Bomber Fulmer Loose Ring Elliptical Bit
For riders dealing with a horse that pushes through the bit, evades with the tongue, or resists accepting contact — the Bomber Fulmer Loose Ring Elliptical Bit offers a targeted, effective solution. Combining the directional clarity of the Fulmer cheekpiece with the precise tongue engagement of the Elliptical mouthpiece, this bit is a schooling essential for horses that need more focused communication.
The Fulmer Cheekpiece
The Fulmer's design brings two key schooling advantages in one:
- Eliminates lip pinching at the corners of the mouth for comfort and confidence
- Extended pins above and below the bit prevent it from being pulled through the mouth while simultaneously providing gentle lateral guidance — supporting the horse's steering and responsiveness to directional aids
- Combined with loose rings, the bit remains mobile in the mouth, naturally encouraging the horse to mouth, relax the jaw, and accept the contact without bracing
- Loose ring action also removes poll pressure, creating a lighter overall feel that suits horses that are tense or resistant
The Elliptical Mouthpiece
The Elliptical is Bomber's more assertive tongue-engagement option — chosen specifically when a gentler mouthpiece isn't getting through:
- Stronger than the Control Plate, the Elliptical concentrates pressure onto a smaller surface area of the tongue, delivering a clearer, more direct signal
- Specifically designed for horses that push the bit forward with their tongue — a common evasion that results in loss of contact and balance
- When the Elliptical engages, the horse responds by drawing its head back and tucking the chin, finding a more balanced, uphill posture and giving the rider improved control
- A go-to choice when tongue evasion is reducing your ability to establish a consistent, quality contact
Ideal For
- Horses that push or root against the bit with their tongue
- Horses that evade contact by going above or behind the bit
- Riders needing stronger tongue engagement without increasing overall bit severity
- Schooling sessions focused on improving balance, head carriage, and responsiveness