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Top tack tips for eventing riders: Choosing the right bridle for every phase

Dressage, cross-country and showjumping each ask something different of your tack. Here's how to choose the right bridle setup for every phase.

Most confused noseband terms explained: hanoverian vs drop vs cavesson

Hanoverian, drop or cavesson? We explain the difference between three of the most commonly confused noseband styles, and how each one should fit.

Understanding nosebands: A guide to the most common noseband styles

A guide to the most common noseband styles, what each one is designed to do, and how to choose and fit the right one for your horse.

The freedom of customisable bridles: style, fit, and function your way

Comfort and style should go hand in hand. Our customisable bridles let you choose a setup that fits your horse and your look, for the show ring or at home.

Riding free: The rise of bitless bridles and neck ropes

Bitless bridles and neck ropes are no longer niche. Here's why more riders are choosing them, how they work and what to consider before you switch.

Understanding Leather Bloom: What It Is and How to Care for Your Leather Bridles

That white film on your new leather bridle is often leather bloom. Here's what causes it and how to care for your leather when it appears.

SELECTING THE PERFECT BIT & BRIDLE

A well-fitting bridle needs the right bit, and vice versa. With Bit Bank Australia, we look at how to choose a combination that suits your horse.

WHAT BRIDLE SHOULD I CHOOSE?

Bridle shopping can feel overwhelming. We compare cavesson, Hanoverian, anatomic, drop, grackle and double bridles to help you choose the right one.

DIFFERENT TYPES OF REINS & WHY?

Padded leather or rubber grip? We compare two of the most popular rein styles and the benefits of each, to help you choose.

HOW TO: NOSEBAND GUIDE

Cavesson, Hanoverian, grackle or anatomic? A guide to what each noseband does, how it should fit and how to choose the right one for your horse.