Re: RE: question about running martingales

["j.mills" <j.mills@gateway.net>]

>>Running martingales should not be used with "curb" type bits, any bit with
a
curb chain or strap<<

also, curb type bits - or bits with shanks - tend to make horses raise their
heads.  a snaffle type bit with rings, d's or preferrably full cheeks might
be a better bet.  also gives you better lateral control than shank bits, but
on some horses you do loose some stopping control.  jm