Spade Bits

Spade horse bits, often called cathedral bits, are designed to allow riders to use softer hand aids while also encouraging their horse to flex. Improve your communication with your horse by choosing from our large selection of spade horse bits.

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Robart™ Spring Loaded Spade Mouth Bit
. Original price: $155.99
. Final price: $119.99
Up to 23% off
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Revolutionary new bit designs eliminates pinching of cheeks and tongues, redusing tension and stress. Mouth stays closed and calm, horses are able to concentrate on learning. Internal bushing permits either half of the bit to rotate independently of the other. Each side of the horse can be worked separately as in lifting a shoulder and flexing exercises. • Nice bit...
Robart Precision Cathedral Horse Bit
. Original price: $129.99
. Final price: $89.99
Up to 30% off
Internal bushings allow each side of the bit to work independently of the other. Spring loaded mouth lets you work each side of the horse separately as in lifting a shoulder or flexing exercises. Stress and resistance from your horse will decrease overtime with this bit. Roller glides across the horse’s palate so it is not as harsh some cathedrals....
Schneiders® Cathedral Mouth Bit with Antique Finish
. Original price: $129.99
. Final price: $89.99
Up to 30% off
Nice, attractive bit that encourages the proper head set and balance. • Antique bronze swivel cheeks with engraved silver plated overlay
• Swivel port allow rider to work each side individually while schooling
• Copper rollers on each side promote salivation and increase sensitivity
• Mouthpiece: 5”
• Cheeks: 7 1/2"
• Port: 2 ½”
• Bit diameter: 9/16”
Schneiders® Cathedral Bit with Silver Cheeks
. Original price: $94.99
. Final price: $64.99
Up to 31% off
• Not for inexperienced riders, heavy handed riders or young horses
• Nice bit for teaching horses the proper head set while maintaining loose reins
• High port automatically engages when the horse lifts his head
• Long straighter cheeks increase the response from riders hand to the mouth
• Relies on bar and palate pressure, offering relief when horse...
Schneiders® Cathedral Mouth Bit with Dots
. Original price: $84.99
. Final price: $59.99
Up to 29% off
Nice bit for teaching horses the proper head set while maintaining loose reins. • Long straighter cheeks increase the response from riders hand to the mouth
• Relies on bar and palate pressure, offering relief when horse flexes at the poll
• Black steel cheeks with decorative stainless steel dot accents
• Black steel mouthpiece (this bit will rust)
•...
Schneiders® Competitor Ball Jointed Spade Bit
. Original price: $87.99
. Final price: $59.99
Up to 31% off
Nice bit for seasoned, finished horses showing in Western classes. • Not for inexperienced riders, heavy handed riders or young horses
• High port automatically engages when the horse lifts his head
• Relies on bar and palate pressure, offering relief when horse flexes at the poll
• Stainless steel swivel cheeks and swivel port with copper rollers on each...
Schneiders® Congress Cathedral Bit
. Original price: $94.99
. Final price: $64.99
Up to 31% off
Great bit for the seasoned, finished Western pleasure or working cow horses. • Keeps horses very responsive to cues and keeps riders hands very light
• Ideal for teaching horses to break at the poll and lift at the shoulder
• Black steel cheeks and mouthpiece with copper inlay to promote salivation
• Applies pressure to the bars and palate...

All About Horse Spade Bits

Spade Horse Bits can look intimidating to riders who have never used them before but they can be useful if used properly. Though spade bits are not designed for young horses or riders, they are not as severe as many might think. Its intense design is engineered to give the horse light signals and allow them to respond before pressure is applied to the bit.

The Spade horse bit usually has long shanks, a curb chain, and a high port. This kind of bit can also come with a roller bar which encourages the horse to salivate to keep their mouth supple. The high port design found on most spade horse bits is to help the bit sit in the horse's mouth and allow space for the tongue. If used correctly spade horse bits can be much gentler than other simpler bits.

Frequently Asked Questions About Spade Horse Bits

What is a spade horse bit?

Spade horse bits are western style bits with long shanks and a high port. These bits are used for very well trained western horses who can efficiently respond to light aids from their rider. They are specifically designed to give the horse extra time to respond to rein aids before pressure is applied.

What are spade horse bits used for?

Spade horse bits are mainly used by advanced western riders who are riding a true ‘bridle horse’. This means that their horse has completed their training and is ready to use a spade horse bit.

Why do people use spade bits on horses?

Spade horse bits are used for horses who are very responsive to their riders hand aids. These bits can be gentler than bits with a simple design if they are used on the right horse. Soft hand aids are very effective when using a spade horse bit due to its design.

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