(EMAILWIRE.COM, April 27, 2010 ) NEW HOLLAND, PENNSYLVANIA – Intrepid International, the "everything but the horse" marketer of quality products for equine enthusiasts, has begun offering the Pee Wee Bit, said to be the most comfortable and responsive bit ever designed for horses.
The Pee Wee Bit is gentle on the horse's mouth and prevents injury. It will not pinch the lips, gums or tongue, and it provides maximum control with minimum pressure. It is ideal for competitive riding, re-educating older horses with mouthing issues and also for starting young horses. It allows the rider or trainer to give clear and precise signals without distracting discomfort.
The original idea for the Pee Wee Bit came from Pee Wee Stevenson, a cowboy from Lindrith, New Mexico, and it was developed for production by the famed Australia farrier and inventor Dave Macdonald.
"If you want a relaxed horse, you will find the Pee Wee bit is a superb invention. It is comfortable for the horse but offers great control for the trainer or rider," according to Larry Mitton, president of Intrepid International, the Pennsylvania wholesale distributor that is marketing the bit.
"This bit is a must-have for trainers because it gives precise, clear signals that minimize confusion. By applying pressure to the lower jaw rather than the entire face like a snaffle bit, the horse will not pull its head around. This gives greater control with less effort," Mr. Mitton added. "It stops lugging; most evasions and horses are prevented from getting their tongues over the bit. The Pee Wee allows the horse to move more freely without pain. Horses are encouraged to relax in the jaw and as a result throughout the entire top line. The added suppleness becomes important in dressage and a multitude of other disciplines. Because of the way the bit encourages natural neck flexion and simultaneously helps to lower the head and round the back, it allows for a more stable, controlled turn at speed. This is particularly beneficial for polo, barrel racing and other 'speed sports.' The bit is also great for horsemen who are starting young stock or older horses from scratch. The bit is flexible enough for use in virtually all work a horse does, from pleasure riding to advanced sports."
Made from quality stainless steel that gives a neat, clean look, the Pee Wee Bit has a sweet iron mouth piece that is intended to rust, giving it a sweet taste appreciated by the horse.
Because the bit sits lower in the horse's mouth and is narrow, must horses will take a smaller size than in their regular bit. The Pee Wee is available in three sizes: Standard – PWEE1 = approx 4 1/2" fits most horses or ponies 12 HH to 15.1 HH, PWEEH is 5" and fits most horses 15.2HH to 17HH. PWEE3 is approximately 5 1/2" and fits most horses 17HH and over. The suggested retail price is $89.99. The Pee Wee Bit is distributed by Intrepid International, 116 King Court, New Holland, PA. 17557. Telephone 800-347-0033 Fax 717-354-0944 Email sales@intrepidintl.com. Contact Intrepid International for the Dealer nearest you.
Media Contact: John Craven, john@intrepidintl.com, 800-347-0033
