The Pelham is a cheekpiece with combined leverage on the poll, just behindthe ears, and the chin. It can be used with one or two reins, but if you chooseto ride with one rein, this must be done with a connection between the big andthe lower loose ring. The strap used for this is called a Pelham strap. Thegreater the leverage effect, the bigger the impact. This bit comes with a curbchain, which should be well-fitted.

The leather bits are a remarkable appearance in the TRUST collection. The leather is stitched manually around the reinforced nylon core and is tanned without chemicals. Also, the round construction is unique. Saliva makes the leather mouthpiece soften, after which it forms to the horses mouth. The flexible effect in combination with the taste of the leather makes the bit extremely suitable for horses with sensitive mouths.

Note: Make sure that the stitching always faces the outside of the mouth, when the bit is used. Unlike metal mouthpieces, leather mouthpieces are softer. This is what most horses like about these mouthpieces. When the mouthpiece is properly placed on the layers, damage to the mouthpiece is quite unlikely, but not impossible due to sharp edges on the teeth for example.

Maintenance: You keep it supple by applying butter to it regularly.