The Stübben SteelTEC Easy Control bits are activated by strong, bilateral pressure from the horse, turning them into a bar bit. With normal contact with the reins and as soon as the rider or the horse relaxes, the bit becomes flexible again and can be used like a regular snaffle bit. This allows for precise yet mouth-friendly aids when needed.

Thanks to the effect of the Easy Control bit, horses often learn to hold back on their own as soon as the bar effect kicks in. Therefore, Easy Control bits should be used for training purposes for short periods, with regular checks to see if the desired learning effect has been achieved.

The Baby Pelham Easy Control has a leverage effect on the bars, chin, and poll. When the rider pulls the reins, the upper shank rotates forward, acting on the poll, while the lower shank tilts back, acting on the mouth and chin. The double-jointed mouthpiece distributes pressure evenly over the tongue and bars.

This bit should always be used with caution and is not intended for horses that already show problems in basic training.

Effect:

When the horse applies strong pressure forward on both reins, the bit acts like a bar. As soon as the horse or rider relaxes (on one side), the bit acts like a double-jointed snaffle.

Mouthpiece:

• Made of stainless steel
• Stainless steel is robust, tasteless, and odorless

Which horses are particularly suited for this bit?

• Horses that pull strongly towards jumps 
• Horses that resist by raising their heads 

• Association Approvals: Eventing: FEI, USEF, USEA Jumping: FEI, USEF, USEA These approvals are the best information we have at this time, but correctness standards are ever evolving. Competitors are reminded that they are responsible for the correctness of their tack. If a rider is unsure of the correctness of any tack, it is the rider’s responsibility to confirm their equipment with the steward or technical delegate.