JumpIn Flat reclining cannon Pelham bit leather covered Sam Marsh

This long-shank Pelham bit offers an excellent balance between control, comfort, and refined communication.

Its flat, straight mouthpiece, particularly atypical, is articulated around a 90° axis, allowing it to naturally adapt to the horse’s jaw angle. This unique design creates a wide contact surface, distributing pressure evenly and providing greater ease and relaxation for many horses during work.

The mouthpiece is fully covered in soft leather, ensuring a pleasant feel, promoting salivation, relaxation, and overall better acceptance of the bit. The integrated tongue relief reduces pressure on the palate and supports a more relaxed mouth.

The Pelham bit is a great compromise between a snaffle and a double bridle. It provides varying degrees of leverage, depending on the length of the shanks, the adjustment and material of the curb chain, and the rein setup. It encourages poll flexion while applying measured pressure on the lower jaw, making it a highly effective tool for riders seeking greater control without sacrificing sensitivity.

The long shanks (7 cm) offer a stronger leverage effect, suitable for more advanced horses, powerful frames, or when additional precision and control are needed.

This bit can be used:

– with single reins (direct action, with or without rein converters),
– or with double reins (combined action: direct + leverage).

The curb action can be softened using a leather, nylon, or rubber-covered curb chain, depending on the horse’s sensitivity and the rider’s preference.