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Queenie07 Reg. Jun 2013	Posted 2017-02-06 7:55 PM Subject: Bits! I want to learn more!
Veteran Posts: 104 Location: Southern Michigan	I would really like to start becoming more educated on bits, and I know there are hundreds out there. I know the basics, but would really like to learn more in depth details. Like why it is designed that way, its purposes, how and why it works. Are there any books, blogs, videos, etc out there that you guys have found helpful? I feel like I have poor memory at times and would like something along the lines of a book that's easy to follow along with and quick reference. Thanks!
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FlyBoy737 Reg. Nov 2015	Posted 2017-02-06 10:49 PM Subject: RE: Bits! I want to learn more!
Member Posts: 49 Location: Aggieland	I've found these really helpful, hope the link works. http://www.trainingbarrelhorses.com/video-vault/equipment-use/miche... http://www.trainingbarrelhorses.com/video-vault/equipment-use/danye... http://www.trainingbarrelhorses.com/video-vault/equipment-use/janna... http://www.trainingbarrelhorses.com/video-vault/equipment-use/tana-...
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streakysox Reg. Jul 2008	Posted 2017-02-07 7:30 AM Subject: RE: Bits! I want to learn more!
Take a Picture Posts: 12841	I would say start with the AQHA handbook, then try to find a book on bits. Also you might find a basic training book which shows what bits are used for what. I think you would get more out of a training book than anything.
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GLP Reg. Oct 2013	Posted 2017-02-07 10:44 AM Subject: RE: Bits! I want to learn more!
I just read the headlines Posts: 4483	There is a guy who has several books out on bits and he really describes the uses and pros and cons of them for the Western Rider. They are yellow with a white binder. I can't remember the man's name but I have them at home and will post it after I get home from work if you would like. He also explains how and why you would use each bit.
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astreakinchic Reg. Sep 2011	Posted 2017-02-07 2:00 PM Subject: RE: Bits! I want to learn more!
Expert Posts: 1611	FlyBoy737 - 2017-02-06 11:49 PM I've found these really helpful, hope the link works. http://www.trainingbarrelhorses.com/video-vault/equipment-use/miche... http://www.trainingbarrelhorses.com/video-vault/equipment-use/danye... http://www.trainingbarrelhorses.com/video-vault/equipment-use/janna... http://www.trainingbarrelhorses.com/video-vault/equipment-use/tana-... Amen to these! Learn about bits from people that barrel race! Its good to incorporate the ideals of others, listen, and learn but ideally you want to be listening to those barrel people who are probably using certain bits to help keep one turned. Not that a bit is a fixall BUT theres probably a good reason so many trainers use a loomis in their slow work :-)
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Queenie07 Reg. Jun 2013	Posted 2017-02-07 7:55 PM Subject: RE: Bits! I want to learn more!
Veteran Posts: 104 Location: Southern Michigan	These videos were a great help, thank you for sharing!
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FlyBoy737 Reg. Nov 2015	Posted 2017-02-07 9:08 PM Subject: RE: Bits! I want to learn more!
Member Posts: 49 Location: Aggieland	No problem! There are more videos about bits on that website too, I just listed some of my favorites
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