It can be easily placed on the horse and adjusted around the shoulder and girth to achieve an ideal fit. The neck straps of this martingale are connected by leather forming what is known as a 'bib', which helps hold the rider's reins together and prevents the horse from reaching back and catching the neck straps.
Why use a bib martingale?
A bib martingale works in the same way as a conventional martingale. The addition of a bib brings the reins together and prevents the horse from catching the neck strap in its mouth. It can be used to prevent a horse from raising its head above a point where it can be controlled. When the horse raises its head too high, the martingale exerts leverage on the bit through the reins, encouraging the horse to lower its head.
Choose from our range of bridles and reins to match your bib martingale.
Technical details
- Italian leather martingale with leather bib
- Adjustable shoulder strap
- Two rings for reins
- High-quality stitching
- Stainless steel buckles and fasteners
Care instructions
To optimize the life of your martingale and avoid stains, we strongly recommend that you care for the leather after each use.
- Use lukewarm water on a damp cloth or soft sponge to gently remove dust, dirt and grease from the surface. Be sure to concentrate on the areas around the curls and the main points of contact with your horse.
- We recommend conditioning leather sparingly with soap/cream, rubbing gently in a circular motion until all the product has been absorbed.
- Using a clean cloth, wipe off any excess soap/cream from the surface.
- Allow the leather to dry naturally in a well-ventilated area, away from any source of direct heat.
