You probably know the answer already since it’s been a while since you asked. However I’ll explain: The two reins are used on horses with a bit such as a Pelham, kimberwick, double bridle, elevator, and from time-to-time seen on an Argentine. These bits all offer two points: Snaffle and Leverage. The snaffle is the one that is on most contact since it’s 1:1 pressure (2lbs of pressure feels like 2lbs on the horse’s mouth), however a leverage (“curb”) option is also available to use if a horse gets super strong for things (people don’t usually keep contact on a leverage bit because of the pressure ratio, it’s 1:however many inches the shank is multiplied by the amount of pressure, example: 2lbs of pressure applied to a 4in leverage bit is 8lbs on the horse’s mouth). The leverage allows a bit more control if needed. It is a great training tool when used properly.
@@arrinletourneau good answer! I have to say though that while this video does show one way of holding double reins in the hand, she is not using a bit that's designed for double reins. Drives me NUTS when people use a gag bit without a gag headstall. I see it constantly and it defeats and nullifies the main purpose of a gag bit which is to apply poll pressure along with bit pressure.
@@tracyjohnson5023 I didn’t even see the elevator, I thought it was a Pelham! Good observation, thank you. I totally agree. I also get a bit frustrated with that.
this was very helpful! i just needed to know how to hold them in case i ever ride in a pelham/double bridle!
Thank you
Why double reins ! Is there any purpose ? And when should we use double rein ?
You probably know the answer already since it’s been a while since you asked. However I’ll explain:
The two reins are used on horses with a bit such as a Pelham, kimberwick, double bridle, elevator, and from time-to-time seen on an Argentine. These bits all offer two points: Snaffle and Leverage. The snaffle is the one that is on most contact since it’s 1:1 pressure (2lbs of pressure feels like 2lbs on the horse’s mouth), however a leverage (“curb”) option is also available to use if a horse gets super strong for things (people don’t usually keep contact on a leverage bit because of the pressure ratio, it’s 1:however many inches the shank is multiplied by the amount of pressure, example: 2lbs of pressure applied to a 4in leverage bit is 8lbs on the horse’s mouth). The leverage allows a bit more control if needed. It is a great training tool when used properly.
@@arrinletourneau good answer! I have to say though that while this video does show one way of holding double reins in the hand, she is not using a bit that's designed for double reins.
Drives me NUTS when people use a gag bit without a gag headstall. I see it constantly and it defeats and nullifies the main purpose of a gag bit which is to apply poll pressure along with bit pressure.
@@tracyjohnson5023 I didn’t even see the elevator, I thought it was a Pelham! Good observation, thank you.
I totally agree. I also get a bit frustrated with that.
I actually agree…. It won’t make that much difference to the bit really.