{"product_id":"velari-eggbutt-double-jointed-sweet-iron","title":"Velari Eggbutt Double Jointed Sweet Iron","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e·\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003edouble-jointed\nmouthpiece for even pressure\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e·\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003esweet\niron promotes natural salivation and relaxation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e·\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eeggbut\nrings offer stability, quiet movement, and consistent rein aids\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDescription\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis\nbit rests smoothly in the horse’s mouth, offering a steady, attentive feel from\nthe first contact. Its double-jointed design provides balanced, even pressure\nand a soft line of communication between rider and horse, while the eggbut\ncheeks keep the bit quiet and consistent in the mouth. This encourages reliable\nacceptance of the bit and a stable connection without unnecessary movement or\ncomplexity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade\nfrom sweet iron, the mouthpiece naturally oxidizes during use, which stimulates\nsalivation and encourages the horse to stay soft and accepting in the mouth.\nThis contributes to a more supple contact and a calmer, more confident way of\ngoing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe\ndouble-jointed mouthpiece distributes pressure evenly across the tongue and\nbars, preventing the nutcracker effect and offering a smooth, stable feel.\nHorses that benefit from balanced pressure and a bit that follows the shape of\nthe mouth often respond particularly well to this design. It is also a great\noption for horses with a lower palate, as the double-jointed construction\nreduces upward movement toward the roof of the mouth, providing extra comfort.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith\neggbut rings, the mouthpiece remains more stable in the horse’s mouth,\npreventing excessive lateral movement and reducing the risk of pinching at the\ncorners of the mouth. This steadiness supports horses who appreciate a quieter\nbit, helping them stay confident in the contact. The fixed rings provide\nconsistent, reliable rein aids and contribute to a soft but secure connection\nthroughout the ride.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIdeal For\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e-\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehorses that appreciate a soft, stable mouthpiece\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e-\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehorses with a lower palate who tend to be sensitive to\nthe nutcracker effect of single-jointed bits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e-\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eriders who seek precision\nand a consistent, quiet connection without tension\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTechnical\nDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e·\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eType: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEggbut\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e·\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMouthpiece: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDouble jointed \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e·\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThickness options: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003e14 mm \/ 16 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e·\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSweet Iron\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (nickel free)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare \u0026amp; Use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAfter each ride, rinse the bit\nwith warm water and dry with a soft cloth. Over time, the sweet iron will\ndevelop a light patina — a natural oxidation process that enhances taste and\nacceptance. Store in a dry place and check regularly for smooth, even wear.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMake sure the bit is positioned\ncorrectly: the star must be on the left side and the Velari logo on the right.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDisclaimer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nEvery horse and rider is unique. The information provided is meant as a general\nguide — not a definitive answer. Always consider your horse’s specific needs\nand your own experience when choosing the right bit. \u003ci\u003eGuide with grace,\nalways.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Velari","offers":[{"title":"11.5CM \/ EGGBUT \/ 14MM","offer_id":53668065542487,"sku":"22007-03-11.5","price":74.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"13.5CM \/ EGGBUT \/ 14MM","offer_id":53668065575255,"sku":"22007-03-13.5","price":74.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"12.5CM \/ EGGBUT \/ 16MM","offer_id":53668065608023,"sku":"22008-03-12.5","price":74.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"13.5CM \/ EGGBUT \/ 16MM","offer_id":53668065640791,"sku":"22008-03-13.5","price":74.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"12.5CM \/ EGGBUT \/ 14MM","offer_id":53668065673559,"sku":"22007-03-12.5","price":74.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"11.5CM \/ EGGBUT \/ 16MM","offer_id":53668065706327,"sku":"22008-03-11.5","price":74.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"14.5CM \/ EGGBUT \/ 14MM","offer_id":53668065739095,"sku":"22007-03-14.5","price":74.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"14.5CM \/ EGGBUT \/ 16MM","offer_id":53668065771863,"sku":"22008-03-14.5","price":74.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0026\/6511\/9803\/files\/691de2a767856-7b22627ff807dd2c07d06f59cead9b762fb552ce_22007_03_001.png?v=1780124672","url":"https:\/\/boomerang.ie\/products\/velari-eggbutt-double-jointed-sweet-iron","provider":"Boomerang Equestrian","version":"1.0","type":"link"}