>>>> There are broken-mouth Pelhams, which I wouldn't use, but that would >>>> probably be the closest thing to an Icelandic bit in the "English" >>>> world.<<<
How long are the shanks on the Pelhams? > Many of the bits from "old" gaited horse cultures (Peruvians, Pasos, > various African gaited ponies etc) use bits similar to the Icelandic > bit. Do any gaited breeds currently use a long shank with a broken mouthpiece? If so, what would the reason be? What are the mechanics of the icelandic bit? Judy http://icehorses.net http://clickryder.com
