The Cradle Bridle is the result of a collaboration between famous bit maker, Ron Myler (Myler Bits) and Pat Parelli. They teamed up to design a bridle that would enhance clarity of communication from rider to horse therefore helping the horse feel more confident with contact. When using a bit, 100% of the pressure or communication is in the horse’s mouth – on the tongue and the bars. Horses are emotionally sensitive in the mouth and are easily confused and frightened when a rider makes mistakes or does not yet have enough ‘feel’, and some horses have ‘baggage’ and are very afraid of the bit. The Cradle makes a big difference because it has five points of contact, which helps to overcome tension and fear. It literally cradles the whole head, hence the name “Cradle Bridle”!