This bitless bridle is available in 4 models and is called the EDIX ED4 Rose Collection. It is available in 4 sizes, pony, cob, full, and extra full.
General working of the EDIX ED4
Through a slight vibration action with the reins, the rider can use a clear ‘pre-cue’ signal, by sending this energy to the rings. By taking up contact with the reins the rider can use a small, limited leverage action engaging the chinstrap and the noseband together, after this short action the contact is being distributed completely to the noseband. It is possible to use contact on the noseband only, or only contact to the curb strap This is all depending on the adjustment and tightness of the straps in combination with the direction and the action of your hands. There is no added pressure to the poll, the ED4 shanks have a direct release, and giving the poll complete relief.
The noseband
The broad and softly padded ED4 noseband needs to be positioned as shown in the photos, making sure the horse is able to breathe properly and Nasal bones are avoided. The broad surface of the noseband, is making sure your aids are lightly and evenly given to your horse. Combined with the ED4 shanks, the noseband does not slide up or down. Pressure will never be more than the weight you take in your hands. And by the design of the ED4 shanks the noseband is positioned higher on the head than the chinstrap.
The chinstrap
The EDIX ED4 is the only system that reversed the position of the noseband and chinstrap. This in order to have the curb strap as low on the jaw as possible. It is softly padded for total comfort , giving a secure and elastic fit while enabling your horse to move his jaw, this enhances relaxation.
Limited Leverage
The EDIX ED4 is designed to be used with either the Edix shanks or other hackamore hardware we sell: see separate listings. The hardware/shanks are designed for minimal and limited leverage, and therefore will never inflict pain. The action of the small leverage is to be received as a cue. The contact is distributed to the noseband when the limit of the leverage is reached. You can differ the action of leverage as well by giving your rein aids upwards. Horses lean into pressure if you keep the pressure on all the time. Giving light short signals with the ED4 and always release, is a better way to develop a respectful communication.
The shanks are not included and must be purchased separately.
The Crown Piece
The Crown Piece is anatomically shape and softly to avoid any undesirable pressure against your horse’s ears.
The Cheepieces
The ED4 is designed in such a way that the ‘cheek pieces of the bridle’ do not move when rein contact is applied.
Poll release
The ED4 relieves the horse of all unwanted pressure. Behind the ears, above the atlas, and the TMJ joint remain free of pressure.
Anatomical 2-pieces crownpiece
The EDIX ED4, as all EDIX bridles are having an unique designed two-piece anatomically shaped crownpiece. The two separate parts are adjustable and can be perfectly adjusted to the curve of your horse’s ears. The unique and specially shaped headpiece is there to optimally protect the vulnerable part behind the ears with nerves on top of your horse’s atlas and the anatomical shape and soft padding provide maximum comfort for the horse.
No browband
The EDIX bridles are deliberately designed without a browband. The fit of the EDIX bridles are refined and due to technical aspects of the EDIX bridles very stable on your horse’s head, making the use of a browband unnecessary. Browbands, even perfectly fitted, always put undue pressure on the TMJ joint. In addition, EDIX likes to see as much of a horse’s head as possible 😉
The throat strap
The throat strap is positioned on the jaw for extra stability, and helps in case of an emergency stop to keep the bridle positioned on your horse’s head.
The EDIX ED4 is designed and developed in cooperation with Esther Boekel.
The shanks are not included and must be purchased separately.
This item is not generally held in HEST stock. However we do endeavour to keep some stock on hand. If not in stock ETA is 4 weeks approx. Special order ETA's will be advised.
