The Baby Pelham provides leverage on the bars, chin, and poll. When the rider tightens the reins, the upper branch moves forward, affecting the poll, while the lower branch tilts backward, applying pressure on the mouth and chin.
The double-jointed mouthpiece distributes pressure evenly across the tongue and bars.
A Pelham should always be used with caution and is not intended for horses that already show issues with basic training.
Effect:
- Leverage effect on the bars, chin, and poll
- Even pressure distribution across the tongue and bars
Mouthpiece:
- Made of stainless steel
- Stainless steel is robust, tasteless, and odorless
Which horses are particularly suited for this bit?
- Horses that pull strongly to the jump
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Horses that tend to elevate their head
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.
