Curved bit to reduce the "nutcracker" action and to alleviate pressure on the tongue and bars of the mouth. Prevents contact with the roof of the horses mouth. Allows for effective communication between horse and rider whilst encouraging relaxation and salivation. Fixed cheek offering a secure contact, ideal for young inexperienced horses to assist with straightness and head direction. Mild bit designed to allow the rider to have an independent control of each side of the mouth, preferable to horses with less palate clearance.