LeMieux Arika Cavesson Bridle

The LeMieux Arika Cavesson Bridle is a bridle in European leather with an anatomically shaped, padded headpiece, a padded cavesson noseband and a browband set with crystals. It is intended for riders looking for a refined bridle that sits comfortably during training and competition. Reins are not included.

About this bridle

The LeMieux Arika line stands for a luxurious finish on an anatomical foundation. This cavesson model is a good example of that: the shape is well thought out, the decoration stays limited to the browband.

The headpiece is anatomically shaped and softly padded. Because it is cut wider and runs clear behind the ears, pressure is spread over a larger surface and the bridle stays quietly in place. That leaves your horse more freedom of movement through the poll, even after a long session.

The noseband is an anatomically shaped, generously padded cavesson noseband. Cavesson here means: a single noseband above the bit, without a flash strap underneath. Because the strap is pre-shaped and the padding thick enough, pressure is spread and rub and pressure points stay limited. That is welcome on horses that quickly become sensitive over the nasal bone.

The browband is set with crystals. They sit tightly in the leather, which preserves the classic line of the bridle and keeps the sparkle refined rather than showy. The fittings are stainless steel, which makes the whole bridle durable and easy to look after.

The leather is supple European leather that moulds to your horse's head. After a short breaking-in period the bridle sits stably and follows the contours of the head. The model is available in black and in brown, each with silver-coloured fittings, in size Full.

Key benefits

• Padded anatomical headpiece that spreads pressure behind the ears
• Generously padded cavesson noseband that limits rub points
• Browband with crystals without losing the classic character
• Stainless steel fittings that will not rust
• Supple European leather that moulds to the head
• Easy to adjust, since there is no flash strap to deal with
• Available in black and brown

Practical advice

This model is offered in size Full. Before ordering, compare the noseband circumference and cheekpiece length with a bridle that fits your horse well; Full is intended for the average warmblood. If your horse has a markedly long or short head, let us take a look with you beforehand.

When fitting, keep the noseband roughly two fingers below the cheekbone, with two fingers of room over the nasal bone. A cavesson noseband does not need to be tight: it must not clamp the mouth shut. Check that the headpiece sits clear behind the ears and that the browband does not press against the base of the ears.

Wipe the leather dry after every ride. Clean it every few weeks with saddle soap and then feed it with a leather balm so it stays supple. Work around the crystals with a dry, soft cloth and avoid soap residue there. Always let a wet bridle dry slowly at room temperature.

When to choose this bridle

The Arika Cavesson suits riders who want an anatomical bridle with a luxurious touch and who ride without a flash strap. For dressage, jumping or simply daily work it is equally usable; the deciding factor is your preference for the cavesson model.

If you want more stability around the bit, a model with a combined noseband from our range makes more sense. If you are after a pronounced dressage look in patent leather, the dressage model within the same line is the better choice. And if you have a pony or a horse outside size Full, let us know and we will go through the options.

Technical specifications

• Brand: LeMieux
• Model: Arika Cavesson bridle
• Noseband: anatomically shaped cavesson noseband, generously padded
• Headpiece: anatomically shaped and softly padded
• Browband: finished with crystals
• Leather: European leather
• Fittings: stainless steel
• Colours: Black/Silver and Brown/Silver
• Size: Full
• Reins: not included
• Care: wipe dry, clean regularly and feed with leather balm

Frequently asked questions

Are the reins included?
No, reins are not included. You choose them separately, to match your discipline and your preference.

Which size should I take?
This bridle is offered in size Full, intended for the average warmblood. Compare the noseband circumference and cheekpiece length with a bridle that fits well.

Is this bridle available 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?
An anatomically shaped cavesson noseband, so without a flash strap under the bit.

Are they Swarovski crystals?
The brand of the crystals is not specified. The browband is finished with crystals.

How do I care for the leather?
Wipe it dry after use, clean it every few weeks with saddle soap and then feed it. Around the crystals, use a dry cloth.

Which colours are available?
Black and brown, both with silver-coloured fittings.

In summary

• LeMieux Arika Cavesson bridle in European leather
• Anatomically shaped and softly padded headpiece
• Generously padded cavesson noseband, no flash strap
• Browband finished with crystals
• Stainless steel fittings
• Available in black and brown, in size Full
• Reins are not included

LeMieux

LeMieux is een Brits ruitersportmerk dat wereldwijd bekendstaat om zijn hoogwaardige uitrusting voor paard en ruiter. Het merk combineert innovatief design met technische materialen om producten te ontwikkelen die comfort, prestaties en stijl samenbrengen.

LeMieux is vooral populair om zijn zadeldekjes, beschermers, dekens en verzorgingsproducten, die ontworpen zijn met aandacht voor pasvorm, duurzaamheid en een elegante uitstraling. De producten worden ontwikkeld in samenwerking met professionele ruiters om te voldoen aan de eisen van zowel training als wedstrijd.

Dankzij de combinatie van kwaliteit, functioneel design en moderne kleuren en collecties is LeMieux uitgegroeid tot een van de meest geliefde merken binnen de internationale ruitersport.