{"title":"GS Equestrian Bits","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"gs-equestrian-loose-ring-french-link-snaffle-bit","title":"GS Equestrian Loose Ring French Link Snaffle Bit","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe GS Equestrian Loose Ring French Link Snaffle Bit features loose rings which make it a more mobile bit than an eggbutt or fixed cheek, which should encourage your horse to keep a relaxed jaw and soft contact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUseful if your horse leans on the bit as it is always movable so the horse cannot take hold as easily as they could with a fixed cheek.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe french link reduces the nutcracker action and pinching on the horse's tongue which encourages it to relax. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"GS Equestrian","offers":[{"title":"115mm","offer_id":39718069534768,"sku":"GSEBI126345","price":8.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"125mm","offer_id":39718069567536,"sku":"GSEBI126350","price":8.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"135mm","offer_id":39718069600304,"sku":"GSEBI126352","price":8.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"145mm","offer_id":39718069633072,"sku":"GSEBI126357","price":8.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2537\/1670\/products\/1_aa090089-72ac-4529-8441-61e9367f9029.png?v=1634804803"},{"product_id":"gs-equestrian-sweet-iron-loose-ring-snaffle-with-lozenge-bit","title":"GS Equestrian Sweet Iron Loose Ring Snaffle with Lozenge Bit","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe sweet iron and copper combination used in the GS Equestrian Sweet Iron Loose Ring Snaffle with Lozenge Bit  provides a warmth for the horse which also aids salivation. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan mce-data-marked=\"1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan mce-data-marked=\"1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"ltr\" class=\"ui-provider gr b c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t u v w x y z ab ac ae af ag ah ai aj ak\"\u003eSweet iron is made from black iron and copper, creating a metal that promotes moisture in the horse’s mouth. The black iron and copper compound slowly causing oxidisation and rust.  Slow-acting and harmless to horses, the oxidation has a sweet taste which the horse likes and which encourages salivation.  This metal will almost always discolour. The cheeks and joints of the bits are made from stainless steel which will not rust. A bit made of sweet iron will last for years and year and the rust will not flake off or harm the horse. The moisture in the air will also cause it to rust in the same way as it does with salvia. The only way to prevent this from happening is to store the bit in a heated environment. You can easily rub the bit down with very fine sandpaper which will remove the rust and will have no adverse effects on the bit or its use. We would also recommend washing the bit after every use but make sure that it is dried thoroughly. You can also coat it with vegetable oil when not in use again to slow the oxidization process down. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"GS Equestrian","offers":[{"title":"115mm","offer_id":39718075924528,"sku":"GSEBI126945","price":8.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"125mm","offer_id":39718075957296,"sku":"GSEBI126950","price":8.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"135mm","offer_id":39718075990064,"sku":"GSEBI126952","price":8.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2537\/1670\/products\/2_3392171c-fe62-49b1-a9bc-18a7bab679d5.png?v=1634805013"},{"product_id":"gs-equestrian-loose-ring-copper-lozenge-snaffle-bit","title":"GS Equestrian Loose Ring Copper Lozenge Snaffle Bit","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe GS Equestrian Loose Ring Copper Lozenge Snaffle is designed to discourage the horse from leaning on the bit whilst encouraging mouthing. This then aids to soften the contact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRings diameter = 3\", bit's thickness = 2cm (rough measurements)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note that this Lozenge colour may vary. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"GS Equestrian","offers":[{"title":"125mm","offer_id":39718089293872,"sku":"GSEBI13501850","price":9.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"135mm","offer_id":39718089326640,"sku":"GSEBI13501852","price":9.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"145mm","offer_id":39718089359408,"sku":"GSEBI13501857","price":9.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2537\/1670\/products\/2_9f16d4ad-be30-4739-bb7d-e8d0285d2bae.png?v=1634804230"},{"product_id":"gs-equestrian-full-cheek-snaffle-with-copper-peanut","title":"GS Equestrian Full Cheek Snaffle With Copper Peanut Bit","description":"Full Cheek Snaffles are beneficial for inexperienced horse as they can be used as an aid when steering.","brand":"GS Equestrian","offers":[{"title":"125mm","offer_id":39718096699440,"sku":"GSEBI237550","price":11.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"135mm","offer_id":39718096732208,"sku":"GSEBI237552","price":11.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"145mm","offer_id":39718096764976,"sku":"GSEBI237557","price":11.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2537\/1670\/products\/1_1dbd17ca-0777-45f2-975c-a6b3c242158e.png?v=1634804914"},{"product_id":"gs-equestrian-sweet-iron-two-ring-gag-with-lozenge","title":"GS Equestrian Sweet Iron Two Ring Gag with Lozenge Bit","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eConsisting of two rings the GS Equestrian Sweet Iron Two Ring Gag with Lozenge Bit allows more control when the rein is moved between rings. Sweet iron and copper mouthpiece encourages salivation and promote a softer contact.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ui-provider gr b c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t u v w x y z ab ac ae af ag ah ai aj ak\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ui-provider gr b c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t u v w x y z ab ac ae af ag ah ai aj ak\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eSweet iron is made from black iron and copper, creating a metal that promotes moisture in the horse’s mouth. The black iron and copper compound slowly causing oxidisation and rust.  Slow-acting and harmless to horses, the oxidation has a sweet taste which the horse likes and which encourages salivation.  This metal will almost always discolour. The cheeks and joints of the bits are made from stainless steel which will not rust. A bit made of sweet iron will last for years and year and the rust will not flake off or harm the horse. The moisture in the air will also cause it to rust in the same way as it does with salvia. The only way to prevent this from happening is to store the bit in a heated environment. You can easily rub the bit down with very fine sandpaper which will remove the rust and will have no adverse effects on the bit or its use. We would also recommend washing the bit after every use but make sure that it is dried thoroughly. You can also coat it with vegetable oil when not in use again to slow the oxidization process down. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"GS Equestrian","offers":[{"title":"125mm","offer_id":39718113050672,"sku":"GSEBI26411450","price":12.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"135mm","offer_id":39718113083440,"sku":"GSEBI26411452","price":12.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"145mm","offer_id":39718113116208,"sku":"GSEBI26411457","price":12.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2537\/1670\/products\/1_2b312613-d4de-492e-ba30-266b7eb5d570.png?v=1634805427"},{"product_id":"gs-equestrian-tom-thumb-sweet-iron-roller-link-bit","title":"GS Equestrian Tom Thumb Sweet Iron Roller Link Bit","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe sweet iron and copper mouthpiece in this bit helps to promote salivation and encourage softening. The raised copper ribs can help to prevent the horse taking too much of a hold.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe cheeks on this bit also provide a lever action.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"ltr\" class=\"ui-provider gr b c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t u v w x y z ab ac ae af ag ah ai aj ak\"\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"ltr\" class=\"ui-provider gr b c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t u v w x y z ab ac ae af ag ah ai aj ak\"\u003eSweet iron is made from black iron and copper, creating a metal that promotes moisture in the horse’s mouth. The black iron and copper compound slowly causing oxidisation and rust.  Slow-acting and harmless to horses, the oxidation has a sweet taste which the horse likes and which encourages salivation.  This metal will almost always discolour. The cheeks and joints of the bits are made from stainless steel which will not rust. A bit made of sweet iron will last for years and year and the rust will not flake off or harm the horse. The moisture in the air will also cause it to rust in the same way as it does with salvia. The only way to prevent this from happening is to store the bit in a heated environment. You can easily rub the bit down with very fine sandpaper which will remove the rust and will have no adverse effects on the bit or its use. We would also recommend washing the bit after every use but make sure that it is dried thoroughly. You can also coat it with vegetable oil when not in use again to slow the oxidization process down. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"GS Equestrian","offers":[{"title":"5\"","offer_id":39718119899184,"sku":"GSEBI71251950","price":13.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2537\/1670\/products\/1_e468544f-a2f3-44c9-aa48-74cfb578e1ac.png?v=1635505553"},{"product_id":"gs-equestrian-rubber-bit-guard","title":"GS Equestrian Rubber Bit Guard","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"125\"\u003eThe GS Equestrian Rubber Bit Guard is designed to provide added comfort and protection for your horse during ridden work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"127\" data-end=\"355\"\u003eMade from soft, flexible rubber, it helps prevent rubbing and pinching at the corners of the mouth while keeping the bit correctly positioned. Easy to fit and durable for regular use, it’s a simple solution for improved comfort.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"357\" data-end=\"374\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"357\" data-end=\"374\"\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"377\" data-end=\"417\"\u003eSoft rubber for comfort and protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"420\" data-end=\"456\"\u003eHelps prevent rubbing and pinching\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"459\" data-end=\"495\"\u003eKeeps the bit correctly positioned\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"498\" data-end=\"521\"\u003eDurable and easy to fit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"GS Equestrian","offers":[{"title":"Black \/ One Size","offer_id":42769266049072,"sku":"GSE001BLK1SZ","price":1.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Blue \/ One Size","offer_id":42769266081840,"sku":"GSE001BLU1SZ","price":1.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Brown \/ One Size","offer_id":42769266540592,"sku":"GSE001BRN1SZ","price":1.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2537\/1670\/files\/DSC_00343.png?v=1773750012"}],"url":"https:\/\/eu.gsequestrian.com\/collections\/gs-equestrian-bits-spurs-and-stirrups.oembed","provider":"GS Equestrian","version":"1.0","type":"link"}