The butterfly bit is particularly suitable for show jumping. It increases the rider's control over the horse, especially in tight turns. The double joint and the soft copper center olive make it an ergonomic bit. The multiple possible combinations depending on the choice of rein placement and side, soft or strong, produce very variable effects. Below are the combinations of reins and alliances: 1. Reins on the center ring: the action of the bit resembles that of a Baucher snaffle. The main action is on the horse's mouth, so the pressure on the neck is very light. 2. Reins on the lower ring: the leverage effect is stronger.
The bit is similar to a 3-ring snaffle, but the pressure is distributed evenly over the horse's mouth and neck. 3. A medium impact is achieved by using the links that are attached to the center and bottom rings. 4. In addition, a curb chain can also be used, attached to the top ring. Thanks to the 2-in-1 barrel, the butterfly snaffle has two additional levels of intensity in the horse's mouth by simply turning the bit 180 degrees:
1 bit – 2 distinct actions• Stubben STEELtec 2-in-1 bits feature a barrel with two levels of action intensity. Choose the right level of intensity by turning the bit. • Position the barrel marked with a + on the left side of the mouth to choose the more active side. This allows the rider to have more precise and measured hand actions.• Position the barrel without the sign on the left side to select the soft side. This bit is suitable for the most sensitive horses.• Alternating between these two uses prevents desensitization of the horse's mouth.
Advantages of the soft copper center:• An alloy that helps the horse accept the bit more easily.• Copper releases a pleasant flavor for the horse when it comes into contact with its mouth, encouraging it to chew and salivate, thereby relaxing its jaw.• Soft copper is a compound of: 90% solid copper, 7% iron, and 3% aluminum (nickel-free). Soft copper is a very strong alloy.• Horses like soft copper.
Advantages of a double jointed snaffle:• The double joint provides great comfort for the horse thanks to the olive-shaped center piece and small joints. This allows the bit to sit comfortably in the horse's mouth. • The horse naturally accepts the bit better.• No painful pressure on the palate.• Even distribution of pressure from the rein in the horse's mouth.• No nutcracker effect• Facilitates communication between horse and rider.
Stübben STEELtec quality: • The edges of the holes through which the rings of Stubben STEELtec bits pass are rounded, minimizing the risk of pinching.• Long durability thanks to the choice of high-quality materials.• Attention to detail to provide ergonomic shapes that increase the durability of the bits.