{"product_id":"circle-y-martha-josey-mitchell-smooth-slide-bit","title":"Circle Y Martha Josey-Mitchell Smooth Slide Bit","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCircle Y Martha Josey-Mitchell Smooth Slide Bit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIncreased gag action on the 0118-1000 Josey-Mitchell Smooth Slide bit offers more time for the horse to respond while still providing enough leverage to increase shoulder control and balance. The twisted wire mouthpiece offers additional leverage to the corners of the mouth to provide a light, responsive feel so the rider can reframe and rebalance a horse who tends to lean on the bridle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMartha Josey is quite the legend within the barrel racing industry through her vast accomplishments and highly sought-after year-round clinics. She is an 11-Time NFR Qualifier in Barrel Racing, 1980 NFR World Champion, WPRA and NBHA Champion, Olympic Gold Medalist Barrel Racer, and World-Renowned Clinician. Martha and her team took their time designing each bit in her line to aid in the development and growth of each one of her students.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\"These bits have proven themselves, not only in our Josey clinics, schools, and seminars but also in competitions worldwide.\" - Martha Josey\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIDEAL FOR:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003eThe horse that needs additional help with shoulder control and balance through timed events.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003eThe horse that needs to be reframed in a run occasionally.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003eThe horse that needs added lift and rate when approaching a turn in barrels.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003eThe horse and rider combo that has been through competitions and is on their way to becoming solidly seasoned.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003eThe horse that tends to get heavy on the bridle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003eRiders looking to give their horse more response time in timed events.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWHY YOU’LL LOVE IT:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003eExcellent practice bit to keep the horse moving out freely.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003eAids in reframing, balancing, rate, and lift in a run.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003eThe two-piece twisted mouthpiece offers a slight “bite” for the horse who is prone to getting heavy or pushy on the bridle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003eGag action sends pre-signals before pressure is applied.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHELPFUL TIPS:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003eApplies pressure to the tongue and bars when pressure is applied to the reins.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003eCurb chain tightness allows for the customization of pressure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003eStart loose and increase tightness for additional control or increased signaling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003eThis bit falls in our Stage C category; Stage C bits are used on horses that respond well to poll pressure and neck reining.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\n\n\u003ch3\u003eMORE DETAILS:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003eAll leverage bits should be used with a curb chain to function correctly. Without a curb chain, a shanked bit can rotate back toward the rider. Curb chains should stop the shank’s rotation at approximately 45 degrees.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003eCheeks are made of medical-grade stainless steel to prevent rust and guarantee longevity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003eEach bit is closely inspected by a team of expert craftsmen who pride themselves on the quality of their workmanship.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003e7\" Cheek\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003e5 1\/2\" Mouth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003eGag Action\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\n\n\u003ch3\u003eLIFETIME WARRANTY:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003eThat’s right, we mean it\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003eIf at any point your bit is showing damage, call our customer service team to receive a prompt repair\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCARE INSTRUCTIONS:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003eStore indoors or in a tack room\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003eWipe or brush off debris after each use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n  \u003cli\u003eCheck your bit for wear before each use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Circle Y","offers":[{"title":"Stainless Steel \/ 5.5\"","offer_id":44967120568498,"sku":"RD1J7","price":82.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0663\/8554\/3346\/files\/circle-y-martha-josey-mitchell-smooth-slide-bit-rd1j7-268819.jpg?v=1733926263","url":"https:\/\/www.lambertvetsupply.com\/products\/circle-y-martha-josey-mitchell-smooth-slide-bit","provider":"Lambert Vet Supplies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}