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Pelham

Pelham

2 9.9
A metal bit in a horse's mouth used with two reins for both direct and stronger control
  • noun
  • Specialized
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Examples

  • We used a Nathe for dressage, a Happy Mouth Pessoa for XC, and a rubber Pelham to foxhunt.

    Blog text (14)

  • Pelham and Bender (1982) conducted one of the few systematic studies using behavior modification and skill training to alter peer interactions of children with ADHD.

    Academic text (1994)

  • Bulwer's early novel Pelham; or The Adventures of a Gentleman (1828) includes a crime plot involving a character (Thornton) modeled on the well-known murderer John Thurtell.

    Academic text (2016)

  • The trainer fitted the horse with a Pelham to improve its responsiveness during the competition.

  • For better control, she decided to use a Pelham when riding her spirited mare.

  • Many experienced riders prefer a Pelham for its ability to provide both curb and snaffle effects.

How Severe

gag
38 6.7
bar bit
  • Specialized
9.2
Pelham
  • Specialized
2 9.9
curb bit
  • Specialized
9.0
snaffle bit
  • Specialized
8.3

Surface Forms

Pelham singular
Pelhams plural

Etymology

Pelham for the horse bit comes from a person's name — one story says an early rider or maker called Pelham used this style. So remember a Pelham as the bit that combines a simple pull and a lever action, giving the rider more control.