The Neue Schule Verbindend Loose Ring is a mild bit designed to promote self-carriage and throughness by clarifying and emphasising the aids given by the rider through the reins. The Verbindend can help to develop a true outline and freedom through the shoulder. It will also help to eradicate tongue evasions by encouraging the horse to soften and relax through the jaw, accepting the bit and the contact. The cleverly curved mouthpiece can also help to develop the bend required for lateral work and smaller circles.Available in the following combinations:12mm mouthpiece thickness: 55mm rings - 4.5 - 6.5"; 65mm rings - 4.5 - 4.75"; 70mm - 4.5 - 6.5"16mm mouthpiece thickness; 5 - 6.5"; 70mm bit ringsNS Reference 9010/9011