Reinsman Josey Mitchell Short Stop 3 Piece Twisted Wire Copper Dog Bone Gag Bit

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•  Reinsman Josey Mitchell Short Stop 3 Piece Twisted Wire Copper Dog Bone Gag Bit
• The Reinsman Josey Mitchell Short Stop 3 Piece Twisted Wire Copper Dog Bone Gag Bit is suitable for young horses and seasoned horses that are already patterned.
• It is a great choice for those transitioning from an O-ring snaffle.
• The bit has a mild gag for bend and is intended for slow work.
• The designated curb ring allows the horse to be introduced to curb pressure under light leverage.
• During Stage B, the rider transitions from direct reining to neck reining. This stage involves the use of leverage and curb pressure, with short shanked bits and half-gags being commonly used. 
• Martha Josey is an 11-Time NFR Qualifier Barrel Racer, NFR World Champion 1980, WPRA and NBHA Champion, Olympic Gold Medalist Barrel Racer, and Clinician, and the Josey Mitchell Short Stop bit has proven itself in her clinics, schools, seminars, and competitions worldwide.
• The product number on this Reinsman Josey Mitchell Short Stop 3 Piece Twisted Wire Copper Dog Bone Gag Bit is 0119-8000 and comes with a lfietime warranty.

The Reinsman Josey-Mitchell Short Stop 3 Piece Twisted Wire Copper Dog Bone Gag Bit  is great starter bit on young horses for bend and flex.  The Josey-Mitchell Short Stop is also a great choice for seasoned horses that are already patterned. If you are looking to transition up from an O-ring snaffle this would be an excellent choice.  The designated curb ring allows the horse to be introduced to curb pressure under light leverage.  This bit has a mild gag for bend.  This would be an excellent choice for a beginner to advanced horse and is intended to be used for slow work. The product number on this Reinsman Josey Mitchell Short Stop 3 Piece Twisted Wire Copper Dog Bone Gag Bit is 0119-8000 and comes with a lfietime warranty.The smallest of the three attached rings is your curb chain attachment.  Your reins will attach to the small 1" ring that the mouth floats down and stops at.  You small 1" ring on the opposite side will be your headstall ring.  You can tell it apart because the mouthpiece will not reach it during movement. During Stage B, the rider transitions from direct reining to neck reining. This stage involves the use of leverage and curb pressure, with short shanked bits and half-gags being commonly used.  Remember: start with the lightest bit possible and progress from there. It's difficult to move backwards. "These bits have proven themselves, not only in our Josey clinics, schools, and seminars but also in competitions around the world." Martha Josey Martha Josey is a living legend within barrel racing through her competitive accomplishments and also through her highly sought after year-round clinics. She is an 11-Time NFR Qualifier Barrel Racer, NFR World Champion 1980, WPRA and NBHA Champion, Olympic Gold Medalist Barrel Racer, and Clinician. Reinsman Bit StagesStage A= These bits are great for starting horses, training, or maintaining steady contact. Aspects include direct reining, non-leverage Loose Rings and Dee Rings with mouthpiece diameters 5/16” and over.Stage B =Moving from Direct Reining to Neck Reining? Stage B is all about transition, with the introduction of leverage and curb pressure. Short Shanked bits and Half-Gags comprise Stage B.Stage C =Horses who respond well to poll pressure are in Stage C. Features include solid mouthpieces and cheek attachments, and swivel cheeks with jointed mouthpieces or low to medium portsStage D =Stage D is about refinement, subtle cues and quick communication. Characteristics include increased leverage, more sophisticated mouthpieces, and may also incorporate higher ports.Stage E =When your horse enters Stage E – he’s asking for some time with the Pros. Here tiny twists, very high ports, and highly complex mouthpieces are key components