{"id":87953,"date":"2022-04-26T16:13:00","date_gmt":"2022-04-26T14:13:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/preprod.antares-sellier.com\/?p=87953"},"modified":"2026-06-04T10:14:13","modified_gmt":"2026-06-04T08:14:13","slug":"how-to-adjust-your-bridle","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/migration.antares-sellier.com\/en\/how-to-adjust-your-bridle\/","title":{"rendered":"How to adjust your horse bridle ?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As a rider, you have probably already been confronted with the need to adjust <a href=\"https:\/\/migration.antares-sellier.com\/shop\/en\/20-bridles-and-double-bridles\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>your bridle<\/strong>.<\/a> You may even have been doing this for years. But are you sure you\u2019re doing it right? We share with you what, in our opinion, are the first criteria to consider for your bridle to be adapted to your horse.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why is it so important to have a properly adjusted horse bridle ?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A poorly adjusted&nbsp;<strong>bridle<\/strong>&nbsp;can generate significant&nbsp;<strong>pressure<\/strong>&nbsp;and a great deal of&nbsp;<strong>stress<\/strong>&nbsp;if it is too&nbsp;<strong>tight<\/strong>&nbsp;or too&nbsp;<strong>loose<\/strong>. The trick is to find the right&nbsp;<strong>balance<\/strong>&nbsp;between the most&nbsp;<strong>comfortable<\/strong>&nbsp;solution for the horse and that which will deliver the best&nbsp;<strong>result<\/strong>&nbsp;for horse and rider. In&nbsp;<strong>horseriding<\/strong>, the absolute truth doesn\u2019t exist. It\u2019s all about finding a balance. But don\u2019t forget, horses are prone to take flight and escape. It\u2019s first instinct when faced with pressure or stress is always defy it, which is risky for it and the rider. It is vital to make sure the horse is&nbsp;<strong>at ease<\/strong>&nbsp;in all circumstances. This can reduce stress and, crucially, prevent this reaction take flight and run.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Properly adjusting your&nbsp;<strong>bridle<\/strong>&nbsp;also improves the rider\u2019s&nbsp;<strong>contact<\/strong>&nbsp;with the horse\u2019s mouth. Better contact results in greater accuracy and subsequently, better performance. The better adjusted the&nbsp;<strong>bridle<\/strong>&nbsp;is to the horse, the more&nbsp;<strong>stable<\/strong>&nbsp;the bit, resulting in a softer, constant, smoother contact with the mouth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Remember: the sensitive areas for a horse<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"678\" src=\"https:\/\/migration.antares-sellier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/adjust-your-horse-bridle-antares-sellier-horse-anatomy-scaled-1-1024x678.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-84890\" srcset=\"https:\/\/migration.antares-sellier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/adjust-your-horse-bridle-antares-sellier-horse-anatomy-scaled-1-1024x678.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/migration.antares-sellier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/adjust-your-horse-bridle-antares-sellier-horse-anatomy-scaled-1-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/migration.antares-sellier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/adjust-your-horse-bridle-antares-sellier-horse-anatomy-scaled-1-768x509.jpg 768w, https:\/\/migration.antares-sellier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/adjust-your-horse-bridle-antares-sellier-horse-anatomy-scaled-1-1536x1017.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/migration.antares-sellier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/adjust-your-horse-bridle-antares-sellier-horse-anatomy-scaled-1-2048x1356.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Some parts of the horse\u2019s head are especially sensitive and must be unobstructed as much as possible. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Firstly,&nbsp;<strong>the cartilage and the respiratory area in the nose (2)<\/strong>&nbsp;can be a major cause of stress for the horse if they are restricted. This area must always be kept free so that the horse can oxygenate itself properly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Secondly,&nbsp;<strong>the bridge of the nose (3)<\/strong>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<strong>zygomatic arch (1)<\/strong>are bony parts where the skin can easily become irritated. The skin here is extremely thin and any rubbing will cause the horse harm or injury.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>The intermandibular region (4)<\/strong>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<strong>throat (5)<\/strong>, under the horse\u2019s head, must have sufficient room to allow jaw movement and swallowing which is vital to keep the horse calm. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Finally, there are<strong>&nbsp;the cervical vertebrae (6)<\/strong>&nbsp;under the nape of the neck. In fact, the horse is not used to feeling pressure here and can quickly panic and take flight. Some horses can also have bad reactions if&nbsp;<strong>the cartilage and muscle tissue below the ears (7)<\/strong>&nbsp;is constrained. The muscle must be able to rotate in all circumstances as it is a key means of communication for the horse.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Bridle components to be adjusted<\/strong> to your horse<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A conventional bridle has several parts that can be independently adjusted:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1. Bit straps<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/migration.antares-sellier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/adjust-your-horse-bridle-antares-sellier-uprights-bit.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-84901\" srcset=\"https:\/\/migration.antares-sellier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/adjust-your-horse-bridle-antares-sellier-uprights-bit.jpg 600w, https:\/\/migration.antares-sellier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/adjust-your-horse-bridle-antares-sellier-uprights-bit-200x300.jpg 200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These are adjustable on both sides of the&nbsp;<strong>bridle<\/strong>&nbsp;and must be perfectly&nbsp;<strong>symmetrical<\/strong>. The bit straps ensure the bit is properly positioned in the&nbsp;<strong>horse\u2019s<\/strong>&nbsp;mouth and the right pressure is exerted. The horse must be able to move its tongue, chew and salivate. This combination&nbsp;<strong>relaxes<\/strong>&nbsp;the jaw and nape of the neck. The tongue is connected to the horse\u2019s&nbsp;<strong>shoulders<\/strong>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<strong>nape of the neck<\/strong>&nbsp;by the bridle and hyoid muscles. If the horse\u2019s tongue is hasn\u2019t enough room to move, this can cause strong muscle&nbsp;<strong>contractions<\/strong>&nbsp;throughout its body and completely prevent it&nbsp;<strong>moving forwards<\/strong>. Be careful to not place the&nbsp;<strong>bit<\/strong>&nbsp;too low in the mouth. This would result in the bit touching the horse\u2019s&nbsp;<strong>teeth<\/strong>&nbsp;and it would be very painful.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Properly adjusted bit straps to your horse bridle<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The two folds at the corners of the mouth are commonly used as a guide to&nbsp;<strong>properly<\/strong>&nbsp;fit a bit. You can see straight away when a bit has been properly positioned as the horse can chew, swallow and move its tongue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">So, be careful when choosing your bit! Even if your bridle is well adjusted, an overly large or too tightly-fitting bit will be particularly&nbsp;<strong>uncomfortable<\/strong>&nbsp;for the horse.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2. The throat-lash<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/migration.antares-sellier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/adjust-your-horse-bridle-antares-sellier-under-throat.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-84900\" srcset=\"https:\/\/migration.antares-sellier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/adjust-your-horse-bridle-antares-sellier-under-throat.jpg 600w, https:\/\/migration.antares-sellier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/adjust-your-horse-bridle-antares-sellier-under-throat-200x300.jpg 200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>A throat-lash<\/strong>&nbsp;is a safety feature that holds the&nbsp;<strong>bridle<\/strong>&nbsp;in place and stops it from accidentally detaching. Broadly speaking, the throat-lash has to be loose enough to get your fist through. As such, the&nbsp;<strong>horse<\/strong>&nbsp;is free to swallow and chew without any pressure on its throat. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">But, for the throat-lash to work, it must not move any further than the horse\u2019s cheek. In some riding disciplines, especially carriage driving, throat-lashes are tighter because if a&nbsp;<strong>bridle<\/strong>&nbsp;comes loose, it can be particularly dangerous. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In contrast to conventional bridles,&nbsp;<strong>Antar\u00e8s<\/strong>&nbsp;bridle throat-lashes are \u201coffset\u201d. They attach to the rear of the headpiece, giving the horse a real sense of&nbsp;<strong>freedom<\/strong>. It is also easier to adjust and fit to the&nbsp;<strong>bridle<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3. The noseband<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/migration.antares-sellier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/adjust-your-horse-bridle-antares-sellier-noseband.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-84898\" srcset=\"https:\/\/migration.antares-sellier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/adjust-your-horse-bridle-antares-sellier-noseband.jpg 600w, https:\/\/migration.antares-sellier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/adjust-your-horse-bridle-antares-sellier-noseband-200x300.jpg 200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Nose bands<\/strong>&nbsp;have two main functions. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Firstly, they&nbsp;<strong>stabilise<\/strong>&nbsp;the bridle and ensure it sits&nbsp;<strong>symmetrically<\/strong>&nbsp;on both sides of the horse\u2019s head. Secondly, they guide lateral&nbsp;<strong>jaw<\/strong>&nbsp;movements to stop the jaw moving to the left and right. They also prevent the horse bolting from contact when&nbsp;<strong>opening<\/strong>&nbsp;the mouth. The nose band must however not stop the horse from moving its tongue, as explained above, to adjust the bit and bit straps. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to adjust the noseband to your horse bridle ?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Some&nbsp;<strong>nosebands<\/strong>&nbsp;have straps that attach directly to the headpiece. They are preferable to \u201cmobile nose bands\u201d made from a single strap that encircle the&nbsp;<strong>horse\u2019s<\/strong>&nbsp;head. These nose bands can irritate the&nbsp;<strong>nape of the neck<\/strong>&nbsp;and fail to keep the bridle stable. Well fitted, a noseband must be loose enough for you to insert two fingers perpendicular to the bridge of the nose.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/migration.antares-sellier.com\/shop\/en\/bridles-and-double-bridles\/1740-precision-large-crank-noseband-anatomic-bridle.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"656\" data-id=\"84893\" src=\"https:\/\/migration.antares-sellier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/adjust-your-horse-bridle-antares-sellier-french-noseband.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-84893\" srcset=\"https:\/\/migration.antares-sellier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/adjust-your-horse-bridle-antares-sellier-french-noseband.jpg 900w, https:\/\/migration.antares-sellier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/adjust-your-horse-bridle-antares-sellier-french-noseband-300x219.jpg 300w, https:\/\/migration.antares-sellier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/adjust-your-horse-bridle-antares-sellier-french-noseband-768x560.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Pull back noseband<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/migration.antares-sellier.com\/shop\/en\/bridles-and-double-bridles\/2635-Origin-figure-8-noseband-bridle.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"613\" data-id=\"84896\" src=\"https:\/\/migration.antares-sellier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/adjust-your-horse-bridle-antares-sellier-mexican-noseband.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-84896\" srcset=\"https:\/\/migration.antares-sellier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/adjust-your-horse-bridle-antares-sellier-mexican-noseband.jpg 900w, https:\/\/migration.antares-sellier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/adjust-your-horse-bridle-antares-sellier-mexican-noseband-300x204.jpg 300w, https:\/\/migration.antares-sellier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/adjust-your-horse-bridle-antares-sellier-mexican-noseband-768x523.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Crossed noseband<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/migration.antares-sellier.com\/shop\/en\/bridles-and-double-bridles\/2649-origin-anatomic-drop-noseband-bridle.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"695\" data-id=\"84894\" src=\"https:\/\/migration.antares-sellier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/adjust-your-horse-bridle-antares-sellier-german-noseband.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-84894\" srcset=\"https:\/\/migration.antares-sellier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/adjust-your-horse-bridle-antares-sellier-german-noseband.jpg 900w, https:\/\/migration.antares-sellier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/adjust-your-horse-bridle-antares-sellier-german-noseband-300x232.jpg 300w, https:\/\/migration.antares-sellier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/adjust-your-horse-bridle-antares-sellier-german-noseband-768x593.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Drop noseband<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The different types of noseband<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are several types of&nbsp;<strong>nose band<\/strong>. The French noseband, the most common type, forms a narrow strip that sits quite high on the bridge of the nose. To be properly positioned, it must be fitted under the zygomatic arch with room for one finger. This is less restrictive for the horse, freeing up the mouth and acting on the&nbsp;<strong>jaws<\/strong>. It can nevertheless cause lesions if too tight or badly positioned. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This type of noseband also comes in&nbsp;<strong>combined<\/strong>&nbsp;form with an additional piece of leather attached that fits snuggly to the chin. It should be used carefully because if a nose band too tightly fitted it can be very&nbsp;<strong>uncomfortable<\/strong>&nbsp;and completely immobilise the horse\u2019s mouth.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button aligncenter\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/migration.antares-sellier.com\/shop\/en\/bridles-and-double-bridles\/1740-precision-large-crank-noseband-anatomic-bridle.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See our combined noseband<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Figure 8<\/strong> \/ <strong>crossed<\/strong> nose bands are similar to their combined counterparts except that they can&nbsp;<strong>slide<\/strong>. They are very popular as they look good but are difficult to adjust and are relatively uncomfortable. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button aligncenter\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/migration.antares-sellier.com\/shop\/en\/bridles-and-double-bridles\/2635-Origin-figure-8-noseband-bridle.html\">Discover our figure 8 noseband<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It should also be mentioned that <strong>drop <\/strong>nose bands sit a lot lower and act directly on the mouth. These nose bands should be used in specific cases as they are still very upsetting for the horse. If a drop noseband is badly adjusted, it affects the airways.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>4. The Y anatomic noseband Pr<\/strong>e<strong>cision bridle<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"346\" height=\"346\" src=\"https:\/\/migration.antares-sellier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/bridon-precision-muserolle-y-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-90811\" srcset=\"https:\/\/migration.antares-sellier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/bridon-precision-muserolle-y-1.jpg 346w, https:\/\/migration.antares-sellier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/bridon-precision-muserolle-y-1-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/migration.antares-sellier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/bridon-precision-muserolle-y-1-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 346px) 100vw, 346px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In nutshell, the perfect&nbsp;<strong>nose band<\/strong>&nbsp;must address two issues. It should provide good contact with the horse\u2019s mouth while allowing it to chew&nbsp;<strong>freely<\/strong>. The Antar\u00e8s \u201cY\u201d noseband bridle provides a snug fit while preventing lateral lower jaw&nbsp;<strong>movement<\/strong>. As such, it helps better&nbsp;<strong>&nbsp;control<\/strong>&nbsp;horses that flee or bolt on contact with their bits, or who seek too harsh a contact. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The \u201cY\u201d noseband\u2019s specific design delivers a similar outcome to that of a German nose band, or nose band bridle. It does this while&nbsp;<strong>limiting<\/strong>&nbsp;the pressure exerted on the nasal passages to prevent any breathing difficulties. The design has also been meticulously thought through to prevent any risk of&nbsp;<strong>pinching<\/strong>&nbsp;between the noseband and the bit rings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-fe48e5de wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/migration.antares-sellier.com\/shop\/en\/bridles-and-double-bridles\/1727-Precision-Y-noseband-anatomic-bridle.html\">Know more about Precision Y noseband anatomic bridle<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>5. The headpiece<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"645\" src=\"https:\/\/migration.antares-sellier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/adjust-your-horse-bridle-antares-sellier-headrest.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-84895\" srcset=\"https:\/\/migration.antares-sellier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/adjust-your-horse-bridle-antares-sellier-headrest.jpg 900w, https:\/\/migration.antares-sellier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/adjust-your-horse-bridle-antares-sellier-headrest-300x215.jpg 300w, https:\/\/migration.antares-sellier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/adjust-your-horse-bridle-antares-sellier-headrest-768x550.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Broadly speaking, the main purpose of the headpiece is to&nbsp;<strong>support<\/strong>&nbsp;all parts of the bridle and properly distribute&nbsp;<strong>pressure<\/strong>. Sitting behind the horse\u2019s ears, the headpiece applies pressure where the&nbsp;<strong>occipital bone<\/strong>&nbsp;(the last bone to the rear of the horse\u2019s head) and the&nbsp;<strong>atlas<\/strong>&nbsp;(the first of seven cervical vertebrae) meet. The contact point involves the atlanto-occipital joint and the nuchal ligament that connects the&nbsp;<strong>cervical vertebrae<\/strong>&nbsp;to the withers. This is a particularly&nbsp;<strong>sensitive<\/strong>&nbsp;area that opens and closes the&nbsp;<strong>nape of the neck<\/strong>. Freeing up the nuchal zone must be your priority when choosing your&nbsp;<strong>headpiece<\/strong>. To adjust your headpiece, you should be able to slip your flat hand between the nape of the horse\u2019s neck and the headpiece without causing it&nbsp;<strong>discomfort<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The anatomic headpiece Precision bridle<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Headpieces increasingly come in a \u201cdrop\u201d form so that they can be placed a lot further&nbsp;<strong>back<\/strong>&nbsp;on the&nbsp;<strong>nape of the neck<\/strong>. The axis, the second cervical vertebra that allows the head to rotate, subsequently takes the pressure. While the shape of the headpiece leaves the first cervical vertebra free to move, it actually just&nbsp;<strong>displaces<\/strong>&nbsp;the problem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Headpieces come in many shapes and sizes, such as straight, anatomic, bridge headpieces, etc. but the key is to find the one that best matches your&nbsp;<strong>horse<\/strong>&nbsp;and your&nbsp;<strong>riding<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Antar\u00e8s Precision headpiece is a flagship innovation from our&nbsp;<strong>bridle<\/strong>&nbsp;range and provides a comprehensive response to issues mentioned above. It frees up the first&nbsp;<strong>cervical<\/strong>&nbsp;vertebrae and the atlanto-occipital joint by a bridge that sits above the&nbsp;<strong>nape of the neck<\/strong>. Pressure and weight from the bridle is distributed by two broad lateral ergonomic pads.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-video\"><video controls src=\"https:\/\/migration.antares-sellier.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/tetiere-precision.mp4\"><\/video><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Antar\u00e8s \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/migration.antares-sellier.com\/shop\/en\/bridles-and-double-bridles\/1740-precision-large-crank-noseband-anatomic-bridle.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Precision<\/a>\u201d headpiece is approved by the FEI for dressage&nbsp;<strong>competitions<\/strong>, eventing and show-jumping. This also applies to all components in Antar\u00e8s&nbsp;<strong>bridles<\/strong>, however, the rules for competition horse tack may vary according to events and sports federations. Make sure you check on approved&nbsp;<strong>horse tack<\/strong>&nbsp;before your competitive events.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-fe48e5de wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/migration.antares-sellier.com\/shop\/en\/bridles-and-double-bridles\/1740-precision-large-crank-noseband-anatomic-bridle.html\">Precision anatomic bridle<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Antar\u00e8s products mentioned in this article :<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>As a rider, you have probably already been confronted with the need to adjust your bridle. You may even have been doing this for years. But are you sure you\u2019re doing it right? 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