Myler Level 2-3 HBT Shank

Built around a progressive bitting system, Myler bits are designed to encourage comfort, clear communication, and improved performance by working with a horse’s anatomy and stage of training. Myler bits feature patented mouthpiece designs and a graduated “Level” system that helps riders select the appropriate bit based on a horse’s training, responsiveness, and needs. This thoughtful approach supports relaxation, consistency, and understanding, rather than force, across English and Western disciplines.

This mouthpiece is the Myler alternative to the traditional mullen mouth, but it has a wide low port that allows the tongue to pass under it comfortably. The port is ¾" high, just enough to allow the horse’s tongue to elevate slightly and swallow, but not high enough for palate pressure. When the reins are engaged, this bit applies pressure primarily to the bars and lips. Sweet iron mouthpiece oxidizes and encourages salivation. This mouthpiece is a step up in tongue relief from Level 2, but because the port is low, it does not offer as much tongue relief as other Level 2-3 mouthpieces with slightly higher ports because the tongue is still somewhat restricted. The 5" HBT shank is stainless steel and is slightly curved back, with a flat-top purchase and a rein ring. The mouthpiece has a fixed attachment. The HBT shank has the patented Independent Swivel Cheek, where the purchase, mouthpiece, and shank all move independently of each other. The purchase is slightly angled away from the cheek to avoid rubbing. It has an indirect (curb) rein action designed to be used with a curb strap that attaches to the purchase. The HBT shank uses the combination of the fixed cheek and fixed rein to apply pressure to the mouth, chin, and poll.

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