At this point the horse is not ready to be able to work with total tongue relief and the ISM feature becomes vital as training steadily gets more difficult and the need for clear, precise signals is essential.Ī horse that has completed basic training, demonstrates a good disposition along with good self control is an ideal candidate for a Level 2 - 3 bit. Level 2 Myler bits offer the horse reward for following simple commands during basic training and rather than applying a concentrated tongue pressure, they utilize tongue pressure that is more spread out. Most of the bits in the Level 2 range have the Independent Side Movement feature.The design of these bits features a curved shape that provides extra space for the tongue and reduces the pressure exerted on the lips and bars.When the reins are held in a relaxed position, the mouthpiece collapses into a U shape, ensuring the lips and bars of the horse are not pinched.The bit rotates onto the tongue to apply tongue pressure.
A small port and/or a greater degree of flexibility in the mouthpiece to provide extra tongue relief.Some of the main features of Level 2 Myler bits include: They are most commonly used with younger horses that have completed basic training, but equally they are suitable for an older horse that is being retrained after a lengthy period of inactivity or is being trained for a new discipline. The Myler bits found in the Level 2 range are suitable for horses in several categories. The Level 1 bit range is designed to allow the rider to apply concentrated tongue pressure (depending on the exact bit selected, a certain amount of bar, curb or poll pressure may also be applied) to provide the horse with clear instructions, and then quickly release that pressure to reward the horse if they do as instructed. The majority of Level 1 bits possess Myler's Independent Side Movement technology.A curved design ensures neither the lips nor the bars are subjected to excess pressure or pinching.When released, the bit collapses into a U shape as opposed to a V shape, which protects the horse against pinching.The bit rotates onto the tongue when the rider wants to apply tongue pressure.A few of the main features of Level 1 Myler Bits include: The rider will likely be aiming to teach balance and a few basic commands (simple turns, walk to halt etc), with the horse having few to no real skills and understanding at this point. The level 1 Myler bits are ideally suited to young horses that are just beginning their training and still have a challenging disposition.
As your horse progresses and advances through the Myler bitting system (there are 4 different levels in total), it is rewarded with a greater amount of tongue relief.
The Myler bitting system differs to many others in that it utilizes a graduated system whereby your horse is bitted based on its disposition and level of experience.