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| Posted: Fri Mar 5th, 2010 10:33 pm |
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Karen A G.O.G Community Member
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I just received one of the new ICB's that have the copper piece in the center that extends out over the joint in the middle. I like the new design. Even if it separates slightly in the future, the joint will still be covered. It also seems like it is just a slight bit wider than the old bit which is good for me since my horse has a 5 1/2 inch mouth and the older version was just barely wide enough. I also thought that my horse responded better if that's possible. I think it was because the independent side action was more clear since the joint was tighter. I think it is definitely worth upgrading if you have an old one. Karen
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| Posted: Fri Mar 5th, 2010 11:50 pm |
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whattarack Pasture Boss 
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Thanks for the great review, Karen. tu1X2
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| Posted: Thu Jun 10th, 2010 12:00 pm |
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Gaitaway G.O.G Community Member
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I got and used mine yesterday . I looked very carefuly at the joint area and my 1st thought was " How on earth could this come apart ?? " So I don't believe thats a issue . I changed to a ICB because my horse is very gentle and does not need a big walking horse bit - I wanted some thing gentler on his mouth . Easy & comfortable on him . My gelding took right to it and had a beautiful headset . He tends to rack with his head up - stargazeing I call it - and as a wonderful plus the ICB really made a difference . The only thing I noticed was that he kept his mouth open - a lot - . Do you think that I adjusted it too loose or tight ? I made sure the curb chain was ~ 3 fingers . Or is he just getting used to a new feel ?
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| Posted: Thu Jun 10th, 2010 03:20 pm |
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SunnysMum G.O.G Community Member 
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The ICB weighs heavier than most bits, so could just be that he's getting used to it.
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| Posted: Thu Jun 10th, 2010 03:34 pm |
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whattarack Pasture Boss
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If he's not trying to get his tongue over it, I think it is either too high or he just needs a looser rein. As long as he responds appropriately to your requests, I wouldn't worry about it. Last edited on Thu Jun 10th, 2010 03:35 pm by whattarack ____________________ A State Trooper pulls over a pickup on Highway 16 And says to the driver, 'Got any I..D ? ' . . and the driver replies 'Bout wut?' Being Offended is Optional. |
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| Posted: Thu Jun 10th, 2010 04:52 pm |
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Gaitaway G.O.G Community Member
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Thanks . He isn't trying to get tongue over it. I'll try it lower . Most likely had too much of a smile l1 as he also did it on a loose rein .
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