Last week I received my new "All in one Bridle" made by Crit Taylor, and it's better than I could have imagined. I've used bitless bridles in the past, the "Moss Rock Freedom Bridle" the Parelli hackamore thingy.
But by far this is my favorite. I searched the archives and read all the reviews. The price put me off for awhile but I liked the design. I really like Lindells but Safi didn't need the "bite" of a rope nose band so this was the perfect option for us. The quality of the leather and the workmanship is exquisite. I sent Crit Safi's measurments and he decided he'd fit into this standard Icelandic size. It's a beautiful fit! Safi's been off for almost a month (recouping from a bout of laminitis) and on a strict diet (no grazing). I was worried that I'd have trouble keeping his head up once we started riding again. We've had two short but wonderful rides using it as a sidepull. Rode out in the tall grassy pasture and was amazed at how responsive he is. I'm using the same ques I'd use if he were in a bit. Direct reining, closing my hands and it seems to work. Wanted to add this review to assists other folks searching the archives for alternatives to bits. Another great feature, I can add a bit to it if I like. Has anyone ever used this type of bit hanger? http://www.kaarenjordan.com/BitlessBridle.html I thought I may take the brow band off the bridle and use it to stablize the bit hanger. But for now we're very happy riding bitless and bareback. Janine -n- Safi
