Circle Y Martha Josey-Mitchell 2-Piece Twist Reverse Lifter Bit

The 0118-5000 Josey Mitchell 2-Piece Twist Reverse Lifter offers slight gag action while providing enough leverage to increase shoulder control and balance. The twisted wire mouthpiece offers additional leverage to the corners of the mouth and bars to reframe and rebalance a horse who tends to lean on the bridle.

Martha Josey is quite the legend within the barrel racing industry through her vast accomplishments and highly sought-after year-round clinics. She is an 11-Time NFR Qualifier in Barrel Racing, 1980 NFR World Champion, WPRA and NBHA Champion, Olympic Gold Medalist Barrel Racer, and World-Renowned Clinician. Martha and her team took their time designing each bit in her line to aid in the development and growth of each one of her students.

"These bits have proven themselves, not only in our Josey clinics, schools, and seminars but also in competitions worldwide." - Martha Josey

IDEAL FOR:

• The horse that is seasoned and patterned.
• A rider that wants more leverage and control in the pattern.
• A rider who needs more lift and control.
• A seasoned horse who tends to lean on the bridle.

WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT:

• It can help package a horse up to keep them collected and on their hind quarter through turns.
• It can help correct an elevated nose and dropped shoulder.
• Sweet iron mouth is intended to rust to promote salivation for a more supple mouth.
• Small gag action is to help provide pre-signals to the horse before pressure is applied from a cue.

HELPFUL TIPS:

• Applies pressure to the tongue and bars when pressure is applied to the reins.
• Curb chain tightness allows for the customization of pressure.
• Start loose and increase tightness for additional control or increased signaling.
• This bit falls in our Stage C category; Stage C bits are used on horses that respond well to poll pressure and neck reining.

MORE DETAILS:

• All leverage bits should be used with a curb chain to function correctly. Without a curb chain, a shanked bit can rotate back toward the rider. Curb chains should stop the shank’s rotation at approximately 45 degrees.
• Cheeks are made of medical-grade stainless steel to prevent rust and guarantee longevity.
• Each bit is closely inspected by a team of expert craftsmen who pride themselves on the quality of their workmanship.
• 8 1/2" Cheek
• 5" Mouth
• Gag Action

LIFETIME WARRANTY:

• That’s right, we mean it
• If at any point your bit is showing damage, call our customer service team to receive a prompt repair

CARE INSTRUCTIONS:

• Store indoors or in a tack room
• Wipe or brush off debris after each use
• Check your bit for wear before each use