Ever wonder what bits NRHA Professionals prefer? We do! That’s why we caught up with NRHA Professional Matt Palmer during the Tulsa Reining Classic, and asked, “If you could only keep two bits in your tack room, which ones would they be?” Palmer, of Campbell Hall, New York, said he’d probably choose a snaffle and…
Category: Bits of Advice
Talking Points – Feeling Prepared to Show
What are some things that you have to do to feel prepared to show? Shane WaltersI’m kind of picky and everybody saddles my horse for me, so whenever they get done, I always go back and make sure that I pull the cinch one or two more holes, and then I put it through the…
Bits of Advice with Bobby Avila, Jr.
Ever wonder which bits NRHA Professionals prefer? We do! That’s why we caught up with Bobby Avila, of Rogersville, Missouri, and posed the question, “If you could only keep two bits in your tack room, which ones would they be?” For Avila, the decision was simple. He chose a snaffle and a short shank with…
Bits of Advice with Josh Murphy
Josh Murphy has steadily built an impressive business as a reining trainer, starting colts, showing horses, and coaching Non Pros. Murphy, who operates his JM Reining Horses business out of Williams Ranch in Aubrey, Texas, admitted it was tough to narrow down his favorite bridles, but there are two he will never be found without….
Bits of Advice – Trevor Dare
In 2021, Trevor Dare piloted Jerseys Baby Driver to the Open Level 4 Championship of the 6666 Ranch NRHA Derby presented by Markel. We caught up with the NRHA Professional, who lives in Purcell, Okla., to ask a very important question. What would you pick if we said you could only choose two bridles to…
Bits of Advice – Pete Kyle
There are many factors involved when finding the perfect bit or bits for your horse, including your riding style, your horse’s needs and preferences, event, and more. Still, most riders can pinpoint their favorites. We spoke with NRHA Professional Pete Kyle about his two favorites, both of which he’s had for decades. Pete Kyle is…