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| Bits
We have access to a very wide range of bits from mini size to Clydesdale. The bits are categorised by specific type rather than brand or style. Eg. various snaffle bits will be listed under their most relevant section such as loose ring, eggbutt or full cheek. Most bit sections include bits manufactured from a wide range of materials: from stainless steel, to copper mouth, sweet iron, Apple Mouth (polyurethane covered), rubber mouth, rubber covered mouths, etc.
Bit Size Chart
| XXD |
Clydesdale |
7.00" |
18.0cm |
| XD |
Draught Horse |
6.50" |
16.5cm |
| WB |
Warmblood |
5.75" |
14.5cm |
| F |
Full Size (or "Horse") |
5.50 |
13.5cm |
| C |
Cob |
5.00" |
12.5cm |
| A |
Arab |
4.75" |
12.0cm |
| P |
Pony |
4.50" |
11.5cm |
| SH |
Shetland |
4.00" |
10.5cm |
| W |
Weanling |
3.50" |
9.0cm |
| MP |
Mini Pony |
3.00" |
7.5cm |
To take these measurements, straighten the bit loosely and measure between the inside edges of cheeks, eggbuts or ring holes.
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| Bit Accessories |
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Valley Country stocks a broad range of bit accessories including FM keepers, gag cheeks, bit burrs and guards, bit clips, martingale stops, rubber rein stops, a tongue tie, rubber cheekers and more.
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| Dee Bits |
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We have stainless steel, Apple Mouth, sweet mouth, straight mouths, jointed mouths, twisted mouths etc. If you are after a Dee bit we should have whatever you need!
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| Driving Bits |
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This section contains bits designed specifically for driving. Also check other sections for bits suitable to harness racing, eg lugging bits.
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| Eggbutt Bits |
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Probably the most popular bits in our catalogue, we have a great range of eggbutts, in every conceivable type and material.
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| Gag Bits |
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This section includes gag bits as well as multi-ring snaffle bits which are often referred to as Dutch gags. For gag cheeks, check under Bit Accessories.
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| Hackamore Bits |
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Hackamores are becoming popular bits, not only in the western arena but also as useful bits in other competition sports such as jumping and eventing.
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| Kimblewick Bits |
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Kimblewick bits provide some curb action and the slotted ring styles allow the rider to adjust the level of leverage used by attaching the reins through the top or bottom slots. Kimblewicks are available in jointed, straight and port mouths.
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| Loose Ring Bits |
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Lots of different loose ring bits, including snaffles, mullen mouths, french mouths, etc. Generally the majority of the bits are in stainless steel, though there are some inexpensive chrome plated bits included. This section also includes sweet irons, copper mouths etc.
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| Multi-Purpose |
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This category currently contains the revoloutionary Mac's Equine Pee-Wee bit. This bit is so different in design it offers a high level of functionality suitable for multiple purposes.
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| Pelham Bits |
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Pelhams are very useful bits as they can be used as an introduction to double reins, or, used with pelham roundings or forked reins, they are a useful curb bit for ponies. Rugby Pelhams are probably less functional but give the appearance of a bit and bradoon. Look under Western bits for Western Pelhams. Look under Bit Accessories for pelham roundings, and under the Reins sub-section under Bridles, for forked reins.
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| Western Bits |
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Valley Country has a very good range of western bits suitable for training, showing, cutting, western pleasure etc, including snaffles and shanks. Also look under loose rings, eggbutts and full cheek for other American bits.
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| Weymouth Bits |
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Weymouth bits are available in fixed and sliding cheek. Some are available separately and others are packaged as bit and bradoon sets.
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