Hillside Equestrian Center
New Tripoli PA
2010


Dressage bridles are typically made from black leather, consisting of a crownpiece, noseband, cheekpieces that attach to the bit, and flash attachment. The flash helps keep the horse's mouth closed to direct their focus onto commands from the rider's hands.

The double bridle, which features two bits and is used in dressage, was developed during this time. The earliest forms of the modern-day bridle began to appear in the 16th century. The snaffle bridle, which is still used today, was developed in Spain and was used for both riding and driving horses.