French Link Bits

French link bits feature a double-jointed mouthpiece with a flat central plate, known as the French link, which lies smoothly across the horse’s tongue. This design helps distribute pressure more evenly across the tongue and bars of the mouth, reducing the nutcracker action often associated with single-jointed bits. Favoured by many riders for their gentle and consistent feel, French link bits are suitable for a wide range of horses and disciplines. Available in a variety of cheekpiece styles, they are a popular choice for everyday riding, schooling and competition. Explore Dever Saddlery’s collection of quality French link bits, selected to support comfort, responsiveness and effective communication between horse and rider.