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Functionality of Barrel Racing Bits: Mouth Pieces
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Selecting a mouth piece can be one of the more challenging aspects of selecting a bit for your horse. Troy Flaharty breaks down the different types of mouth pieces he makes and how they can be used with various cheek pieces to create the feel you're looking for.
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