£75.00
The Velari Full Cheek Flex Hard with Tongue Port is a thoughtfully considered choice for horses that need clarity, stability, and gentle direction. Combining firm, purposeful contact with structural support and pressure-relief design, this bit is particularly well-suited to younger horses in early training and to riders who value precision and consistency in their connection. The full cheek ring is a cornerstone of this bit’s character. Its fixed cheeks work in harmony with the mouthpiece to deliver clear, calm lateral guidance, helping horses understand directional aids without confusion or anxiety. For young or inexperienced horses still learning to accept the contact, this steadiness is genuinely reassuring — the cheeks prevent the mouthpiece from shifting or rotating in the mouth, encouraging soft, relaxed chewing and a confident willingness to engage with the rein. The result is a smooth, consistent connection that supports the rider’s aids from start to finish. Crafted from Velari’s Flex Hard synthetic compound, this bit brings a firmer quality of contact to horses that benefit from a more defined feel in the hand. Where softer options may leave some horses inclined to lean or lose focus, the Flex Hard provides a clearer signal without resorting to metal. The material is non-toxic, smooth to the touch, and entirely safe in the mouth, yet offers the kind of purposeful presence that encourages self-carriage and attentiveness. It strikes a careful balance — firm in character, but never cold, harsh, or unforgiving.
The tongue port mouthpiece adds a further layer of refinement to this combination. By creating additional space over the tongue, it shifts the primary pressure point toward the bars, making it an excellent choice for horses that are sensitive across the centre of the tongue or that show discomfort by pushing the tongue out or over the bit. The port also contributes to the overall stability of the mouthpiece, helping it hold its shape under pressure and maintaining an even, predictable contact. Horses that tend to become heavy or lean through softer bits often respond well to this design, finding both comfort and clarity within the same well-structured mouthpiece.
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Care & Use After each ride, rinse the bit with warm water and dry with a soft cloth. Store in a dry place and check regularly for smooth, even wear. Make sure the bit is positioned correctly: the star must be on the left side and the Velari logo on the right. Disclaimer Every horse and rider is unique. The information provided is meant as a general guide — not a definitive answer. Always consider your horse’s specific needs and your own experience when choosing the right bit. Guide with grace, always.
| Mouthpiece Width | 4.5inch / 115mm, 5.25inch / 135mm, 5.75inch / 145mm, 5inch / 125mm |
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If the bit is unsuitable and was a buy now, it can be returned if it is unused and in its original packaging. If you have opted for the 30 day trial you can return the bit within the 30 days and will receive a refund minus the hire fee applicable to the item trialled.
The trial fee varies per product as this price is related to the retail price
Please take care of the bit, as it is the customers – (the holder of the account that the bit is purchased on) responsibility to make sure that the bit is kept in good condition throughout the trial period and thereafter, the customer is also responsible that the bit is kept safe from theft and loss, as if you cannot return then you will be unable to return the bit for the part refund.
It is recommended that the bits are returned via a tracked postal facility as The Horse Bit Shop cannot be held responsible for any loss or damage in the post when being returned
The 30 day’s trial period will start from the postage date that The Horse Bit Shop posts the bit which will be postal dated on the envelope, which takes less than 48 hours from dispatch for delivery to the UK. The return date that the bit has reaches The Horse Bit Shop will be the date of despatch which will be 30 days after the postal date. Please note it can take 3 – 5 working days to dispatch and deliver orders.
Dates to which the bit should be returned may be subject to change if the day falls on a Public Holiday. If the bit is not returned by that date then or the bit is returned damaged or not fit for purpose you will not be entitled to a refund.
For other countries where shipping times are longer, the trial period will be increased to a maximum of 36 days according to the current postal delivery times, the date to be returned will be stated in the letter included in with the bit, the bits will be dispatched via airmail and will be expected to be returned via airmail, as surface mail can take up to 50 days for some countries. Please allow plenty time for the bit to reach the UK, you will not be entitled to a refund, even if the bit is in transit.
On return of bits on 30 day trial you will receive a refund for the price of the bit minus the trial fee.
The 30 day trial is not be available on such products which are of plastic/rubber due to the fact they are not as resistant to wear and tear and cannot be sterilised to the required standards. Trial bits can be bits from our bit library and may have been used previously and therefore not always brand new bits however should you have received a trial bit it can be exchanged for a brand new before the end of the trial period should you be keeping the bit. We do aim to send brand new bits when possible and all bits sent will be fit for purpose and fully sanitised.
| BITS VALUED/TYPE | HIRE CHARGE |
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| up to £50.00 | £8.50 |
| £50.01 – £75.00 | £9.50 |
| £75.01 – £100.00 | £10.50 |
| £100.01 – £125.00 | £12.50 |
| £125.01 – £150.00 | £14.50 |
| £150.01 – £175.00 | £16.50 |
| £175.01 – £220.00 | £17.50 |
| £220.01 – £250.00 | £19.50 |
| £250.01 – £275.00 | £21.50 |
| over £275.01 | £24.50 |
| Micklem Bridle | £24.50 |