The gag bit is designed to allow the mouthpiece to slide on a shank, rope or cable. A gag bit is used for lateral leverage and does not apply pressure to the bars of the horse’s mouth. It is most often used in barrel racing to elevate a horse in a turn.
⅝” Rope Gag headstall. Finally a leather draw gag headstall that really works! It adjusts to fit your horse and will stay in place when pulling on one rein. It’s easy to install a bit by removing and reinstalling rein ring.