{"product_id":"velari-full-cheek-bit-single-jointed-sweet-iron","title":"Velari Full Cheek Bit Single 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\u003esingle-jointed\nmouthpiece for clear, direct 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 single-jointed design provides a clear line of\ncommunication between rider and horse, while the full cheeks offer supported\nlateral guidance and help keep the bit steady in the mouth — an advantage for\nyounger or less experienced horses. This encourages reliable acceptance of the\nbit and a consistent connection without excess 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\nsingle-jointed mouthpiece creates a more direct, straightforward connection,\ntransmitting rein aids with clarity. When the reins are taken, the joint forms\na V-shape that distributes pressure over the tongue and bars. This design can\nsuit horses with a higher palate, as the single joint sits neatly in the center\nof the mouth without creating excessive upward pressure toward the roof. Many\nhorses appreciate the clear, uncomplicated feel of a single-jointed bit,\nespecially those who prefer a bit with a more defined point of action and\nsteady contact.\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\nthat appreciate a simple, direct 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\u003eriders\nwho seek precision and a steady, confident 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\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\u003eSingle 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":53668067967319,"sku":"22009-03-11.5","price":79.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"12.5CM \/ 16MM","offer_id":53668068000087,"sku":"22010-03-12.5","price":79.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"13.5CM \/ 14MM","offer_id":53668068032855,"sku":"22009-03-13.5","price":79.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"12.5CM \/ 14MM","offer_id":53668068065623,"sku":"22009-03-12.5","price":79.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"11.5CM \/ 16MM","offer_id":53668068098391,"sku":"22010-03-11.5","price":79.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"13.5CM \/ 16MM","offer_id":53668068131159,"sku":"22010-03-13.5","price":79.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"14.5CM \/ 14MM","offer_id":53668068163927,"sku":"22009-03-14.5","price":79.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"14.5CM \/ 16MM","offer_id":53668068196695,"sku":"22010-03-14.5","price":79.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0026\/6511\/9803\/files\/691de2ac67f11-4b140b1185e7117e81686a55591a31a7f1647f2c_22009_03_001.png?v=1780124775","url":"https:\/\/boomerang.ie\/products\/velari-full-cheek-bit-single-jointed-sweet-iron","provider":"Boomerang Equestrian","version":"1.0","type":"link"}