Hackamores

[ashlingm]

im very interested in the NH thing and hoping to start out and use hackamores for some comps (like sj), but am finding it very difficult to obtain one . i was wondering would anyone here have one that they are willing to part with (for cash of course!),
sorry if this is in the wrong place .
thanks

[lauradomenica]

Hi Aisling,

Are you looking for a structured affair like a bitless bridle or rope hackamore?

So good to see you being adventurous and looking to try out new ways.

Laura Domenica
www.connectedhorsemanship.com

[Elaine]

Hiya

I get my rope halters from www.lodgeropes.com (lots of colours, lovely folk!) I don't know if you could compete in one.... what are the current SJAI rules for bitting in competiitions? If this is your first halter, it'd be good to do some groundwork in it before you hop on at home, just to get your horse used to it, as it'll feel a good bit different to riding in a bridle for your horse.

Bitless wise you can get a bitless bridle (they have a crossover thing at the back, with no bit) but maybe better to try one first, as some horses like them, some don't.

There's others too, but its too early on a monday for my brain to think properly!

[linus65]

If it's an English hackamore you are after - I have one in medium size if you are interested - used once. pm me if you are interested.
Lena

[ashlingm]

im after an english hackamore...it would need to be a full size though. ive a big id with an xf sized head!
does any one have a lot of experience with english hackamores...is it possible to get the medium sized one and get it altered to make it fit my guy, are the strappy bits to adjut the size easy to get hold of
thanks again...and sorry about the thread being in the wrong place...and the fact it took me so long to reply

[verity]

Personally I think hackamores qquite harsh.

[verity]

Personally I think hackamores quite harsh. Why would you consider one better than a mild bit?