Putting a bridle together

Once you have shined your tack to perfection follow our simple steps to put your bridle back together.

Step 1 – headpiece

Check the headpiece is the correct way round – the throatlash should be to the back – then slide the browband onto it.

Step 2 – cheekpieces

Attach the cheekpieces to each side of the headpiece.

Step 3 – the bit

Attach the bit to the cheekpieces. Check the bit is the right way round – the mouthpiece should be slightly curved forwards to fit in your pony’s mouth.

Step 4 – noseband

Thread the long strap on the noseband through each side of the browband and inside the headpiece, then fasten to the other strap on the noseband.

Top tip – Check the noseband hangs inside the bit and cheekpieces

Did you know? On some bridles, the long strap from the noseband sits over the headpiece, rather than under it.

Step 5 – reins

Fasten the reins to the bit rings below the cheekpieces, making sure they’re not twisted or tangled.

Top tip – Practice makes perfect when it comes to putting bridles back together. Why not challenge your friends to see who can do it fastest, or even blind-folded?

Are you ready for the next step? check out how to put your bridle on your pony and check its fit.