How and where do I find the right bit for my recently purchased Paso Fino? Can or should I buy a used bit?

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How and where do I find the right bit for my recently purchased Paso Fino? Can or should I buy a used bit?

Answer 1

Try this website:

http://www.toklat.com/bitting_assistant....

Fill out all the info and a bit expert will get back to you with what they recommend.  The bit they chose for my TB mare was PERFECT, she loves it...and it's a bit I never would have considered if not given the guidance.

Answer 2

ALWAYS try BEFORE you buy.

Ask the previous owners what bit he was ridden in, then visit your local tack shop or go online and find the bit.

You can always buy a used bit for a reasonable price as well. I bought one of my bits used!

Answer 3

Hi, a used bit is fine.  You may wish to experiment with several types; or one suggestion would be to simply get a Paso bit for him.  Bits specially designed for Paso horses will help your Paso gait freely, give you good control, stop and steering; and be gentle for your horse.  Here are some sources to try: (The first link is a Paso tack guide).  Once you know what the gear looks like then you can surf for some used if you like.  

http://www.pfha.org/documents/pdf/2004.t...

http://www.madtack.net/index.html

http://www.pasofinoelegante.com/bits.htm...

Answer 4

I would ask the people you bought him from what type of bit they were riding him in, and where they purchased it.  You want to make sure you're riding him in something he's familiar with, or his entire attitude can change if you choose the wrong bit.

There are tons of great places to buy bits, but one place I've had lots of luck with was www.sstack.com  they seem to have really resonable prices, and a lot to choose from.  You can also try ebay, or stores that specialize in gaited horses.  There is nothing wrong with buying a used bit if its not rusty.  I get used ones on ebay all the time.

Good luck!