{"product_id":"portuguese-elliptical-gag","title":"Portuguese Elliptical Gag","description":"\u003ch2\u003ePortuguese Elliptical Gag Bit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Portuguese elliptical gag is a stainless steel two-ring gag bit designed to lower the horse's head through poll pressure while giving the rider multiple rein options for varying degrees of control. The elliptical link reduces nutcracker action and distributes pressure more evenly across the bars of the mouth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStainless steel construction for durability and easy cleaning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo-ring loose ring snaffle design with smaller upper and lower rings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLowers the head through targeted poll pressure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eElliptical (oval) link reduces nutcracker action across the tongue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMultiple rein attachment options for graduated control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndependent control over each side of the mouth, similar to a French link\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable in 125mm and 135mm mouthpiece sizes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow the Bit Works\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis bit functions like a snaffle with added leverage. A loose ring snaffle has smaller rings attached to the top and bottom of the larger main ring, allowing the rider to adjust the action by changing where the reins are attached.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen the reins are attached to the main large ring, the bit acts as a loose ring snaffle with slightly more poll pressure due to the cheek pieces attaching to the smaller top ring. Attaching the reins to the lower ring increases poll pressure, giving the rider more control and applying more pressure on the mouth. The bit can also be used with multiple reins or connectors to soften the leverage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBenefits of the Elliptical Link\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe oval elliptical link offers similar benefits to a French link: reduced nutcracker action, more even pressure across the bars, and independent control over each side of the mouth. This makes it a kinder option for horses that resist a single-jointed mouthpiece while still offering the leverage needed for stronger horses or jumping.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Solo Saddlers","offers":[{"title":"125mm","offer_id":54256671818033,"sku":null,"price":749.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"135mm","offer_id":54256671850801,"sku":null,"price":749.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0916\/7673\/7841\/files\/Portuguese_Elliptical_Snaffle.webp?v=1779118637","url":"https:\/\/smithandhunter.co.za\/products\/portuguese-elliptical-gag","provider":"Smith \u0026 Hunter","version":"1.0","type":"link"}