HB Showtime Copper Sky Bridle

Torn between Cob and Full? Full is the usual size for most warmbloods; Cob is shorter and narrower and suits finer-built horses and larger ponies. Lay your current bridle out flat and compare the length of the cheekpiece and noseband: that tells you more than your horse's height.

Adjust the headpiece first so it sits quietly behind the ears, then work downwards. After buckling the noseband, let your horse chew for a moment: if it can do so easily, the noseband is set correctly. Check the holes again after a couple of weeks, as new leather still stretches a little at first.

Copper-coloured fittings stay looking good if you wipe them dry after riding; otherwise sweat leaves marks. Care for the leather in the classic way: clean it with saddle soap, dry it at room temperature away from any heat source and feed it regularly with leather balm.

Choose this model if you want a bridle that stands out through a colour accent rather than decorative stones, and if your horse benefits from an anatomically shaped headpiece. It suits dressage riders and demanding leisure riders who coordinate their tack.

If you would rather have no colour accent at all, the HB Showtime Black River from the same range is the quieter version with black fittings. And if you are specifically after a bridle with a flash strap, look at a model where that strap is listed in the specifications.

Adjust the headpiece first so it sits quietly behind the ears, then work your way down. Let your horse chew for a moment after buckling up: if it can do so easily, the noseband is right. Check the holes again after about two weeks, as new leather still stretches a little at first. Reins are not included.

Wipe the copper-coloured fittings dry after riding, otherwise sweat leaves marks. Clean the leather with saddle soap, let it dry at room temperature away from a heat source and feed it regularly with leather balm.

Are the reins included?
No, reins are not supplied with this bridle and are chosen separately.

Which size should I take?
Full for most warmbloods, Cob for a finer or shorter head. Compare the cheekpiece and noseband with your current bridle.

Does this bridle come in other sizes?
The sizes we stock as standard are listed under the technical specifications. Other sizes can be ordered on request.

What type of noseband does this bridle have?
That is not specified for this model. Do ask us if it is the deciding factor for you.

What colour are the fittings?
Copper-coloured, on black leather.

How does this model differ from the Black River?
Same build, different accent: Copper Sky has copper-coloured detailing, Black River has black fittings.

How do I care for the leather?
Wipe it down after riding, let it dry at room temperature and treat it regularly with saddle soap and leather balm.

• HB Showtime Copper Sky bridle in black leather
• Copper-coloured fittings for a warm look
• Anatomically shaped headpiece for a better spread of pressure
• Supple quality leather, refined browband
• Available in Cob and Full
• Reins not included
• Suitable for training, dressage work and competition