{"product_id":"velari-snaffle-loose-ring-single-jointed-sweet-iron-1","title":"Velari Snaffle Loose Ring 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\u003eloose\nrings allow increased mobility 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, encouraging steady acceptance of the bit\nand 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\nloose rings, the mouthpiece is allowed to move freely, promoting light chewing\nactivity and helping the horse stay flexible and attentive in the hand. This\nincreased mobility supports precise rein aids and keeps the connection soft and\nresponsive 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\u003ehorses\nwith a higher palate who prefer a bit with a clear point of action\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e-\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eriders\nwho seek precision and a straightforward 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\u003eSnaffle\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":53304913985879,"sku":"22001-03-11.5","price":59.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"12.5CM \/ 14MM","offer_id":53304914018647,"sku":"22001-03-12.5","price":59.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"13.5CM \/ 14MM","offer_id":53304914051415,"sku":"22001-03-13.5","price":59.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"13.5CM \/ 16MM","offer_id":53304914084183,"sku":"22002-03-13.5","price":59.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"12.5CM \/ 16MM","offer_id":53304914116951,"sku":"22002-03-12.5","price":59.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"11.5CM \/ 16MM","offer_id":53304914149719,"sku":"22002-03-11.5","price":59.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"14.5CM \/ 16MM","offer_id":53304914182487,"sku":"22002-03-14.5","price":59.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"14.5CM \/ 14MM","offer_id":53304914215255,"sku":"22001-03-14.5","price":59.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0026\/6511\/9803\/files\/691de286eb28d-8afe0c86de5c2a0e7e3f11f05ab6d2f1aeeb9237_22001_03_001_5c48474e-e280-428c-823f-6b7350ba3aef.png?v=1776166484","url":"https:\/\/boomerang.ie\/products\/velari-snaffle-loose-ring-single-jointed-sweet-iron-1","provider":"Boomerang Equestrian","version":"1.0","type":"link"}