Description

A plain noseband encircles your horse’s nose at a point approximately two fingers’ width below his cheekbone. Set in that position and adjusted so it’s reasonably snug, this noseband is usually suitable for a well-trained horse who accepts the bit without fuss. He doesn’t shake or flip his head when you attempt to make and maintain contact, and he doesn’t root into your hand or hang his tongue out the side of his mouth. Such actions require an open mouth and are often, though not always, indicators that your horse is trying to avoid bit pressure.