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Cavesson

Cavesson meaning

A part of a horse's bridle that consists of a headstall with a noseband. When a martingale is used, it is attached to the horse's head at the cavesson.

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At the upper levels a plain cavesson is used on a double bridle.

If a double bridle is used, a plain cavesson or crank noseband must be worn.

If a gag bit is used, there will be a drop noseband in addition to the cavesson, supporting the tie-down.

Other headgear A longeing cavesson (UK: lungeing) is a special type of halter or noseband used for longeing a horse.

The figure-8 cavesson is the most popular type.

With a snaffle bridle, the rider is also free to use the drop, flash, or grackle noseband, with the flash and plain cavesson being the most common.