Nosebands & Browbands

Choosing the right noseband depends on your riding discipline, your horse's way of going and the style of bridle you prefer. A correctly fitted noseband should complement the bridle without restricting the horse's comfort.

Cavesson Nosebands

The cavesson is the most common and versatile noseband. Suitable for everyday riding, dressage and many other disciplines, it sits comfortably on the horse's nose and can be used on its own or as the base for a flash attachment.

Flash Nosebands

A flash noseband combines a cavesson with a removable lower strap that fastens below the bit. It is commonly seen in dressage and general riding and is designed to help keep the bridle stable while remaining correctly fitted and comfortable for the horse.

Drop Nosebands

Drop nosebands fasten lower on the horse's nose than a cavesson and have long been used in both training and competition. Although less common today, they remain a popular choice for some riders and trainers.

Grackle (Figure-Eight) Nosebands

Recognisable by their distinctive figure-eight design, grackle nosebands are commonly used for jumping, eventing and cross-country. Their design provides good clearance around the nostrils while offering a secure, stable fit.

Crank Nosebands

Crank nosebands use a specialised fastening system that allows precise adjustment and are commonly found on higher-end dressage and jumping bridles. As with any noseband, they should always be fitted correctly to ensure the horse's comfort and welfare.

Choosing the Right Browband

A browband is both a functional and decorative part of the bridle, helping keep the headpiece comfortably positioned while allowing riders to personalise their turnout.

• Plain leather browbands offer a timeless look and are suitable for everyday riding, dressage and schooling.
• Raised and padded browbands provide a more refined appearance and are popular on competition bridles.
• Ribbon and crystal browbands add colour and sparkle for showing, dressage and special occasions.
• Brass clincher browbands remain a traditional favourite for hunting, showing and classic turnout.

Many browbands are interchangeable, making it easy to refresh the appearance of your bridle or match your tack for different disciplines and competitions.

Replacing Your Noseband or Browband

Many replacement nosebands and browbands are designed to fit standard English bridles, making it easy to replace worn components or customise your existing tack.

If you're unsure which size or style is compatible with your bridle, our experienced team can help you choose the right replacement for your horse and riding discipline.