Clinton uses a snaffle bit on all his horses for both training and riding. He recommends a snaffle bit when performing the exercises from his training videos. If you have a horse that is light on the bit, choose a smooth snaffle. For a horse that leans on the bit, use a twisted or square mouth snaffle to make leaning uncomfortable. Once the horse responds, go back to the smooth snaffle. Clinton’s snaffle bits are blackened steel with silver trim.
Remember… training your horse is the key to success, not the bits, spurs, or other training aids you use. These items are designed to enhance the cues you give your horse. All of Clinton Anderson Training Bits are made from sweet-iron and are designed to rust. Make sure to keep them oiled!
Smooth Mouth Snaffle
This combination of a D-Ring and O-Ring eliminates problems associated with an O-Ring—the tendency to pinch due to play within the joints. Copper inlay causes the horse to salivate more and tastes sweeter. A well-balanced, comfortable bit good for starting young horses and for use as training advances.
Twisted Mouth or Square Mouth Snaffle
With the same great features as Clinton’s Smooth Mouth Snaffle, these bits are more uncomfortable when a horse leans on the bit. A good choice for a horse that has developed some bad habits, both may be used as an alternative to a Smooth Mouth Snaffle.
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