- Most horses can be comfortably ridden in a simple snaffle bit. This is an eggbutt snaffle.2005 K. Blocksdorf
- Many horses are ridden in western curb bits. A curb bit amplifies the rein aid through leverage.Photo 2006 K. Blocksdorf
- Horses that have trouble carrying a bit may be more comfortable wearing a side pull or other type of bitless bridle.Photo 2008 K. Blocksdorf