Myler English Dee w/Hooks Forward Tilt Ported Barrel Bit MB 36

This bit features English Dee cheeks with hooks and a Myler MB 36 mullen forward tilt ported mouth. This is a Myler level 2-3 bit. It is NOT dressage legal.

The MB 36 is a Myler alternative to the traditional mullen, but it has a wide low port that allows the tongue to pass under it comfortably. The port is 1" high and tilted forward at a 45 angle, allowing just enough room for the horses tongue to elevate slightly and swallow, but not high enough for palate pressure. When the reins are engaged, the MB 36 applies pressure primarily to the bars and lip but also applies tongue pressure because of the forward tilt.

This mouthpiece is a step up in tongue relief from Level 2, but because the port is low, it does not offer as much tongue relief as other Level 2-3 mouthpieces with slightly higher ports because the tongue is still somewhat restricted. The MB 36 mouthpiece is similar to the MB 06, except that it is 1/4" higher and the port is tilted forward. Attaching the headstall to the top hook holds the bit in the correct position instead of allowing it to slide around the bridle cheek pieces. Attaching the reins to the rein hooks allows the rider to lift the cheek and use the Independent Side Movement of the mouthpiece. Using the hooks does not add leverage but allows the rider to transition from a direct rein action to indirect action without changing the bit. Adding a curb strap (using a Myler curb strap kit) incorporates curb pressure. Curb pressure is recommended for ported mouthpieces.

Features:

• Dee ring
• Hooks
• Stainless steel with copper inlay
• Forward tilt ported barrel
• 3 3/4" dee on 5" mouthpiece, and 3" dee on 4 1/4" and 4 1/2" mouthpieces

WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals which are known to the State of California to cause cancer or reproductive harm.
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