Even Pressure: Tom Richards’ Bit Pick
Tom Richards shares why he likes to ride his Master Traditionalist by Les Vogt.

Courtesy of Tom Richards

Master Traditionalist Bit by Les Vogt

“I like that bit because you pull on them and they don’t really bend—it’s even pressure. There’s a solid slobber bar on it and it’s all solid. I don’t use it a whole lot but, when you get a horse that you want to know if you are pulling them and turning their head, this bit is a pretty good one to use.”

—Tom Richards,
Two-time NFR qualifier

lesvogt.com

Jamie Arviso Photo

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