Circle Y 733 Sharon Camarillo Dogbone Bit

The slight gag action allows for a momentary delay before the mouthpiece engages, providing a subtle lift rather than an immediate, direct pull. This makes it a more forgiving option for horses that might overreact to the direct pressure of a solid lifter.

While the twisted wire does offer more bite than a smooth mouthpiece, the three-piece design helps distribute pressure across the bars and corners of the mouth. It is designed for horses that need a bit more 'signal' to stay responsive, but it shouldn't be overly aggressive if used with soft hands.

Yes, this bit is specifically designed to help with that issue. The leverage provided by the three-piece mouthpiece encourages the horse to lift its shoulder and rebalance, making it easier to maintain a clean line through barrel racing turns.

You can certainly use it for training, especially if you are actively working on correcting leaning or balance issues. However, because it is a leverage bit, it is best reserved for sessions where you are specifically schooling those maneuvers rather than for long, casual trail rides.

This bit is ideal for the 'heavy' horse that leans on the rider's hands or struggles to stay upright during lead transitions. If your horse tends to get dull to the bit or heavy on the forehand, the combination of the gag lift and the three-piece mouthpiece can help restore responsiveness.