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LEVELS OF BITS:

 All Myler Bit mouthpieces are coordinated to the levels of training. Some bits are appropriate for multiple levels.

Level One Bits:
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Feature curved mouthpiece with tongue relief for swallowing.
+ Use tongue pressure and bar pressure - working mostly off the tongue.
+ Offer a variety of pressure points to take the horse as soft as they will allow. May use tongue, curb, poll and/or palate pressure as needed.
+ May feature and/or offer independent side movement.
+ Feature pinch & restrict with release

Level Two Bits:
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Feature curved mouthpiece with tongue relief for swallowing.
+ Use tongue pressure and more bars. May collapse into the bars.
+ May feature curb, palate and/or poll pressure

Level Three Bits:
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Feature curved mouthpiece with tongue relief for swallowing.
+ Use mostly bar pressure; mouthpiece rolls downward on the bars.
+ May feature and/or offer independent side movement.
+ May feature hooks and/or offer independent side movement.

MYLER METALS: (Please see photos below)

Stainless Steel: A rust-free metal alloy known for its strength and durability. Can dry the mouth.
Sweet Iron: A strong metal with a sweet taste as it slowly rusts. Encourages the horse to salivate.
Copper Inlays: Small strips of copper are placed in the mouthpiece to encourage salivation.