The Freedom II Bitless with Crystal browband expands the Freedom II range with a particularly horse-friendly bitless bridle. The anatomically optimized design respects the sensitive structures of the horse’s head and ensures high wearing comfort as well as natural freedom of movement. The gently acting sidepull noseband allows clear and direct communication.
Highlights
Anatomical Design & Comfort
The Freedom II bridle was developed to optimally respect the sensitive structures of the horse’s head. Neither the browband nor the headpiece runs across the horse’s 16 ear muscles, protecting nerves and blood vessels. This allows the horse’s ears to move freely.
The special positioning of the headpiece and throatlash also leaves sensitive areas of the neck and poll untouched, reducing pressure points and minimizing potential stress factors.
Unrestricted Field of Vision
With many conventional bridles, cheekpieces can restrict the horse’s rear field of vision. The Freedom II cheekpiece design avoids the sensitive area around the eye and allows the horse to maintain a wide field of vision.
Bitless Sidepull Bridle
The Freedom II Bitless is designed as a sidepull. Rein aids act directly and precisely through lateral pressure on the noseband. This form of bitless bridle is considered particularly easy for horses to understand and allows clear communication between horse and rider.
The bridle is suitable for example for:
Hacking and trail riding
Groundwork
Horses during tooth changes
Horses that have had negative experiences with bits
Instructions for Use
If a horse is ridden bitless for the first time, it is recommended to begin in an enclosed arena or riding hall to become familiar with the system.
The headpiece should lie comfortably behind the ears. A sidepull noseband needs to be fastened slightly more firmly than a standard bridle, as rein aids are applied through the noseband.
Technical Details
The bridle should sit comfortably behind the ears and not restrict the horse’s movement. Ensure that the bridle is neither too loose nor too tight. The noseband should sit approximately two fingers’ width below the cheekbone, allowing enough space for comfort and unrestricted breathing. The bit and cheekpieces should be adjusted so that a few small wrinkles appear at the corners of the horse’s mouth, indicating that the bit sits correctly without causing pressure or discomfort.
Reins and bit are not included.
After each use, wipe down all leather parts that are exposed to sweat and residue. Clean the bridle regularly with Stübben leather care products to maintain the quality of the leather. Store the bridle in a dry place away from direct sunlight to preserve both leather and metal fittings. Regular inspection of all buckles and stitching is recommended.
