Myler Eggbutt with Hooks with Stainless Steel Mullen Barrel Low Port MB 06 5 1/2" #89-30065

Myler Eggbutt with Hooks: Stainless Steel Mullen Barrel Low Port MB 06 (5 1/2") #89-30065Transform your riding experience and unlock your horse's true potential with the Myler Eggbutt with Hooks! Designed for the discerning rider, this innovative bit seamlessly blends superior comfort with precise control, offering an exceptional alternative to traditional mullen mouthpieces.Crafted from premium stainless steel, the Myler Eggbutt features a unique Low Port MB 06 Mullen Barrel mouthpiece with a copper inlay. This thoughtful design provides optimal tongue relief and encourages a relaxed, attentive horse, fostering clearer communication between you and your equine partner.Why Riders & Horses Love the Myler Eggbutt: Natural & Effective: With its zero leverage degree, this bit ensures a natural fit and feel, enhancing your overall riding enjoyment and your horse's responsiveness.Is This The Right Bit For Your Horse? If you're seeking a bit that perfectly balances gentle comfort with effective responsiveness, the Myler Eggbutt with Hooks is an exceptional choice. It's ideal for horses that require a subtle yet clear training tool, promoting a softer mouth and better acceptance of the bit.Elevate Your Setup: For optimal performance and a complete bitting solution, we highly recommend pairing this bit with our Curb Chain Kit (Item 89-0024).Invest in your horse's comfort and your riding success today with the Myler Eggbutt with Hooks and witness your partnership thrive!Frequently Asked QuestionsWhat is the purpose of the "hooks" on the Myler Eggbutt cheek piece?The "hooks" on the Myler Eggbutt cheek piece offer increased versatility in rein attachment. Attaching your headstall to the top hook helps stabilize the bit in your horse's mouth and prevents it from sliding. Attaching your reins to the bottom hook allows for indirect rein action, enhancing the utilization of Myler's Independent Side Movement (ISM) for clearer signals. While they primarily offer different actions, they do not add significant leverage. A small loop behind the top hook also allows for the optional attachment of a curb strap, which is recommended for ported mouthpieces like the MB 06.How does the MB 06 Mullen Barrel Low Port mouthpiece provide tongue relief?The MB 06 "Mullen Barrel Low Port" mouthpiece is designed as a Myler alternative to a traditional mullen, featuring a wide, low (¾") port. This unique design offers significant tongue relief without applying pressure to the palate. It allows your horse to comfortably swallow and move its tongue when relaxed. When the reins are engaged, the MB 06 primarily applies gentle, consistent pressure to the bars and lips of the horse's mouth, encouraging softness and acceptance.Which Myler Bitting Level is the MB 06 suitable for, and what type of horse benefits from it?The MB 06 mouthpiece is classified as a Myler Level 2-3 bit. This indicates it's designed for horses that have progressed beyond basic training, exhibiting a degree of balance and collection, and are responsive to the rider's leg and seat. It's considered a step up in tongue relief from Level 2 bits and is often recommended for horses transitioning from traditional mullen-style bits or those with a steady disposition who could benefit from more freedom and comfort in their mouth.What is Independent Side Movement (ISM) and how does it enhance comfort?Myler's Independent Side Movement (ISM) is a core design principle where each side of the bit can move independently. This allows for clearer, more precise signals for bending, balancing, and collection, enabling the rider to address one side of the horse's mouth without directly affecting the other. Coupled with the ergonomically curved mouthpiece, which wraps comfortably around the bars and lips to prevent pinching, ISM significantly contributes to overall horse comfort. The stainless steel construction and copper inlay further encourage salivation and bit acceptance.Is the Myler Eggbutt with