RIDING MY BEAUTIFUL STALLION... BITLESS?! first time ever...

[@alliehallbeck7592]

Bitless has always been an important part of my riding because sometimes it shows the horse that they don't need something in their mouth for you to feel safe with them and also it truly builds excellent trust between rider and horse. I would always recommend someone to ride bitless once in a while.

[@itsme-so7no]

Yess! I don’t ride with bits because I don’t particularly like them just because I think they can be uncomfortable for the horse and I want my horse to be able to listen to me without metal in there mouths.

[@vintage.chestnut3669]

But riding bitless causes more pain, unless you ride with a neck rope. With a bitless bridle, it is designed to control the horse through pain, as muscles on it’s face area, when you pull on the bitless bridle, you pull on sensitive muscles, therefore causing pain for the horse.

[@elliecox8145]

@@vintage.chestnut3669 if its fitted right it won't cause pain

[@vintage.chestnut3669]

@@elliecox8145 nope, all bitless bridles fitted right or not, still cause pain, when you pull.

[@emelieemeraldlake3414]

@@vintage.chestnut3669 It's not like riding in a bit is any better. It's also more natural for the horse to ride bitless than having a piece of metal in their mouth. As long as you don't pull too much or too hard, it can be an amazing bridle.

[@kippen64]

There's an organisation who's lobbying the FEI to allow bitless bridles in dressage.

[@sidilicious11]

Standardbred Adventures I hope they allow it sooner than later!

[@fonjadidi]

As they should!!

[@sausageswiper6657]

@@sidilicious11 what's the organization? I ride bitles and I really want to compete dressage so I'd love to know more :)

[@sidilicious11]

Peanut butter sorry, I don’t know.

[@sausageswiper6657]

@@sidilicious11 oops, sorry didnt mean to reply to you :)

[@eevadc]

I ride bitless all the time, because I believe that you don’t have to have a bit to control the horse! This is not a comment to try and rub in peoples’ faces, because you do you! I ride without a saddle too, so I’m happy that other riders are discovering this type of riding!!

[@TheSleepychicken]

I agree about riding bareback. I find this gives both you and the horse a better feel. Riding is about communication. The better the communication the better the result. I loaned a horse that was going to be destroyed as it was unrideable and dangerous. I removed the really strong gag bit and I had a different horse. She was sweet, a very easy ride. At the end of the summer loan she was sold on by the owners as she had to bad a reputation at home. I gave her back a future and had a fun summer with her.

[@daniella3784]

@@TheSleepychicken very horse is different some absolutely hate the pressure on there nose so its easier to ride them in a bit without a noseband but also some don't like the pressure in the mouth so then its easier to have them in a bitless bridle! It always depends on your horse for example i ride two horses one twice a week and the other once every other week one of them doesn't care what you use on her and the other absolutely hates pressure on the nose due to allergies in the summer you can barely put a headcollar on him so you can imagine what he'll be like with a bitless bridle

[@user-mf6fi5tb4z]

@@TheSleepychicken you have my respect

[@jenniferrebecca2813]

So refreshing to find a KZbin comment saying “you do you”. People have such strong opinions on here! I’m waiting for my first hate comment 😂

[@Gastassa]

Even tho it fells better and more free bareback pls remeber the saddle it for the horses nit the riders.💖

[@jessicav3296]

I’m glad you tried him bit less, bits doesn’t always mean control.

[@philweissburg2194]

I have news for you....if you have a bit in the mouth and the horse wants to gallup at speed....nothing is going to stop him....watch any horse race...when its over the jockey's all stand up in their stirrups...creating enough wind resistance to slow the horse down....

[@jessicav3296]

If you rely on the bit your horse will just get worse and you will never be able to stop then or slow them down, sometimes you do have to use more pressure on the mouth but ultimately, it could make the horse worse

[@queenofstitcheswarrior2668]

Control comes from trust between the two. The stronger the bond☺️

[@philweissburg2194]

@@queenofstitcheswarrior2668 I still say, any horse is capable of any behavior at any time.....

[@daniella3784]

Every horse is different some absolutely hate the pressure on there nose so its easier to ride them in a bit without a noseband but also some don't like the pressure in the mouth so then its easier to have them in a bitless bridle! It always depends on your horse for example i ride two horses one twice a week and the other once every other week one of them doesn't care what you use on her and the other absolutely hates pressure on the nose due to allergies in the summer you can barely put a headcollar on him so you can imagine what he'll be like with a bitless bridle

[@rosalindannwebb685]

That is the best I’ve seen gee go . He loved the bit less bridle and he was very well controlled and obeyed and listened to your commands very well and I think it’s the way to go because he’s such a wonderful horse and is great. The aids were understood totally. Fabulous. Take care ❤️⭐️🐴

[@reedyriver506]

I hope one day bitless dressage competitions are a reality

[@NuggieIsMissing]

Same. Personally, I say to let the rider choose if they use double reins or a bitless or bitted bridle or not. No one knows a horse than the one that rides them

[@gerrycoleman7290]

You can make it happen.

[@camillamalmquist141]

yeag like why shoudnt it be

[@sidilicious11]

Me too!

[@windfall331]

Love how you were so surprised- gobsmacked- when your horse demonstrated the importance of your bond. Trust is a give and take journey. You trusted him with a bitless bridle- and the reward was your joy. Love it.

[@elliecox8145]

I actually switched to the nalanta bridle about a week ago and my pony is a lot better behaved because he used to fight the bit a lot but now he is a legend especially jumping

[@barbaracole7515]

Loving your video with bittless bridle Just found you. Will look for more videos from you. Barbara cole Ft. Lauderdale, Florida

[@claireoverturf8988]

Wow, that's amazing! I personally haven't ever ridden bittless, as I am a beginner, but it seems pretty cool, and if it made your pony show its full potential, that's even better!

[@suxe9021]

Less pain more real trust

[@hime1248]

I started riding my mare bitless 3 years ago and i will never go back. She is so much more calm and relaxed and listens netter to my signals

[@suxe9021]

Happier horse happier Rider!

[@courtneystamaria3575]

Yesss! Go bitless! 🤩 I noticed how much happier my boy was when I went bitless too! You can just tell they are thankful for it!

[@gerrycoleman7290]

You are listening to your horse. That is great. I wish others would do the same.

[@equineava_]

Yay! I’m so glad that you got the chance to try bit less bridle on him, he did so well with it too! ❤️❤️

[@ronjag348]

In comparison to the first bridle, the second ride with the bitless bridle looked even more harmonious💕💕 u 2 are so cute

[@nadgamez4266]

I bet he was like - “YES! no more cold bit 😜”

[@gailwiddowson1811]

Hiiiiiiiiiii

[@hayley-r8b]

haha

[@gerrycoleman7290]

'Yes, no more cold painful bit.'

[@algypsy17]

I had different experiences riding bitless, using rope-halters. All experiences where positif, horses relaxed and clearly happy. A friend of mine also rode her horse exclusively in sidepull doing only trailrides, no problem whatsoever. As you ride mostly with your body, the bit is not essential, the reins connect to the head, but most aids don't need the bit, that's why one can ride fairly well with just a neckrope. I am happy you enjoyed your experience, it's so amazing to try new things and get thrilled when it's fun !

[@gerrycoleman7290]

Good for you. Excellent. Thank you for making your horse's life better.

[@julianamatias107]

Can we just talk about how beautiful she is!

[@jasminesmith440]

Isn’t she though

[@CaseyWarmath]

Ya

[@YesYes-mu6ce]

@@sophiescott1680 they are talking about Erin i think xD

[@sophiescott1680]

@@YesYes-mu6ce oh that would make sense 😂😂🤦🏼‍♀️

[@libby6838]

Ik!shes too pretty!

[@fernlintner65]

Excellent video! It is not cliche to say your bond is better It really shows his training and that you do not rely on the bridle. It is more about you gaining confidence in him. And that is a really good feeling. Everyone talks about your horse trusting you but it is super cool when you can start trusting the horse totally shows how fearful lol that we are.

[@matejkajo]

Nalanta is Jesse Drent's company :)

[@sophiescott1680]

Thought I recognised the name 😅

[@kms9891-p3z]

my horses love bitless, and you can really feel through the video how much happier your horse is when bitless, he is more relaxed and so are you

[@Roxzyh]

How does this video have sooooo many dislikes vs a few likes?? I felt like it was so nice to watch! Looked so genuine and the horse is amazing. I can only compliment Erin for trying new things and showing what a nice bond they have

[@horsesavvy8]

Your horse is gorgeous. I love that you tried bitless and your reactions. He looked happier as well. I have been riding bitless for over 20 yrs. I havn't used a bit on any horse since going bitless. You build an amazing bond as you have taken away the discomfort/pain a bit can cause as well as the emotional thoughts of this for the horse. Control comes from this bond not from a bit. 😀

[@Sam-tl9ob]

I tried my horse in a hackamore a few weeks ago and he honestly felt better that way! I could feel him softening and tracking up better- I wish they were legal in more shows :(

[@thathorserider3135]

Me too my horse doesn’t have a lot of teeth so it’s easier. I don’t show my horse because of his age ,but I did wish they would show hackamores because it’s better for some horses. How old is your horse?

[@gerrycoleman7290]

Are you referring to a traditional hackamore (no metal)?

[@NoCoverCharge]

that horse is the most beautiful creature i have seen in a long time

[@HorseyHonor]

The most pleasing thing to me is how well you keep his way of going and obviously dont rely on your bit to force Gs head 'round' 😍😍😍 such a beautiful combo xxx

[@grahamberends6613]

Thank you for riding bitless. I feel that Gee will have enormous respect for you, if that respect was given too him, and if you connected with him. When I saw you doing your first ride on him after 8 months not riding him, you showed a lack of trust for Gee, amongst others, putting an extra peice in his mouth so that you could control him. Glad you have got over the hurdle of riding bitless, trusting him and connecting with what he offers you.

[@zooeyzanger3318]

Once you can effectively communicate with your horse without the use of sometimes painful and uncomfortable bits, you'll actually find it even easier to communicate with each other since there's no fear of feeling uncomfortable doing so.

[@lenacat3207]

My horse has always had a mind of his own (though he is still eager to listen) and I tried just using a halter on him and attaching the other end of the lead rope to the other side of the halter...and he did so well!!! He listens to that way better than with a bit and is a lot more willing to do what I ask. I now have completely left the bridle behind and always ride him in a halter. It's perfect and is way more comfortable for him. Honestly, bits are not essential and I think people should be open to riding bitless :)

[@horsygame8953]

I only ride my horse in bitless, and it is SO BETTER THAN HAVING A BRIDLE. For a dressage horse, it is very good to ride them often without a bit so they can be relaxed. It is also good for them to not have something in the mouth that constatly makes pressure etc... GOOD YOU SEE A DIFFERENCE !

[@fonjadidi]

That's great! I'm transitioning now to bitless only using my halter atm, may I also what bridle you use ? :)

[@horsygame8953]

@@fonjadidi For my horse, ( trained to be ride bitless) I us a normal star hacamore or what erin uses

[@fonjadidi]

@@horsygame8953 awesome thanks!!

[@anna_mitchell2139]

It’s cool seeing people coming out of there comfort zone and see they don’t need all this tack to control tier horse! When I realized that,that’s rlly when I learned how to ride(not saying you can’t ride your an amazing rider and I’m just talking about me personally)

[@hannah-gg5rq]

He may be like “ I like this strange thing on my face “

[@ava-isabella4275]

I love riding bitless. I really feel like you can really trust your horse and bond with them. Ive been riding since I was 4 and I was so scared and nervous when I first rode biteless but it was so amazing and she+he produced twice the about of amazing work than they do normally. Love your videos Erin!!

[@toddbreen3187]

Your looks, your accent and your gorgeous horses are the stuff that dreams are made of. Happy trails!

[@zarahboeters5186]

Great your trying this. Funny to see though for someone who never uses a bitt. I've got a pretty funky horse, but we ride without bitt, he reacts the best to that. Youre horses get used to it more quickly than you, give them some trust ❤️ and Gee shows he deserves the trust, you guys are an amazing combo.

[@KateEq]

look how collected he is even without a bit, that shows how she doesn’t rely on the bit for control. great job!

[@myronschabe]

Firstoff, what a cool horse, amazing mover! In terms of bitless, most horses I have ridden bitless do much, much better that with a bit..and to be specific I am talking about side pulls...I had one pony who really did not collect up great in the side pull and a full cheeck snaffle worked better on him. I have had one white nosed mare ( tendency to get sun burned ) who did dramatically better bitless as she was always nervous with a bit no matter how mild or light with the hands, I do think in part because the sunburn played a part. That mare in particular would collect up amazing in the side pull or simple jumping hackamore and it really relaxed her. My third point is be sure whatever bitless bridle you have make sure it is fitted properly because that is critically important to how it is supposed to work ( and not potentially injure the horse ). For sure they should not be too low over the soft cartilage of the nose.

[@poniesatemypencils]

This is absolutely amazing! So great to see people at least trying bitless out! Especially someone like you who has never thought about riding bitless before. Well done! Horses generally go well in bitless bridles (sidepulls, like the Nalanta) because it's similar pressure to a halter. If a horse knows how to lead on the ground, good with listening to the aids, they should understand bitless bridle pressure well. Off course there are some horses that may need more training on the ground beforehand because it's something new. Also riding with your seat more than your hands is so important too. Since you're a dressage rider, you probably know this. I'm a bitless rider and I started my young green arabian bitless (just in a halter). I ride him through town, long 20km trail rides at a walk trot and canter, I have done jumping, and mounted games - all bitless. Remember, having control is an illusion. We will never have full control over such a large flight animal. But training is key, also doing things to strengthen your bond with your horse. I also do liberty and clicker training with my horse, and that has made my horse very loyal and he puts his trust in me, he always seeks comfort in me whenever he gets anxious. I hope you do more bitless riding in the future, I actually really hope bitless bridles become allowed by the FEI for all sports. I would love to do dressage with my bitless arab one day.

[@robblair3703]

Seems like such a nice natured horse. Good thing, since he looks like he's absolutely huge. Gentle giant.

[@majacarlsson8244]

I switch between bitless and bit because my horse prefers the variation. He was broken inwith a sidepull so bitless is what he is more used to. Love your channel

[@fonjadidi]

Great work! It's quite funny how we equestrians sometimes get so nervous about bit less riding when a horse really should know how to behaving in a halter as they're always training in them and taken the to A to B in a halter! I'm starting to do bitless riding now just in a halter and will invest in hopefully the nalanta bridle when it's going well lol

[@mphorsemanship4737]

At first I felt a bit odd with your comments of not having control or stopping without a bit but then you reminded us you’ve never done it and you’ve been trained in classical dressage! I personally agree with the rider should have a choice of what their horses wear in comps. I ride my horse bitted and bitless and she does well both ways, I think we should always go for what the horse does best in. And control is a human way of making ourselves feel better lol. Even with a bit we never truly have control of a horse, they are much stronger and if the wanted to punch through the pressure of the bit they could at any moment, the same with a bitless. So I agree to always be safe with your horse but the biggest thing is to train them properly on the ground and through slow development and they will most likely to be able to go in anything:) and it’s so nice to see top riders like yourself trying new things so openly❤️ maybe if you were to start a petition for more bitless dressage competitions or a least classes I’m sure a large amount of people would sign especially with your following! We need to put the horses over tradition😊

[@jenz4524]

My horse is permanently bitless. He has many dental issues that prevent him from holding a bit properly. Bitless riding takes time and the horse needs to know your cues and still be able to listen to the rider. I want the nalanta bridle, but need to save up first.

[@queenofstitcheswarrior2668]

So nice to see the trust between you and your horse❣️ I can tell you have a lot of respect for eachother. I don’t know much about horse riding since i had 3 lessons. But i find it so beautiful to watch, calming and gracious. The bond and trust is the most important thing. I was a tom boy and took the haflingers for a ride outside and did not know what we were doing but it was so much fun. It was not safe but i had a very good bond with them, they let me do anything. I could lay on top of them sleeping and as a baby horse he fell asleep on my lap in the field. Best memories ☺️

[@LoveMyHorseMay]

Damn when I was younger I must’ve been brave cause I was riding my barrel racing horse in the field without any saddle or bridle just doodling around. There was only one time when she started bucking for about 2 secs and then she stopped, she just got excited lol 😅 but hey I didn’t come off! That horse took me to nationals and state. She was the most challenging horse I’ve ever ridden, heck she put me in the hospital once during a western pleasure event bucking me off. I was afraid of that horse for 4 years....she was too much horse for me when I was 8 years old. But after those 4 years and finally deciding to ride her not being scared of her I never got off. She turned out to be the best horse I’ve ever had and ridden.

[@horsygame8953]

Hello! Ein I absolutely loved your video and I am so glad you tried to ride bitless! Just one thing: your bitless bridle is not actually fitted correctly, it is to "down" on the nose. You can just put it on like a normal headcollar and ajust it the same way as a headcollar too. You can also find videos on YT to help you so you will improve! Just continue you are the best!

[@theerinwilliams]

I thought I didn’t get it quite right this first time 😭 will try again!!

[@sidilicious11]

You two looked great with the bitless. I loved how happy you both were.

[@CondolWalking]

It’s really good for a horse to go bitless as rewards, as I’ve noticed how many horses go much more willingly without the bit. I also noticed that a foaming at the mouth can be very painful for a horse, so I wasn’t too surprised when I saw him so willing. Thank you for trying it out!

[@lucybailey6795]

i’m so happy you did this. i ride at an entirely bitless barn and this is so exciting to see!

[@CarolRobertsonPsychosensory]

Horses love being comfortable and being able to close their mouth. I have found that they go better in the bitless. I add fur and I find they go forward more into the bridle. Currently introducing to trained Andalusian who was stumbling in a big, and it has massively cheered him up. And feel him moving into the bridle. We are using LG Zaum with Nalanta headset with this horse. I have been riding bitless for over twenty years as my horse was missing a tooth. Time that we can do dressage bitless.

[@maki-xi8mv]

I think he looks more relaxed than with a bit. I usually do a lot of bit less and without anything on my horses head just with a rope around my horses neck and for both of us it’s very calming and fun

[@faithnolt1823]

Hey Erin! I have a horse that was 7 yrs old when I bought him and he never had a bit in his mouth. Very respectful and loves speed...

[@peightonstorm1053]

That's really awesome I'd like to see more people doing that starting from the beginning never have a bit that would be so great for the horses

[@lavignemorte]

Yah! Love Jesse and his ethos. I've ridden bittless for a number of years now and my girl prefers it and is easy peasy even in exciting situations with lots of other horses around. FEI really need to get a cop on. Bits aren't needed for most horses there are exception of course but I think with training we could drop bits eventually.

[@keirar8406]

Awww! Gee is so cute! What breed is he? I'm sure you've said it before, but I might have not seen that video. Love you Erin!🥰🥰

[@ryleeblosser768]

I think she has said in previous video's he is a Dutch warmblood but not positive!!

[@piggypalsminionmartin865]

@Gaming with Biscuit that’s not a breed that a gender it’s a boy horse

[@ryleeblosser768]

@Gaming with Biscuit It says that in the title that Gee is a stallion

[@vivianinman2754]

@@ryleeblosser768 Yes, but the person is asking what breed Gee is , not what gender.

[@ryleeblosser768]

@@vivianinman2754 I know, I had the first reply and already said I think he is Dutch Warmblood

[@sandyriddle4520]

Always love watching you Erin! So pleased you tried bitless and really experienced the transformation - you and Gee looked absolutely amazing. I am a huge fan of riding bitless and the extra trust and bond it brings to riding. It's a leap of faith, but you never look back... Look forward to seeing more 😉

[@justinneill5003]

I can well imagine how liberating and satisfying it must be to connect with the horse and have him respond like that with no element of coercion. That was a very worthwhile exercise in bonding and trust! I’ll be interested to see how it goes if you incorporate it into your routine on a regular basis.

[@maggiebrennan4000]

He looked so much happier 🥰🤩 he’s so gorgeous tho 😍

[@shellysonnen5698]

I want one of Jesses bridles so bad!!! Beautiful!

[@marymartin8763]

Fun fact, most horses are started(broken) in a halter or some type of bitless option because nose pressure is the most basic cue because if they can lead, they’ll give to nose pressure. Once the horse is trained a bit they might move to a different bitless option for more training or go straight to a snaffle and be trained more for an advanced bit. I used to think bitless was the best way but I spent two years learning all I could about bitless and bits. The bit isn’t always the problem, sometimes it is you and your training/connection with your horse. If you need to go bitless because your horses is having problems riding and there’s no issues with their teeth/mouth and they’re sound to ride and their saddle and girth fits and the bit you were using isn’t too advanced for them, then it probably isn’t the bit it’s probably your riding. Also lots of bitless options like some mechanical hackamores and even a bosal can be too harsh and rub the hair off the nose/chin and sometimes the hair never grows back. It’s not always the tack, sometimes it’s us that’s the problem

[@CaydeeRey]

I Love everything from jesse's brand ❤️❤️❤️

[@natalyaboothe7162]

I hope you ride bitless more in the future, he did so well! Also, I wonder how some of the other horses would react to a bitless bridle?

[@jackdiodato2465]

Full control of a stallion without a bit or bosal. Very well trained.

[@sarahmaefrancis1139]

my friends horse was forever spooking and was so strong, we tried everything under the sun, from feed to tack, everything. but then we tried a bitless and he was a changed horse. well done for trying it!

[@avikasixfour2362]

Ex dressage rider here, I rode dressage for 5 years before completely switching to endurance. I found all horses I rode were eventually better bitless than bitted (some needed few more sessions to understand it fully). I left dressage as I couldnt compete with my horse (he had damaged tongue from his pervious owner misusing bit). Now all horses I train are ridden bitless, it allows horse to voice their opinions better and rider to to avoid shortcuts. Right now there is a huge battle to allow bitless in fei competitions, hacks are allowed in jumping and xc but not dressage. After starting tons of unhandled stallions bitless I can also confirm that you are as safe or even safer bitless (talking about bolting. You should do one rein stop, opposed to pulling on both reins as some begginers think. One rein stop calmly stops a horse, some horses are super sensitive if pressure is applied on one side of the bit, to put it simply too much one sided pressure hurts some. And pain doesnt mix well with scared horse. With a horse that bolts, rears or does all kinds of "crazy" things I only use rope halters, I found that its way more effective this way)

[@LOTRluver365]

I've been riding my 21 year old appendix bitless now for 4 months (total of 6 months). Within two sessions he went from nervous high chicken head to level and relaxed. He sticks his head into the nose band for me without any prodding. I also rode out 18.1 draft horse in just a halter (we "knew" his previous history but we were all so incredibly uncertain about how he would do and we didn't have any draft bits) he also did fantastic. He stopped right on que and turned beautifully, I really think bitless is the way to go. For me it tells the horse you are trusting them to respond to you and in return they don't have to worry about any pain (accidental or otherwise) that they could potentially receive

[@kellyduffy9454]

Fantastic! Everyone thought I was nuts for going bit less,best thing I’ve ever done. Your body aids are more important & the bond you build is stronger. ❤

[@MaddieEquestrian]

So glad you tried this out, this gives me confidence to try this out on my own horse!😃

[@jnicole3926]

Your horse thanks you for bit less. He thinks, I get to work without a gag and pain! Yay! Thank you mum I’m so much happier this way!

[@TerryReedMiss]

Your horses will ADORE you for this! Love you for this! Keep it up! AND, I cannot resist stating the fact: you are such a pretty girl!

[@Prairie_Gypsy]

She almost seems emotional! Honestly it’s the absolute best method to use. I break all of my horses without a bit.

[@mdee860]

Amazing! Esp. for a 3 yr old? 🤯🐴❤ I wonder if horses are just so dang happy to get that metal bit out of their mouths - that they give you a great ride as a Thank You! Love it, Gee is special. Brilliant Bitless Bridle design 👍👏👏👏

[@studentalisongribbin4668]

GEE IS SO SO SO BEAUTIFUL

[@lucillewurl9223]

At my old barn I almost always rode bitless. I loved it, it was also very easy to just slip on the bridle and go 💗👍 I’m supposed that Gee took this so well, you can barley tell the difference from him riding in a bit from this video.

[@vickycornyt]

Omg Gee is so beautiful! And the bit less bridal is really cool!❤️can you please reply? That would make my day!

[@fannygabriellidegaard703]

I ride my horse in the same nalanta bitless bridle and he is so much better without the bit, he just loves it😍🤩

[@madisondurrett9718]

Your horses are Beautiful!!✨🐎🐴

[@94LYCKAN]

So nice you tried bitless! :D I have only ridden bitless on my horse and have trained her from the begging since she was a foal. Now she is 5 and it has never been a problem riding bitless and she is super safe to ride both bitless and bareback! :D

[@MalloryYoung-bj5pf]

Pause at 15:46 and don't even try to tell me he eyes aren't BLOODY GORGIOUS

[@naturcation]

WAW Erin you got guts gal, as much as Gee is the safest and most beautiful stallion I've ever seen, just waw I would never have the guts to ride a stallion bit less!! Well done! Xxl love ❤️ your channel and all your horses!!

[@piggypalsminionmartin865]

He’s so cute ❤️and so gentle

[@naturcation]

@@piggypalsminionmartin865 He is, he's the most well behaved stallion I've ever seen!! Ps. He's also a big gentle giant, that loves ❤️ his food soaking wet 😂!

[@mariaconnolly3]

Ive been waiting for this video! I’ve always loved the Nalanta bridle😍

[@laciecastle1476]

Can we just look at the way she makes all her horses look prettier than they already are she is the queen

[@alexandradrew6981]

I changed to bitless because my horse hated bits, we tried every bit going to make him more comfortable and nothing worked. He was at the point of being dangerous. Since switching him to bitless he is completely different and a pleasure to ride. I've always said, of something doesn't work for him then we find something that does and bitless for him is amazing. He hacks, schools and jumps and he is so much happier and I'm happier knowing he's comfortable.

[@DoubleDogDare54]

I was recently watching a video on a YT channel called "Painted Desert Ranch". They out in Arizona somewhere I believe and raise QHs as well as cattle. Big spread, lots of livestock to work with their own horses. The last video I watched a mounted group was going out to round up a herd of mares and foals running in a huge pasture area. One of the horses used on that roundup was a palomino gelding that was only being ridden for the third time ever - and he was being ridden with a hackamore - no bit. He did fine. Did as he was told, helped round up the mares, calm, obedient. I should think if a range-bred QH on his third ride ever can be worked bitless in a situation like that, your highly trained dressage horse should be able to do the same.

[@IgnitingeducationOrg]

Most ranch horses are started with hackamores and work their way up to a bit.

[@pon1952leod]

Your horse will love you even more😍

[@junandabotha6656]

This was AWESOME to watch! Wow! I really think it’s also a testament to how proper dressage schooling should teach a horse to not only rely on the hands but actually mainly the seat and legs🤩.

[@reneehollenbeck5824]

Wow he looks sooo much more relaxed and balance with the bitless when comparing the two videos

[@DaisyLynny]

Everybody loves the nalanta bridle from jesse Drent! My horse sadly enough gets to strong bitles, she hangs in my hand way to much

[@dominikaodvarkova3531]

Love, that you tried bitless! There are still so many people, who think, that riding without bit means no control over a horse. Give you subscribe and can’t wait for another bitless video🙏🏽 keep going girl! 💫

[@melimelody3967]

I love that you tried it!!!! A lot of dressage riders think you need bits I think it’s great that you show us different I am a dressage rider and I have been thinking about trying to ride bitless! You just showed me that I neeeeed to try it great video!!! I love you love your horses!!! It’s great that you are open to try new things

[@1sacoyle]

Great video. I have an 18 yr. old Haflinger gelding that I purchased about 18 mo. ago. It became obvious that he wanted no parts of a bit; even a French snaffle. A friend suggested a western hackamore and boy what a difference it made in my guy. He is so much happier!

[@luluvsraven]

Jesse would be so proud 😊

[@equigirls629]

Can we just apreciat how kind ant beautifu she is ( gee too 💖)

[@lisarowe5822]

Wow bitless erin...fab to watch..yes I think he was loving it and made he felt connected to you more🤗🐴...well done you two x

[@loub.2992]

What a difference the bitless made. He really seemed to keep his head still compared to when he had a chunk of cold metal in his mouth. Of course it's strange for both of you to start with. I am definitely an advocate for going bitless and any horse can do it. Good luck with it and I hope we see more bitless riding. 🐴😁

[@Bert805]

I ride all my horses in bitless bridles for barrel racing, jumping, trail riding and anything else we do. Once I changed from bit to bitless they show they are happy with it. They also run faster because they can breathe better.

[@juliahomersham7770]

I've taken off my bridal completely while I was still on and my horse is a typical welsh pony

[@gun_dog_dave7304]

I'm about to order your flex leggings. I already have the sculpture ones and THEY'RE SO GOOD. Ily sm 💗💗

[@JenniNellist]

Loved you sharing this experience with us! I have been riding bitless since my teens - I would back ponies and ride them away bitless then add in the bit. When I got my own pony at the age of 20 I backed her bitless and she pretty much stayed that way as she hated the bit. My ex-racehorse I took bitless straight away with a very similar bridle - had the same wheels for noseband cheek and reins - made sure he responded from the ground then hacked him round the block. We did TREC with that bridle. I now ride my lovely Spanish horse bitless - his previous owner trained him bitless and bitless he will stay. I love how much more I have to be aware of my core when riding Inc laterals. I have a video on my own channel on how to fit the bridle.

[@retro2546]

Hi, I was wondering if every horse can be ridden bitless, for example if it never was ridden on one? I don't have my own horse, but when I'll, I think it would be a great idea to spice up trainings sometimes. And if yes, then what is the best bitless bridle? Not sharp one, like hackamore, but maybe other ones such as bosal, scawbrig or dr Cook bitless bridle?

[@JenniNellist]

@@retro2546 I think many horses can. It mostly depends on what they've learned about pressure over their nose and around their head. My Bronwen was pretty badly halter trained and when I got her, a tight hold on her lead rope put her into panic mode. So she doesn't react too well when a strong hold is taken on the reins bitless due to that very deep seated emotional reposnse. She is very good in a bit because she's never had the same learning experiences bitted. So kept calm she's fine bitless, but I wouldn't hack her that way for safety reasons. It's kind of an academic question with her too as she also has conformation issues that means she's not actually ridden very much.

[@murdaface3739]

Hackamore bridles are bitless as well and this almost looks like it hits some of the same spots. I’ve ridden with the bitless bridles that cross under the cheeks as well and honestly I LOVE to use them for training or trail riding and just everyday stuff so that when it’s time to train for the competition they have an even softer mouth which we know translates to easier aid control with a bit. He is GORGEOUS ALSO

[@ginnyferguson3772]

Awww hes just a lovely willing boy! That must have been amazing! 😍

[@zee-qr2ct]

I mostly ride bitless and my horse reacts really well on it, I think she prefers to not have a bit in her mouth because she seems happy and so do I :)

[@speedbandit8947]

I have a 18 hands Percheron Cross and have ridden with a Hackamore for years with no issues. I love how natural it seems for the horse.