The Lorina Filet Baucher Hanging Cheek is a classic, high-polish dressage training bit engineered to provide stability, clear boundaries and mild containment for sensitive horses. It features an integrated hanging cheek (Baucher) design combined with a traditional single-jointed mouthpiece. This bit is particularly effective for horses with a high head carriage, those that struggle to maintain a consistent rhythm, or animals that are easily distracted by the shifting movements of loose-ring alternatives.
Key Specifications:
- Mouthpiece Thickness: 12mm
- Cheek Height/ Shank Length: Approximately 110mm from the top loop to the bottom of the main ring.
- Single jointed mouthpiece.
- Material: High-grade, solid stainless steel that is durable, rust-resistant, and easy to clean.
How it Works:
- Fixed Mouthpiece Stability: The bridle's cheekpieces attach directly to the isolated small upper loops, suspending the bit securely inside the mouth. Because the mouthpiece is held stationary, it cannot slide sideways, eliminating the risk of pinching the sensitive corners of the lips.
- Mild Poll Alignment: When a rider applies pressure to the reins attached to the large main rings, the upper arms rotate forward slightly. This action helps to keep the bit stable against the bars of the mouth and applies a very mild, non-leverage containment pressure across the poll, subtly encouraging the horse to drop its head and flex at the poll.
- Traditional Nutcracker Action: The single-jointed mouthpiece collapses into a classic V-shape when the reins are engaged. This mechanism directs pressure primarily onto the bars of the mouth and the outer edges of the tongue, giving a clear and unmistakable signal to stop or slow down.
This bit is fully legal for British Dressage (BD) and FEI competitions.