{"product_id":"aster-confidence-titanium-double-jointed-lock-up-fixed-ring","title":"Aster Confidence Titanium Double Jointed Lock Up Fixed Ring","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe Aster Confidence titanium double-jointed lock-up fixed ring is designed to provide stability and reassurance while maintaining a softer, more even feel across the tongue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eCrafted in premium titanium, the mouthpiece offers gentle warmth and lightness in the mouth. The central double joint distributes pressure more evenly than a traditional single joint, supporting horses who prefer a flatter, more accommodating feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe subtle lock-up mechanism prevents over-collapse of the mouthpiece, maintaining straightness and stability without creating rigidity. This allows rein aids to be applied more consistently, and it has a dual role in reducing horse- and rider-related tensions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe side rings are fixed to prevent lip pinch, which is often associated with a loose ring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eA considered option for developing horses, sensitive mouths, or those seeking greater stability without excess interference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eGood for the following horses:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e•\u003cspan\u003e             \u003c\/span\u003eReluctant to take a consistent contact\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e•\u003cspan\u003e             \u003c\/span\u003eUnsettled or unstable in other bits\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e•\u003cspan\u003e             \u003c\/span\u003eGreener or more sensitive horses needing reassurance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e•\u003cspan\u003e             \u003c\/span\u003eHorses sensitive to single joint pressure, or that hang on one rein\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e•\u003cspan\u003e             \u003c\/span\u003eThose who dip in and out of the connection\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe fixed ring, commonly known as an eggbutt, holds the mouthpiece in a steady position, preventing excessive sliding or rotation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThis reduced mobility allows rein aids to feel more immediate and direct, with a slightly slower release compared to a loose ring. For some horses, this creates a clearer, more defined conversation and greater consistency in the contact.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aster Bits","offers":[{"title":"115mm","offer_id":57894010847577,"sku":"C2-DJ-T-F 115","price":120.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"125mm","offer_id":57894010880345,"sku":"C2-DJ-T-F 125","price":120.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"135mm","offer_id":57894010913113,"sku":"C2-DJ-T-F 135","price":120.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"145mm","offer_id":57894010945881,"sku":"C2-DJ-T-F 145","price":120.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0953\/1405\/1417\/files\/Aster-16_c.webp?v=1783732856","url":"https:\/\/www.saddlemasters.co.uk\/products\/aster-confidence-titanium-double-jointed-lock-up-fixed-ring","provider":"Saddle Masters","version":"1.0","type":"link"}