The Importance of Choosing the Right Bridle Headpiece and Bridle Cheekpiece

When it comes to your bridle, the bridle headpiece and bridle cheekpieces are essential for your horse's comfort and performance. 

The main job of a bridle headpiece is to spread pressure evenly across the horse's head, reducing discomfort and preventing injuries. Traditional headpieces can put pressure on sensitive areas like the poll and ears; anatomical headpieces are designed to avoid these areas, ensuring maximum comfort for your horse.  Many bridle headpieces are interchangeable with other bridle parts, simply check the leather width is the same for an optimum fit and the leather grain is similar.

The bridle cheekpieces are equally important. They secure the bit in the horse's mouth and ensure the bit is properly aligned during ridden work to prevent.  Well-fitted cheekpieces reduce unnecessary pressure on the horse's mouth and ensure rein aids work correctly with the bit.  

Leather Bridle Headpiece and Cheekpiece: Bridle headpieces and cheekpieces are most commonly manufactured from leather due to its suppleness and flexibility.  We also offer a range of vegan leather accessories.

Adjustable Bridle Cheekpiece: Most bridle cheekpieces allow for complete adjustment thanks to multiple holes allowing you to adjust the height of the bit.  Some cheekpieces also offer clips rather than billets for ease of attachment to the bit.  These are most commonly found on work bridles.