{"product_id":"velari-full-cheek-bit-double-jointed-sweet-iron","title":"Velari Full Cheek Bit 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\u003efull\ncheeks offer steady guidance and clear, precise 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 straightforward, attentive\nfeel from the first contact. Its double-jointed design provides balanced, even\npressure and a soft line of communication between rider and horse, while the\nfull cheeks offer supported lateral guidance and help keep the bit steady in\nthe mouth — an advantage for younger or less experienced horses. This\nencourages reliable acceptance of the bit and a consistent connection without\nexcess complexity.\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 full cheeks, the bit offers supported lateral\nguidance, helping the horse understand the rider’s aids with clarity and\ncalmness. This makes it a great choice for younger or inexperienced horses, as\nthe fixed cheeks provide gentle, reliable direction. The fixed cheeks keep the\nmouthpiece steady, encouraging soft chewing and a confident acceptance of the\ncontact. This stability promotes precise rein aids and maintains a smooth,\nconsistent connection throughout 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\u003eyounger\nor less experienced horses who benefit from extra lateral guidance\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\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\u003eFull Cheek\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. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGuide with grace, always.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Velari","offers":[{"title":"11.5CM \/ 14MM","offer_id":53668067311959,"sku":"22011-03-11.5","price":84.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"12.5CM \/ 14MM","offer_id":53668067344727,"sku":"22011-03-12.5","price":84.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"13.5CM \/ 16MM","offer_id":53668067377495,"sku":"22012-03-13.5","price":89.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"14.5CM \/ 16MM","offer_id":53668067410263,"sku":"22012-03-14.5","price":89.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"13.5CM \/ 14MM","offer_id":53668067443031,"sku":"22011-03-13.5","price":84.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"11.5CM \/ 16MM","offer_id":53668067475799,"sku":"22012-03-11.5","price":89.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"12.5CM \/ 16MM","offer_id":53668067508567,"sku":"22012-03-12.5","price":89.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"14.5CM \/ 14MM","offer_id":53668067541335,"sku":"22011-03-14.5","price":84.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0026\/6511\/9803\/files\/691de2afcd182-cb3bfc512be7c17e41481db5d65cda4d3d7e2dad_22011_03_001.png?v=1780124746","url":"https:\/\/boomerang.ie\/products\/velari-full-cheek-bit-double-jointed-sweet-iron","provider":"Boomerang Equestrian","version":"1.0","type":"link"}