Correction Bits and Chin Straps with Ty Benson
Developing Rope Horse Prospects with Miles Baker & Ty Benson
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2m 25s
Ty Benson explains why the Maheu Correction bit with a leather chin strap is one of his go-to choices when developing rope horses.He also walks through how a chin strap should properly fit.
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