Kimberwick??
When would it be apropriate to use a Kimberwick bit? I just started Jumping my TB and he's gets quite strong over the fence and after landing. Right know he's in a loose ring snaffle.
NO, hold the loose ring. Retrain. Type it in on here or www.google.com or try www.ponymag.com - they have loads of this type of thing.
The Kimberwicke can't be used without the curb chain. It is a leverage bit and requires the manacle in oder to function. Even if the reins are attached to the ring, and not to the slots, it is still not competent to be used as a snaffle. the Dee is not centered next to the bit mouthpiece, but rather is extended below it and functions as a shank. In order to operate as a snaffle, and not require the curb chain, the Dee would have to be centered with the mouthpiece. You can't use a curb bit short the curb chain, and the Kimberwicke is a curb bit.
I agree with others who suggest you work on your riding skills, and his training, to return with him under control.
Answers: I remember I went to a kimberwick from a snaffle because my horse was too strong at the canter, that be a big mistake. She would go way behind the bit and moved rotten her front end rather than her hindend. I would recommend staying with the snaffle, perchance even try something like this
http://www.sstack.com/shopping/product/d...
But if you do have your heart set on a kimberwick, opt for one near no port. Going from a snaffle straight to a kimberwick with a port is a huge step.
I would definitely keep the snaffle, try using a running martingale. whether he is still strong, try stopping him in front and on the other side of the fence. this makes them ask you whether they are going or not. placing poles a couple steps in front of the fence is also helpful .
Anytime the bitting setup you are using is not working anymore you should try something different - including training because it is not always the bit. The problem could a short time ago be the horse or rider need more training.. The Kimberwicke is not necessarily a harsher bit.it just works differently than a loose ring snaffle. It employs a curb cuff to place some leverage under the jaw. It also applies poll pressure. A Slotted Kimberwicke also gives you two option for rein placement.
I prefer Reinsman bits: They offer lifetime guarantee, they use sweet iron mouth pieces and I know they make very dignified quality products. I own several Reinsman bits already.
http://store.reinsman.com/products/engli...
