Market Harborough German Martingale

The German martingale, also known as a market harborough, is designed to teach your horse to give to the bit, flex at the poll, and maintain a good vertical and lateral head position. A trusted training aid for encouraging correct carriage without harsh correction.

How It Works

The martingale section splits between the horse's front legs, passes up through the bit rings, and clips back onto the reins. This gives you precise control over head positioning whilst keeping the aids firmly in your hands. It also discourages rearing.

Key Features

• Quality English leather construction
• Encourages correct vertical and lateral head position
• Teaches the horse to give to the bit and flex at the poll
• Discourages rearing
• Available in black or brown
• Sizes: Pony, Cob, Full

When to Use a German Martingale

Ideal for schooling sessions where your horse needs encouragement to work in a correct outline. Particularly useful for horses that carry their head too high, resist the bit, or have a tendency to rear. Pair with a suitable bit and reins for the best results.

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