Shires
One of the leading names in equestrian apparel equipment, Shires Equestrian is a family-owned business with over 50 years’ experience. They have held a Royal Warrant to supply Her Majesty the Queen with equine equipment, clothing and footwear since 2009, a testament to their high-quality products that deliver performance and reliability.
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Hard Mouth Rubber Loose Ring
Loose Ring Hard Rubber Mouth Snaffles are a good bit for mouthing young horses. Warm to the touch, they will encourage a firm contact.
Shires Loose Ring Hard Rubber Mouth Snaffle is kind to the bars, lips and palette and can also be useful if a horse has a sore mouth and is finding a metal bit uncomfortable.
Hollow Mouth Loose Ring
A hollow mouth bit is significantly lighter than a solid one. The loose rings can help if a horse leans on the bit. Mouthpiece thickness: 18mm. Cheek height: 65mm.
Jointed Mouth Snaffle
The Shires Jointed Mouth Snaffle bit is a basic jointed mouth snaffle which has loose rings. The Shires Jointed Mouth Snaffle bit has loose rings to allow more movement in the horses mouth when the horse is in action.
features a single jointed mouthpiece, using a 'nutcracker' action to apply pressure to the lips, tongue and the bars of the mouth.
The loose ring is good for a horse that tends to...
Rubber Jointed Dee
Rubber Jointed Dee The Rubber Jointed Dee is a D-Ring snaffle with a soft rubber coated mouthpiece. The D Rings of this snaffle act as a steering aid, and also prevent the bit from being pulled through the mouth, and are ideal for helping with direction and straightness in younger horses. The Rubber Jointed Dee features a single jointed mouthpiece, using a 'nutcracker' action to apply pressure...
Shires Blue Sweet Iron Loose Ring With Lozenge
Blue sweet iron oxidises easily to create warmth and a sweet taste which helps with bit acceptance and encourages salivation. The addition of Brass Alloy inserts produces a warm, more palatable bit. Please note the blue colour will face with use.
The loose ring cheek can discourage fixing and leaning as it has much more movement than a fixed cheek to follow the angle of the tongue. The shaped lozenge...
Shires Brass Alloy Bevel Bit with Lozenge
Allowing more leverage than a loose ring snaffle, the Shires Bevel with Copper Lozenge Bit is considered to be quite mild and is especially popular for ponies in the show ring with young riders.
The copper lozenge encourages salivation and acceptance.
Shires Brass Alloy Flat Ring Jointed Eggbutt
A thinner mouthpiece can make this bit a little stronger, however it may be more comfortable for horses with small mouths or large tongues. The fixed rings prevent pinching. Mouthpiece thickness: 12mm. Cheek height: 55mm (4.5", 5"), 75mm (5.5", 6"). Brass alloy mouth: Copper is alloyed with a harder metal to produce warm, durable mouthpieces which aid salivation. Stainless steel is used for the cheeks...
Shires Brass Alloy Universal with Lozenge
Combines poll pressure and leverage for a mild gag action. Brass alloy assists with salivation. Mouthpiece thickness: 14mm. Cheek height: 115mm (4.5", 5"), 130mm (5.5", 6").
Shires Equikind Ripple Eggbutt
The eggbutt rings on this bit prevent pinching while the EquiKind mullen mouth is mild. The ripples on the mouthpiece add a little pressure for extra control, whilst the apple flavour makes it very palatable. Mouthpiece thickness: 18mm. Cheek height: 70mm. The EquiKind mouthpiece has the benefit of being lighter and more flexible. Particularly suitable for young, sensitive horses as they are kind on...
Shires Equikind+ Jointed Universal
Combines poll pressure and leverage encouraging the horse to lower it head. The single joint gives a nutcracker action on the tongue and bars of the mouth. Mouthpiece thickness: 15mm. Cheek height: 115mm (4.5, 5), 130mm (5.5). The Equikind+ coating is thinner than a rubber mouthpiece making them more comfortable for horses that don't have room for a thick mouthpiece and ideal for sensitive mouths...
Shires Flexible Rubber Mouth Snaffle
This bit is made from flexible rubber meaning that the mouthpiece is soft and kind on the horse's mouth. Perfect for in hand or first ridden. Mouthpiece thickness: 21mm. Cheek height: 65mm. Rubber covered mouthpieces are generally thicker, making them softer and particularly suited to sensitive mouths. Available as mild, flexible rubber or treated with heat to produce a harder rubber which has a slightly...
Shires Loose Ring Copper Lozenge Snaffle
Increase your control and encourage better mouthing with the Shires Loose Ring Copper Lozenge Snaffle from Just Horse Riders. The artful design of this bit features loose rings on either side of a copper lozenge. These loose rings are strategically designed to discourage your horse from leaning on the bit, delivering an even and balanced control. In contrast, the copper lozenge at its core softens...
Shires Training Bit with Brass Alloy
A medium width brass alloy training bit designed to encourage the horse to soften. Mouthpiece thickness: 18mm. Cheek height: 65mm.
Shires Universal Sweet Iron with Lozenge
The universal bit combines poll pressure and leverage for a mild gag action. The sweet iron and copper link aid salivation and acceptance. Mouthpiece thickness: 14mm. Cheek height: 115mm (4.5, 5), 130mm (5.5, 6). Sweet iron mouthpieces are designed to oxidize to produce a sweet taste which helps with mouthing. The addition of copper to the mouth ensures the horse will not take up too much of a contact,...
Small Ring Dressage Eggbutt Bradoon
The Shires Small Ring Dressage Eggbutt Bradoon has small rings proportioned for a small headed horse or pony.
The Eggbutt jointed bradoon is often seen with either a fixed or sliding cheek weymouth, the nutcracker action acts on the bars and sometimes the palate and works well for horses that prefer a single jointed snaffle bit.
Bradoons are also very useful to use as snaffle bits for smaller headed...
Small Ring French Link Eggbutt Bradoon
The Shires Small Ring French Link Eggbutt Bradoon has small rings for horses and ponies with small faces. The fixed rings also prevent pinching.
Inside Ring Diameter: 50mm.
Sweet Iron Copper Roller Snaffle
Shires Sweet Iron Copper Roller Snaffle
This sweet iron and copper combination provides the horse with a warm and pleasant tasting bit. The roller in the centre creates an uneven surface, which increases the bit’s severity. The raised copper ribs can help to prevent the horse taking too much of a hold. Mouthpiece thickness: 14mm. Cheek height: 65mm.
Sweet Iron Copper Tom Thumb
Sweet Iron Copper Tom Thumb
The sweet iron and copper combination in this bit help to promote salivation and encourage softening. The cheeks give this bit a lever action. The raised copper ribs can help to prevent the horse taking too much of a hold. Mouthpiece thickness: 14mm. Cheek height: 140mm.
Sweet Iron Full Cheek Snaffle
Sweet Iron Full Cheek Snaffle
The sweet iron mouthpiece of this bit produces a pleasant taste and encourages the horse to soften and salivate. The raised copper ribs can help to prevent the horse taking too much of a hold. Mouthpiece thickness: 12mm. Cheek height: 160mm.
Training Bit with Lozenge
The thicker mouthpiece distributes pressure over a larger area. The lozenge helps to encourage a softer contact. Mouthpiece thickness: 18mm. Cheek height: 65mm. Stainless steel is the most common material for bits. Durable, easy to clean, tasteless and does not rust.
Waterford Loose Ring
Waterford Loose Ring The Waterford Loose Ring is a fairly severe bit compared to more basic snaffle types, but can be comfortable for the horse if the rider has sympathetic hands. The Waterford mouthpiece consists of a series of metal links, which makes it hard for the horse to take a hold of the bit and pull against it. Although the Waterford mouthpiece is relatively strong, the links are rounded...
Shires Moretta Gianna Riding Boots - Black
The Gianna leather field riding boots add a polished, professional touch to your riding. A close leg fit is achieved by pairing hard wearing leather inner calves with softer outer panels that hug the leg. Stretch mock lace detail. Dressage cut tops with soft piqued leather inners. Rear YKK zips. WickAway linings for acclimatised feet. ActiveFlex insoles with Impact Support System. Moretta shock absorbing...
Shires Moretta Gianna Riding Boots - Brown
The Gianna leather field riding boots add a polished, professional touch to your riding. A close leg fit is achieved by pairing hard wearing leather inner calves with softer outer panels that hug the leg. Stretch mock lace detail. Dressage cut tops with soft piqued leather inners. Rear YKK zips. WickAway linings for acclimatised feet. ActiveFlex insoles with Impact Support System. Moretta shock absorbing...
Shires Moretta Leather Gaiters
Soft grain leather gaiters to achieve the smart appearance of long riding boots but with the comfort and flexibility of gaiters. Rear elastic calf panels combined with soft leather for a close fit that moulds to the leg, dressage cut tops, full length zips, elastic foot stirrups, stretch zip tidy straps, bound edges.
Shires Moretta Synthetic Gaiters
Shires Moretta Synthetic Gaiters
Shires Waxed Plaiting Thread
Shires Waxed Plaiting Thread
Shires Ball End Spurs
The rounded end gives more gentle encouragement than a standard shank. 20mm neck.
Shires Ball End Spurs - Childs
The rounded end of these spurs gives gentle encouragement. Children's spurs with a 18mm (3/4") neck ball end shank.
Shires Roller Ball Spurs
These Shires spurs feature a stainless steel ball that rolls along the horse's side for gentle encouragement. Will not jab or pull and prevents marking. 20mm neck.
Shires Spur Straps - Nylon
Plaited nylon spur straps.
Shires Velociti GARA Leather Spur Straps - Adults
Velociti GARA leather spur straps feature stitched on fittings for longevity. Oval anti-rust buckle, leather strap keeper. Width: 12.5mm (1/2"). Length: Child 36cm, Adult 48cm.
Shires Velociti GARA Leather Spur Straps - Childs
Velociti GARA leather spur straps feature stitched on fittings for longevity. Oval anti-rust buckle, leather strap keeper. Width: 12.5mm (1/2"). Length: Child 36cm, Adult 48cm.
Shires Pear Shaped Hoof Pick
Metal hoof pick with vinyl coated handle.
Shires Aubrion React Performance Socks
Heat releasing stretch knit gives the Aubrion React Performance Socks bring a light feel under long riding boots. Silicone grips assist with keeping the socks elevated. Further detail: knee length, sleek and smooth, quick dry, breathable, silicone boot grips, Aubrion React logos. One size (3.5 - 8).
Shires Aubrion React Performance Socks
Heat releasing stretch knit gives the Aubrion React Performance Socks bring a light feel under long riding boots. Silicone grips assist with keeping the socks elevated. Further detail: knee length, sleek and smooth, quick dry, breathable, silicone boot grips, Aubrion React logos. One size (3.5 - 8).
Shires Aubrion React Sport Socks
The Aubrion React Sports Socks are perfect for wearing when exercising due to the high cotton content for breathability. They feature a rib knit detail and a jacquard logo. Adult sizes: 3.5 - 8, 9-11.
Shires Aubrion React Technical Socks
Sports styled and coordinating with the Aubrion React colours, these technical socks offer anatomic support and comfort. Varying knit patterns energise the leg and foot, open knit zones help with moisture control. Ideal under long riding boots, for rough terrain running or outdoor activities. Further detail: knee length, supportive leg tube, breathable foot, cushion knit sole, breathable...
Jodphur Clips
A simple solution to stop jodhpur legs from riding up, simply attach to the bottom hem on either side and under the boot to keep legs tidy.
Shires ARMA Cool Hydro Therapy Boots
Cold water therapy in a boot. Micro-crystals turn to a cooling gel when soaked in water. The crystals swell into the quilted fabric spaces to form a soft gel pad that hugs all parts of the leg when the boot is fitted. The cold compress reduces inflammation, swelling and bruising, cools tendons after exercise and treats soft tissue injuries. Mess free and reusable ? the gel is contained within the fabric...
Lunge Cavesson
The Shires economy nylon lunge cavesson is made from strong nylon web with three rings on the noseband.
Nylon Roller Fleece Padding
Shires Nylon Roller with Fleece
Nylon roller with 11 D-rings with a fleece lining across the top and a girth.
Features
11 Rings for a variety of uses
Girth adjustable on both sides
Stainless steel fittings
Shires Nylon Web Side Reins
Web side reins with elastic inserts and trigger clips. Set of 2. Measures 1"(25mm) wide.