Bombers Bits Happy Tongue Loose Ring Eggbutt Bit

Bombers Happy Tongue Eggbutt Loose Ring Bit

The Stability of an Eggbutt with the Mobility of a Loose Ring

The Bombers Happy Tongue Eggbutt Loose Ring combines the stability of an eggbutt cheek with the freedom of movement offered by a loose ring, creating a unique design that delivers both comfort and responsive communication. Paired with the renowned Happy Tongue mouthpiece, this bit is particularly suited to horses that are sensitive to tongue pressure while still benefiting from the mobility associated with a loose ring.

The Happy Tongue mouthpiece features a solid, ergonomically curved design with a medium port that creates additional space for the tongue. By reducing pressure over this highly sensitive structure and distributing rein pressure more evenly across the bars within the interdental space, the mouthpiece encourages many horses to relax into the contact and develop greater confidence in the rider's hand.

The development of the Happy Tongue was inspired by horses displaying behaviours commonly associated with tongue discomfort, such as head shaking, tongue evasions and inconsistent acceptance of the contact. Whilst these behaviours may indicate sensitivity to tongue pressure, they can also have other causes and should always be assessed as part of a comprehensive bitting evaluation.

Why Choose the Eggbutt Loose Ring?

The innovative Eggbutt Loose Ring cheekpiece combines the best characteristics of two popular cheek designs.

Unlike a conventional loose ring, the eggbutt sleeve helps protect the lips from pinching while providing a more supportive feel against the sides of the mouth. At the same time, the loose ring maintains independent movement of the mouthpiece, allowing the horse to receive a clear release of rein pressure and encouraging relaxation through the jaw.

The eggbutt design also provides increased lateral stability, helping to reduce the likelihood of the bit being drawn through the mouth during turning movements while offering clearer steering aids than a standard loose ring.

Key Features

• Bombers Happy Tongue solid mouthpiece.

• Ergonomic curved profile with medium tongue-relief port.

• Reduced tongue pressure with even pressure distribution across the bars.

• Innovative Eggbutt Loose Ring cheekpiece.

• Helps minimise lip pinching.

• Retains the mobility and immediate release associated with a loose ring.

• Increased lateral stability to support turning and straightness.

• Suitable for schooling, hacking and competition where permitted.

Suitable For

The Happy Tongue Eggbutt Loose Ring may benefit horses that:

• Are sensitive to tongue pressure.

• Show signs of head shaking or tongue evasions when bitted.

• Prefer greater movement than a traditional Eggbutt provides.

• Require a quieter action than a conventional loose ring.

• Have larger or more sensitive lips.

• Benefit from additional lateral support without sacrificing mobility.

Blue Sweet Iron Mouthpiece

Bombers Bits are manufactured from Blue Sweet Iron, a material that naturally oxidises when exposed to moisture. This oxidation creates the characteristic blue-grey finish and produces a sweet-tasting surface that encourages many horses to salivate, supporting relaxation and acceptance of the bit.

The blue finish will naturally wear with use as the mouthpiece develops its protective patina. This is an expected characteristic of Blue Sweet Iron and does not affect the performance of the bit.

Our Assessment

For riders who appreciate the communication and responsiveness of a loose ring but would like greater stability and improved lip protection, the Bombers Happy Tongue Eggbutt Loose Ring offers an excellent compromise. Combined with the tongue-relieving Happy Tongue mouthpiece, it is a thoughtful option for horses that seek freedom of movement while remaining comfortable and confident in the contact. As with all bitting decisions, the most suitable choice should be based on the horse's oral conformation, way of going and individual response rather than behavioural signs alone.