Contestant #4

Hi Zoe,

Out of all the bits you posted, I like #4 the best (the D ring with slight port and Billy Allen-style swivel).  Sometimes chewing is part of the horse growing accustomed to a new bit; this one would feel especially different to him as there is a slight port.  It is similar to #3 (the French link) in that the action will not allow the bit to fold on itself - that's the great part about swivels/centre rollers/linked mouthpieces!

I think this style of bit will help you accomplish more balance & roundness, which will in turn help with the transitions we talked about.  If you still have access to bit #4, let's try it in your next video, just for kicks!