Complete Fairfax Snaffle Bridle with Patent Cavesson Noseband and Browband
Developed, designed and handmade in the UK. The first bridle to be based on scientific research and proven to:
- Reduce pressure by up to 84%
- Reduce force by up to 77%
- Allows greater forelimb extension
- Increase knee & hock flexion
Based on two years of scientific research, this bridle significantly relieves peak pressure in the six key pressure zones around the head, articulating and moving in harmony with the horse's head during the stride.
This patent version is the one chosen by Charlotte Dujardin and coordinates perfectly with the World Class II Dressage saddle.
- Patent browband and noseband to match World Class II saddle trim
- Available with patent diamante or plain patent browband only
- Noseband is tapered to give additional clearance for the bit on horses with a small gap between the corners of the mouth and facial crest
NOTE: There is a greater 'swoop' to the the curvature of the 'single row' diamante crystal browband in comparison to both the leather a 'double row' diamante browband
The default sizes of the component parts are as follows:
Standard
16" browband, 21" throatlash, 9" cheek pieces, 4" jowl pad, 18" jowl strap
Large
16" browband, 22" throatlash, 10" cheek pieces, 4" jowl pad, 20" jowl strap
If you require anything more bespoke, please use our Custom Bridle Builder
Patent: GB 2517150B & 2540305B | Patent App: GB2544761
Design Details
- Unique design based on scientific research
- Pearl or crystal decoration options on browbands
- Hand-stitched and made in Walsall, England
- Quality buckles and metalwork
- Made using the finest English bridle leather
- Fully lined with Prolite® which is proven to disperse pressure
Features
- Carefully thought-out features reduce pressure in six key zones
- Articulation rings on the noseband improve stability on the horse’s head, allowing it to move with the horse, without causing restriction
- Improved bridle stability enhances the horse’s comfort
- Symmetrical design with buckles both sides
- Browband and noseband are interchangeable with others from the Fairfax range
- Approved for use in FEI competitions including all three eventing phases
- Double headpiece can also be used as a snaffle
Use and Care
1. Get the benefits
The Fairfax Performance Bridle has been designed specifically to improve your horse’s way of going and your horse may need time to rebalance during acclimatisation. To get the maximum benefits from your bridle use it continuously (ie not just for competition), as regular use has a cumulative benefit.
2. Cleaning
- Immediately after use wipe all traces of sweat off the leather using warm water
- If the leather has become wet, dry thoroughly
- Apply leather feed to both the under and upper surfaces using a clean, soft cloth
We recommend Rapide Leathergel (supplied with the bridle) for regular cleaning and feeding of the Performance Bridle
3. Important
- Do NOT use any glycerine-based products (such as saddle soap) or oil-based treatments (such as neatsfoot oil). These will adversely affect the finish of the leather
- Never use wet tack
FEI Approved
The bridle and the various nosebands are FEI 'legal' for competition use, including all 3 phases of eventing.
Bridle Fitting Guide
Vanessa Fairfax, designer of the Fairfax Performance Bridle explains how to correctly fit and adjust the Fairfax Performance Bridle.
Bridle Testing & Design
A research team spent two years investigating and testing traditional bridle designs to identify the exact location of high-pressure zones and demonstrate the performance improvements when bridle pressure is removed.