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We have had barrel racers through the years that have asked about the Myler Bits and now Lynn working with the Myler brothers and Toklat Originals has produced a line of Lynn McKenzie bits by Myler. Using Lynn's expertise in designing bits for Barrel Racing coupled with that of the unique concepts of the Myler brothers, here is a collection of bits especially designed for Barrel Racing horses.

The influx of new blood lines into Barrel Racing has produced horses that are extremely athletic and yet very sensitive. There is still a place for the old standby bits from earlier times (LM Rope Nose Combinations, Lifter bits, Stivers hackamores) but most of the newer Barrel Racing bloodlines need bits that spread the pressure over multiple areas. Lynn feels that the Myler bits are best because they do not concentrate the pressure in any one area. Horses tend to be much more responsive to this type of bit.


$130.00 Short Shank MMB with 04 Mouthpiece. This bit could be a secret weapon for collection and forward movement at the same time. All done with a great feel. This mouth will flex a horse at the poll, rounding the back and allowing engagement of the hindquarters. This medium shank might be the middle of the road, but it is far from average. Also available in a Medium Shank. 89-L51045	$130.00 Short Shank MMB with 06 Mouthpiece. Need control but a bit with a shank is not the answer? This one is. Relaxes the anxious, nervous type, but will still collect the stride and gather them for the turn with no resentment. A good transition from an "O" ring to a bit. 89-L51065	$130.00 Medium Shank MMB w/ 03 Mouth Need a little more leverage to bring the horse into the bit? This medium shank is a middle of the road shank, but it's far from average. It will accomplish a lot without a lot of hard work. This mouthpiece is good for horses who like to push off, root or lug on the bit. Also, please note that the type of resistance described here may be due to either dental problems farther back in the mouth or tight muscles at the poll. Keeping the rein up by the neck at the shoulder is the key to making this bit work properly. 89-L52035
$130.00 Medium Shank MMB with an 04 Mouth This mouthpiece will flex a horse at the poll, rounding the back and allowing engagement of the hindquarters. Offering a mild amount of control, this bit might work well when it's time for colts to come out of the draw and ring bit. This shank is middle of the road but far from average. It will do a lot of work without working hard. 89-L52045	$130.00 Medium Shank MMB with an 06 Mouth Good for horses that are light in the face, but still need a lot of help maintaining collection in the turns. Working without the resentment of pressure, it will encourage a horse to engage his hindquarters, which causes him to break over at the poll and allows greater control of the shoulders. The rider's hands are important with this bit. The inside rein must stay close to the horse's shoulder in the turns in order to work properly. Called an indirect rein, pull toward your belt buckle to finish the turn. 89-L52065	$135.00 Medium MMB with 43 Low Port Mouth Does a lot for horses that need a lot. It controls speed and keeps shoulders picked up. Works well with front-ended horses, as it holds the front end up and sets them back on their hip. The rider's hands are important with this bit' The inside rein must stay close to the horse's shoulder in the turns in order for the mouthpiece to work properly. Called an indirect rein, pull toward your belt buckle to finish the turn. The medium shank is a good choice for medium-type hands that aren't too quick or soft. 89-L52435