TRUST Equestrian Sweet Iron Single Jointed Baucher Bit

• Sweet Iron Baucher / Hanging Cheek Bit
• Single jointed mouthpiece
• Thickness: 16 mm
• Sizes: 12.5, 13.5, 14.5 cm

The Hanging Cheek, also known as a Baucher, is a stable snaffle cheekpiece featuring smaller rings above the main bit rings. The bridle cheekpieces attach to these upper rings, while the reins are attached to the larger rings at the level of the mouthpiece.

Contrary to a common misconception, a Baucher bit does not create leverage or additional poll pressure. When rein contact is applied, the bit lifts slightly in the mouth and the tension on the bridle cheekpieces may actually decrease.

The attachment to the upper ring helps the bit remain relatively still and stable in the horse's mouth. This can be beneficial for horses that are inconsistent in the contact, have sensitive mouth corners or simply prefer a more stable bit. Horses that tend to carry their neck high and find it difficult to come forward into the contact may also appreciate the action of a Baucher bit.

The exact action of the bit will always also depend on the type of mouthpiece used.

A jointed bit has one hinge point, which means less pressure on the tongue than with a eliptical mouthpiece. A jointed mouthpiece exerts pressure mainly on the layers, the side of the tongue and can also have an effect on the palate. A jointed mouthpiece is seen as a standard mouthpiece.

The Sweet Iron bits are made of steel and have a recognizable blue color. Sweet Iron will rust when it comes into contact with (air) humidity, the surface rust tastes sweet and naturally stimulates the saliva production. This will cause the horse to salivate more, which in turn will encourage a better acceptance of the bit.

The bits of TRUST equestrian are ultra-Dutch. All bits are designed, developed and handmade in the Netherlands. Every day a team of technical professionals works on the production of the TRUST bits. TRUST bits are composed with the greatest care and made of the best materials, the quality control and standard is therefore very high. TRUST bits are anatomically shaped. The balance between shape, material and weight is constantly taken into account. TRUST bits are slightly curved so that they are better shaped towards the horse’s mouth. Because of this anatomical shape, the bit lies better in the mouth and the pressure is better distributed. The TRUST bits are available in 3 materials, 20 mouthpieces and 31 cheekpieces. There are an infinite number of combinations possible so that a right bit can be found for every horse.