Neue Schule Pelham Bits
Neue Schule Bits
NeueSchule offers an exciting and innovative range of high performance, superior comfort bits for all equines, covering all disciplines at every level from pleasure to Grand Prix. This is accomplished through bits that are ergonomically designed, using the latest in engineering and computer aided design (CAD) technologies. In addition, the NeueSchule line incorporates a patented, sweeter, warmer metal. Salox Gold® has a high copper content and NeueSchule additives that maximize the warm and oxidation promoting acceptance and communication.
The Pelham is a compromise bit between the snaffle and the curb, and as with all compromises it has its pitfalls. However, it has been in existence for very many years and has proved successful. It works by exerting pressure on the poll, curb groove and mouth and is very comfortable for horses with short wide mouth conformation. It is not really effective in its true action on horses with narrower, long mouths. Many horses find pelhams too strong when they jump, so try a round of fences in one before you buy one. The Pelham group of bits include Kimberwicks