Weymouth Bridles

Weymouth bridles are also called a double bridle or a bit and bradoon. This relates directly to the two bits used with a double bridle.

Weymouth bridles are used in Advanced and above levels in dressage and in the show ring. They are used when you want to be able to turn and supple the horse on the bradoon bit (snaffle) and flex the horses neck and jaw with the curb bit. When used correctly they are very effective in aiding communication between rider and horse and collection.

A horse is ready for the double bridle when the horse has obtained an amount of self carriage that results in true collection. The rider is ready for a double bridle when they have an independent seat, and understand and practice the art of riding a horse from behind and into the hand. Thus aiding the horse in obtaining this self carriage.

Weymouth bridles usually come in two styles – dressage and show.

Dressage style double bridles usually have a thicker, crank style noseband. Show style bridles have a flat, traditional style noseband.

For more information on noseband styles go to https://www.lanoirsaddleworld.com.au/noseband-snaffle-bridle/