Bombers Kimblewick Lite Waterford Cable Barrel

Bomber Kimblewick Lite Waterford Cable Barrel - Brand new!

The Waterford Cable Barrel has a few smooth cylindrical components which spread the pressure points making it a light mouthpiece. The spring-back action of the cable provides a positive feedback and quick return to neutral. Bomber would offer the Waterford Cable Barrel in preference to the bobble type as it has the added benefit of spreading the pressure over a greater surface area making it softer and more comfortable. Especially recommended for the sensitive fussy mouth.

CABLE: Removes the centre links, creating a smooth more comfortable mouthpiece with some rigidity which limits the nutcracker effect. There is some spring back which offers quick release from pressure. The cable allows for some lateral independence between each rein.  

CHEEKPIECE - Kimblewick Lite – The Kimblewick Lite is softer cheekpiece than normal Kimblewick, the upper arm is shorter which make huge different between these two similar cheekpieces. Kimblewick Lite has a lower pressure. As with the Pelham, the action of the Kimblewick is dependent upon the position of the riders hands. The rein slides on the Dee shaped bit ring. If the hands are lowered prior to pressure being applied to the reins, the rein will slide about an inch and the bit will assume roughly a 45° angle in the mouth. Causing the mouthpiece to act in a downward and backward motion on the lower jaw, this is complemented by a downward pressure on the poll, giving the bit a lowering action. There are 3 rein settings which increase or decrease the pressure. Bomber would recommend this for the more experienced rider and for show jumping and eventing where the multiple pressure settings allow for quick adjustment. Supplied with a nylon curb strap. The cheekpiece is available in standard size (width 70mm, height 120mm, purchase 47mm).

Reins can be attached at:

Bigger ring = Removes the poll pressure decreasing the mouthpiece leverage.

Middle small ring = Introduces light poll pressure leveraging the mouthpiece.

Lower side small ring = Introduces poll pressure leveraging the mouthpiece.     

Overall effects of the bit

The bit consists of a mouthpiece inside the mouth and a cheekpiece acting outside the head. The overall effects of the bit should be mutually supportive and guiding aids for the horse, as the horse will not be able to understand the rider’s use of conflicting / mutually exclusive aids. When using stronger lever bit, the rider should be aware of and understand the operation of the bits and their effects. The unpleasant pressure or pain caused by the bit always causes resistance in the horse, like the so-called an escape reaction in which the rider loses contact or control of the horse. This type of loss of control of the horse usually only results in the choice of an even stronger bit, although the situation would usually require a softer alternative