As far as bitless riding is concerned, the right tack can prove to be a difference-maker as far as the performance, communication, and general comfort of your horse is concerned. The two tools that are popular with horse owners and trainers today are the Hackamore bridle and the Hex Hack. Although both are hackamores designed for use on horses, they have unique qualifications and benefits based on your goals of riding and your horse’s sensitivity.
At Graysville MFG we specialize in top quality, custom tack – loping hackamores, hex hacks, and wheel hackamores – to assist you to ride exactly and confidently.
What Is a Hackamore Bridle?
A hackamore bridle is a bitless bridle that uses pressure points on horse’s face mainly nose , chin and poll to guide and communicate. Unlike the conventional bridles, hackamores do not require the use of bit in the mouth of the horse and this makes them ideal for horses with dental problems, sensitive in nature or for riders who want to adopt the natural way of doing things.
As hackamores are in various types for horses, the most popular go as follows:
- Mechanical hackamore: – Has Shanks for leverage.
- Bosal: A western-style hackamore.
- Wheel Hackamore: Whereas pounding action of a lever bit is avoided, the control that is offered is soft and clean.
- Loping Hackamore: A lighter set-up commonly used for training and gentle go.
What Is a Hex Hack?
Hex Hack is a contemporary version of the old hackamore. Held in the shape of six sides (hexagonal), this type of hackamore bridle has an accurate distribution of pressure and a peculiar feel to the horse. The hex hack is usually preferred by trainers and riders who aim to have better control as compared to the length of a long-shanked mechanical hackamore.
Key Features of the Hex Hack:
- Even touch along several pressure points
- Compact, well-balanced shape for better carriage of the head
- Excellent for expert riders or horses for refinement purposes
- Functional in the transitional phases of training
Graysville MFG provides custom hex hacks in several finishes, styles of nosebands, and attachment points of reins with variable arrangements to suit different horses and styles of riding.
Comparing the Hackamore Bridle vs. Hex Hack
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Feature
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Hackamore Bridle | Hex Hack |
| Pressure Style | Nose/chin pressure, some poll | Balanced hex pressure (nose/chin) |
| Control Level | Moderate to strong (depends on type) | Moderate, refined control |
| Use Case | All-around riding, trail, training | Precision training, soft cues |
| Horse Suitability | Sensitive, green, or rehab horses | Trained horses needing refinement |
| Custom Options | Bosal, mechanical, wheel, loping | Fully customizable hex design |
Speciality Hackamores from Graysville MFG
At Graysville MFG, we hand make a wide range of horse hackamores, such as:
Loping Hackamore – A gentle alternative, easy and light when you want to be just loose. Great for horse & rider that may be a bit green, or quieter riding days.
Wheel Hackamore – It has a circular shape and provides gentle leverage and is perfect for sensitive-mouthed horse.
Hex Hack – Our Premium, contemporary style for fine management and superior communicative ability.
Custom Hackamore Bridles – Select you leather, noseband padding, rein style and hardware finish.
If you are breaking a young colt or changing from bit to bitless, we can develop a system that will work for your horse, your hand, and your objectives.
Looking to Ride Bitless Famously?
See the hand crafted line of hackamore bridles, hex hacks and loping hackamores at GraysvilleMFG.com. Made with precision and passion, each piece is custom-designed for real riders that demand more from their tack.
Feel the difference that a custom fit can make. Ride smarter with Graysville MFG.