Bit Academy – choose the right bit for your horse
The ByLynga Bit Academy explains bit size, fit, mouthpieces, cheekpieces, materials and competition rules. Start with the horse’s anatomy and current equipment, change one important feature at a time and assess the response.
Start here – size and fit
- How to measure the correct bit size
- How should a horse bit fit?
- Choosing the first bit for a young horse
Mouthpieces and cheekpieces
Materials
- Complete bit material guide
- Leather bits – function, fit and care
- Sweet Iron – taste, oxidation and care
- Titanium bits – lightweight and taste-neutral
Horse-specific questions
Competition rules
- Belgian and FEI competition rules hub
- Dressage bits in Belgium
- Jumping bits in Belgium
- Eventing bits in Belgium
Products and accessories
Seek qualified professional advice if your horse shows pain, sores or a sudden change in behaviour.
More practical guides
Frequently asked questions
Quick answers about bit size, fit, materials, Belgian competition rules, delivery and returns.
New in-depth guides
More guides to choosing and fitting bits
Guides by discipline and riding style
Explore bit choice, fit, training and rules across more disciplines.
- Working Equitation – bits, training and competition rules
- Bits for Icelandic horses – gaits, fit and rules
- Bits for endurance riding – comfort and control
- Pony and youth competition – bits and safety
- Mounted Games – bits, control and rules
- Para dressage – bits, aids and rules
- Academic riding – cavesson, snaffle and curb
- Retraining trotters – choosing a bit
- Retraining racehorses – a bit guide
- Equestrian vaulting – equipment, bits and rules
- Bitless riding – options, action and fit