Well-fitting tack has an immediate, enormous impact not only on the horse’s comfort and performance but has long term effects on performance and soundness, too. The bit and bridle interact with some of the most sensitive and delicate structures of the horse and are one of the main lines of communication between horse and rider.
What Kailyn Pupa tackles in this HorseGrooms Insiders resource
- Anatomy and Biomechanics: Why Bit and Bridle Fit is So Important
- Bit Basics
- Materials and Metals
- Is a thicker bit kinder?
- How many wrinkles should I see when adjusting the bit?
- Choosing the right size
- Adjusting double bridles
- A different bit for different purposes
- Quick tips: bridle fitting checks
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After earning my graduate degree in equine physiotherapy at Writtle University in the U.K., I founded Bullseye Equine with the goal of helping sport horses and their riders succeed through my expertise as an equine biomechanics specialist and independent bit and bridle fitter. I am “retired” from grooming and managing after several years of international travel at the five-star level and am now based in Wellington, Florida, and Central New Jersey. Specializing in hunter/jumper and dressage disciplines, I am passionate about perfecting everything from the big picture down to the smallest details that affect a horse’s competitive performance, immediate comfort, and long-term soundness. Forever in the pursuit of expanding my knowledge, I am currently conducting independent research in equine biomechanics to earn my master’s degree.
