To maximize the effectiveness of the EquiBalance® Gymnastic system, it's important to adhere to the following guidelines:
When initially using the equipment, it is advisable to set the EquiBalance® Training reins to a wide frame, allowing your horse to acclimate to the gear.
To ensure comfortable contact on the bit and uninterrupted functionality of the training rein, we recommend attaching the lunge line to a lunging cavesson rather than clipping it directly to the bit.
Step-by-step:
1. Begin by attaching the breastplate strapping to the girth below. Adjust the length until the principal pulley is situated at the middle of the chest, ensuring there is approximately one palm-sized space under the throat-line.
2. Determine the appropriate frame size for your horse by adjusting the training rein according to the length of the horse’s neck. Ensure it is set long enough to allow the horse to stretch forward-down completely.
3. To secure the equipment in place, attach the safety elastics to the side rings of the saddle or lunging girth.
4. If you need to shorten the frame without readjusting the strapping, you can alter the length of the rope rein by tying a knot close to the trigger carabiners. This adjustment is easily reversible, allowing you to release the rope to its original size when necessary.
Check list:
1. Customize Frame Size: Adjust the length of the strapping to the frame size that accommodates your horse's physical condition and training level. A proper fit ensures optimal functionality and comfort during training sessions.
2. Maintain Safety Elastics: Always keep the safety elastics attached during use. These elastics play a vital role in maintaining the secure positioning of the equipment.
3. Avoid Interference: Refrain from placing any objects on the rope rein that may interfere with the system's functionality. Maintaining a clear and unobstructed setup is essential for achieving desired training outcomes.
4. Ensure Proper Adjustment: Double-check that all strapping is fully adjusted and not left loose. Proper adjustment not only ensures the stability of the equipment but also helps prevent any potential damage that may occur due to loose fittings.
By adhering to these guidelines, you can optimize the performance and safety of the EquiBalance® Gymnastic system, providing your horse with an effective and comfortable training experience.
What to do if your horse wouldn't take the bit?
If your horse tends to evade contact by keeping its head behind the vertical line, adjust the training reins to a wide frame and shift the neck piece towards the poll.
To encourage the opening of the angle between the head and throat latch, guide your horse to forward-down head position while maintaining a steady contact on the lunge line attached to the cavesson.
By helping your horse understand that moving forward-down or filling up the frame will not cause him any discomfort in the mouth, he will become willing to take the bit and carry himself in a comfortable and improved body position.
Practice until your horse can sustain this position in a relaxed manner throughout the training session.
What to do if your horse is pushing against the bit?
In cases where the horse resists the contact on the bit, move the neck piece of the EquiBalance® Training reins towards the withers, providing less room to evade the desired frame.
With correct lunging technique, your horse will realize that the pressure on the bit corresponds to its own input into the system.
By helping your horse understand that releasing this tension leads to a more comfortable body position and improved connection on the bit, you can encourage him to fill the frame correctly.
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