing various metal hardware pieces including bit, buckle, and clasp hardware, categorized into sections like "Overview" and "Cheekpieces," with buttons labeled "View."
A webpage displaying different types of horse bit checkpieces, including American Gag, Bevel, Butterfly, Cartwheel, Cheltenham Gag, and Curb Gag, with images of each type.
A webpage displaying various horse mouthpieces, including an Acavallo Sensitive Bit, Barrel Mouthpieces, Bombers Double Jointed Mouthpieces, Bombers Single Jointed Mouthpieces, and Captain Sandy. There are tabs at the top for different types of mouth
Collection of horse tack and hacks, including Cross Under, English Hackamore, Flower Hackamore, German Hackamore, Sidepull, and Wheel Hackamore.
Infographic explaining the three ring Dutch gag bit with diagrams, a video demonstrating its use on a horse, and step-by-step visual instructions on attaching the rings to a horse's bridle.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • 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.

  • Snaffle Bits, Curb Bits, Gag Bits, Driving Bits, Western Bits, Racing Bits, all types of bits! If you want one included that isn’t already in there, then you can request any bit to be featured.

  • We have no affiliations with any brand, nor do we apply our own opinions to any bit. We show you the mechanics and explain the pressure points, pressure distribution, and severity. Different bits are helpful for different horses/riders at different times - we give you the skills required to help understand what bits do so you can make more informed decisions for your horse.

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Latest Bit Library Uploads

  • Close-up of three copper-colored wire spirals connected by gold-colored links on a white background.

    Copper Wire Wrapped

  • Three identical blue flexible chains with metal connectors, labeled 'FAGER' and '12.5CM' at the ends, arranged horizontally on a plain background.

    Fager Walter / Smooth Waterford

  • Three pairs of metal horse bits arranged vertically on a white background.

    Sprenger Turnado Single Joint

  • Three metal horse bits arranged vertically on a light background.

    Sprenger Novocontact Single Joint

  • Three sets of horse bits with metal rings and mouthpieces on a plain background.

    Sprenger Pronamic Single Joint

Who is Bit Mechanics Online for?

  • Horse Owners, Riders, Trainers, & Coaches

  • Equine Massage Therapist

  • Equine Physiotherapists

  • Bit Fitters, Bridle Fitters, or Saddle Fitters

  • Equine Dentists or Dental Students

  • Riding School Instructors or Students

  • Biomechanics Enthusiasts

  • Anyone who wants to make the most informed decisions for their horse

What others have said about Bit Mechanics Online

"I'm really bad at understanding bits and this finally made it click thank you!!"

“You have actually taught me so much! Thank you for your easy to follow and helpful visual and words!”

"So informative on how it works to understand when it would or wouldn't be a good idea to use"

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