{"product_id":"centaur-waterford-loose-ring-bit","title":"Waterford Loose Ring Bit","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCheekpiece:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Loose Ring bit is valued for its freedom of movement, even pressure distribution, and encouragement of a soft, relaxed mouth, making it a classic all-purpose choice — particularly well suited to horses that lean or feel stiff, or those with established steering that benefit from a bit that doesn't lock into one position, though it offers less lateral\/steering support than fixed-cheek designs like the D-ring or Full Cheek.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMouthpiece:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Waterford bit uses a flexible, multi-linked mouthpiece to prevent a horse from leaning or locking onto contact — distributing pressure evenly and encouraging mouthing and salivation under light rein use, while firming into a genuinely stronger, multi-point sensation under sustained heavy contact — making it a popular choice for horses that lean or pull, particularly in show jumping, eventing, and cross-country, though its variable nature means it's best introduced and used with guidance from an experienced trainer.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Centaur","offers":[{"title":"5 1\/4\"","offer_id":49729471021306,"sku":"405015SS   525","price":45.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0850\/5828\/9914\/files\/405015SS.png?v=1785013229","url":"https:\/\/evencontact.com\/products\/centaur-waterford-loose-ring-bit","provider":"Even Contact","version":"1.0","type":"link"}