Elevate Your Performance with the Professional’s Choice Elevation Gag Bit

If you’ve reached the point where your horse is leaning on the bit or losing that crisp shoulder lift in the turns, the Professional’s Choice Elevation Gag Bit is the tool you’ve been looking for. Designed to bridge the gap between a basic snaffle and a full shank, this bit offers the perfect blend of lateral flex and collection for horses ready to level up their performance.

Built for the long haul and designed with the horse's comfort in mind, this bit features a unique 5 1/8" mouthpiece. That extra bit of width is intentional, providing the necessary clearance for the sliding gag action to work smoothly without the hardware interfering with your horse's focus. It’s a professional-grade solution for riders who demand precision and a soft, responsive feel.

Why Riders Choose the Elevation Gag

• Pinch-Free Sliding Action. The 5 1/8" mouthpiece provides crucial extra room, ensuring the cheekpieces slide freely without pinching the corners of the mouth during pressure.
• Immediate Signal Response. The 7.5" straight gag cheeks eliminate the "lag time" common in curved designs, delivering a faster, more direct signal to the poll.
• Superior Shoulder Lift. This bit is specifically engineered to help horses that "dump" their weight on the front end, providing the fluid lift needed for balanced, tight turns.
• The Gold Standard Transition. It serves as the ideal "step-up" bit for horses moving out of a basic O-ring snaffle into advanced Western speed events.

Best For

Western speed event riders and trainers looking for a responsive transition tool that encourages collection and shoulder lift without the harshness of a long-shanked curb bit.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Why is this bit 5 1/8" instead of the standard 5"?

The extra 1/8" in the Professional’s Choice Elevation Gag Bit is designed to provide clearance for the sliding gag action. This prevents the cheekpieces from pinching the horse's lips or the corners of the mouth when the rider applies pressure.

Q: What is the benefit of a straight gag over a curved one?

A straight gag offers a faster reaction time by removing the delay found in curved designs. This makes it an excellent choice for horses that need immediate cues to lift their shoulders and balance themselves for turns.

Item Number/SKU: BRB-410