Nosebands

Nosebands made optional and breaks for young horses in welfare-led rule changes

Grackle bridles for every budget

Noseband rules could be changed in all disciplines, plus other proposed revisions

Noseband tightness under review, as national federation looks to implement new tack rules

‘Not just bits and nosebands’: why bridle fit is so important

Do you know a cavesson from a Kineton? The complete guide to nosebands

Education key to changing views on tight nosebands

British international rider gets yellow card after being ‘caught out’ by noseband rules

A British international rider has backed clearer noseband rules

New Zealand acts to bring an end to tight nosebands

The move to address tight nosebands in competition follows scientific studies and consultation with vets

Tight nosebands outlawed by national federation

The new rule is to be introduced from 1 January 2018 following research linking tight nosebands to mouth lesions

Anna Ross: The silver spirit is left tarnished *H&H VIP*

Horse & Hound's dressage columnist asks if silver classes need new rules to protect amateur riders

7 of the best technical nosebands for the stronger horse

Here we bring your our pick of the best innovative and alternative nosebands for horses that "pull", runaway or become numb in the rein while being ridden

Tight nosebands can cause distress, study finds

Researchers found horses showed physiological stress responses when wearing a tight crank noseband in combination with a double bridle

Crank nosebands spark welfare concerns *H&H VIP*

Tight nosebands, in particular the crank variety, have come under fire by riders and industry officials

Lever or combination nosebands: what are they and how do they work?

The lever or combination noseband is being seen more often, but how does it work and what types of horse does it suit best?

5 new horsey products to give a go

This week's new to the market round-up features products from Back on Track, Veredus, Taz’s embroidery and Woof Wear

Ask H&H: Maveband fleece noseband cover

The new piece of kit worn by racehorse Kauto Star

H&H Asks: two nosebands

Horse & Hound asks why show jumper Laura Kraut rides Anthem in both a cavesson and a drop noseband

Q&A: Which grakle noseband?

Expert advice from HORSE magazine on choosing the right type of grakle noseband

Noseband know-how

Expert guide on how to make the most of nosebands