Neue Schule Tranz Angled Lozenge Pelham
Neue Schule's Tranz Angled Lozenge Pelham earns a best-in-class spot for its patented lozenge and angled mouthpiece that promote poll release and reduce nutcracker action while still delivering effective curb leverage for training. It is positioned above simple steel Pelhams by offering advanced mouthpiece shaping and metallurgy that many riders accept as worth the premium for improved communication and horse comfort during schooling and progressive work.
Angled lozenge
Soft transition
Angled lozenge
Soft transition
Review Summary
"Riders praise the Neue Schule Tranz Angled Lozenge Pelham for its innovative lozenge design that encourages relaxation and even contact, and many find it kinder and more precise than traditional pelhams; a few note the unique angle takes some getting used to and it’s pricier than basic bits. Overall it’s considered high-quality and effective for horses that need a gentler curb influence."
Quiet ride
Tranz angled lozenge mouthpiece shapes the tongue and encourages salivation for softer acceptance.
Quiet ride
Tranz angled lozenge mouthpiece shapes the tongue and encourages salivation for softer acceptance.
Skill Development & Mastery
Enhanced Physical Well-Being
Neue Schule's Tranz Angled Lozenge Pelham earns a best-in-class spot for its patented lozenge and angled mouthpiece that promote poll release and reduce nutcracker action while still delivering effective curb leverage for training. It is positioned above simple steel Pelhams by offering advanced mouthpiece shaping and metallurgy that many riders accept as worth the premium for improved communication and horse comfort during schooling and progressive work.
Angled lozenge
Soft transition
Quiet ride
Tranz angled lozenge mouthpiece shapes the tongue and encourages salivation for softer acceptance.
Stainless construction with precision shaping gives clear, consistent signals without harsh edges.
Angled lozenge
Soft transition
Quiet ride
Tranz angled lozenge mouthpiece shapes the tongue and encourages salivation for softer acceptance.
Stainless construction with precision shaping gives clear, consistent signals without harsh edges.
$200-300 USD
Stubben Steeltec 2-in-1 Pelham
Stubben's Steeltec 2-in-1 Pelham is a market leader for riders who need a rugged, versatile training bit — the Steeltec construction offers a durable, low-maintenance finish and the convertible design lets trainers switch between Pelham and snaffle actions without changing tack. It undercuts pricier, specialty mouthpieces financially while delivering dependable German engineering suited to busy barns and stepwise training plans.
Stainless toughness
Convertible use
Stainless toughness
Convertible use
Review Summary
"The Stübben Steeltec 2-in-1 Pelham is valued for its durable construction and versatility (convertible use), with users reporting reliable performance and good longevity; some riders warn it can feel heavy or harsh if used incorrectly. It’s seen as a solid, well-built option from a trusted brand."
Sparkly steel
Convertible design allows use as a full Pelham or as a snaffle-style bit for stepwise training.
Sparkly steel
Convertible design allows use as a full Pelham or as a snaffle-style bit for stepwise training.
Skill Development & Mastery
Time-Saving Convenience
Stubben's Steeltec 2-in-1 Pelham is a market leader for riders who need a rugged, versatile training bit — the Steeltec construction offers a durable, low-maintenance finish and the convertible design lets trainers switch between Pelham and snaffle actions without changing tack. It undercuts pricier, specialty mouthpieces financially while delivering dependable German engineering suited to busy barns and stepwise training plans.
Stainless toughness
Convertible use
Sparkly steel
Convertible design allows use as a full Pelham or as a snaffle-style bit for stepwise training.
Durable Steeltec stainless construction resists corrosion and maintains smooth feel in the mouth.
Stainless toughness
Convertible use
Sparkly steel
Convertible design allows use as a full Pelham or as a snaffle-style bit for stepwise training.
Durable Steeltec stainless construction resists corrosion and maintains smooth feel in the mouth.
$120-220 USD
Korsteel Stainless Steel Jointed Pelham
Korsteel's Stainless Steel Jointed Pelham is a straightforward, budget-oriented option that gives consistent leverage and familiar jointed action for horses transitioning into curb work. Its strength and low cost make it a go-to for schoolmasters and trainers needing multiple reliable bits, though it lacks the anatomical shaping and softer-material options found in the Neue Schule, Happy Mouth, or Myler offerings.
Jointed action
Stainless resilience
Jointed action
Stainless resilience
Review Summary
"Korsteel's Stainless Steel Jointed Pelham is frequently recommended for budget-conscious buyers who need a straightforward working pelham—users appreciate the price and basic functionality, though some report rough edges, a less refined finish, and a joint that can be too direct for sensitive horses. It’s generally seen as good value but not as polished as premium options."
Classic control
Simple jointed stainless mouthpiece offers familiar nutcracker action for straightforward rein cues.
Classic control
Simple jointed stainless mouthpiece offers familiar nutcracker action for straightforward rein cues.
Enhanced Physical Well-Being
Skill Development & Mastery
Korsteel's Stainless Steel Jointed Pelham is a straightforward, budget-oriented option that gives consistent leverage and familiar jointed action for horses transitioning into curb work. Its strength and low cost make it a go-to for schoolmasters and trainers needing multiple reliable bits, though it lacks the anatomical shaping and softer-material options found in the Neue Schule, Happy Mouth, or Myler offerings.
Jointed action
Stainless resilience
Classic control
Simple jointed stainless mouthpiece offers familiar nutcracker action for straightforward rein cues.
Affordable, robust build makes it a practical choice for riders introducing leverage to training.
Jointed action
Stainless resilience
Classic control
Simple jointed stainless mouthpiece offers familiar nutcracker action for straightforward rein cues.
Affordable, robust build makes it a practical choice for riders introducing leverage to training.
$40-90 USD
Happy Mouth Shaped Mullen Pelham
Happy Mouth's Shaped Mullen Pelham brings a softer, horse-friendly approach by combining a shaped mullen profile with Happy Mouth's tasteable polymer overlay to encourage relaxation and acceptance during training. It provides a middle-ground technical advantage—more forgiving than bare steel and more affordable than top-tier anatomical metal bits—making it especially useful for sensitive or young horses learning curb cues.
Rubber comfort
Mullen shape
Rubber comfort
Mullen shape
Review Summary
"The Happy Mouth Shaped Mullen Pelham is popular with riders of horses that have tender mouths because its soft, curved plastic mouthpiece encourages acceptance and reduces sharp pressure; reviewers note it’s less durable for strong chewers and offers a milder curb effect. Overall it’s favored for comfort and gentleness but not for heavy-handed use."
Chewy comfort
Happy Mouth flexible, shaped mullen mouthpiece is kinder to bars and tongue and encourages acceptance.
Chewy comfort
Happy Mouth flexible, shaped mullen mouthpiece is kinder to bars and tongue and encourages acceptance.
Enhanced Physical Well-Being
Recreational Enjoyment
Skill Development & Mastery
Happy Mouth's Shaped Mullen Pelham brings a softer, horse-friendly approach by combining a shaped mullen profile with Happy Mouth's tasteable polymer overlay to encourage relaxation and acceptance during training. It provides a middle-ground technical advantage—more forgiving than bare steel and more affordable than top-tier anatomical metal bits—making it especially useful for sensitive or young horses learning curb cues.
Rubber comfort
Mullen shape
Chewy comfort
Happy Mouth flexible, shaped mullen mouthpiece is kinder to bars and tongue and encourages acceptance.
Shaped mouth distributes pressure evenly, making it suited to horses transitioning to Pelham control.
Rubber comfort
Mullen shape
Chewy comfort
Happy Mouth flexible, shaped mullen mouthpiece is kinder to bars and tongue and encourages acceptance.
Shaped mouth distributes pressure evenly, making it suited to horses transitioning to Pelham control.
$80-160 USD
Myler Level 2 Comfort Snaffle Pelham
Myler's Level 2 Comfort Snaffle Pelham stands out as a training-focused, technically refined choice thanks to its anatomically contoured mouthpiece and moderate port that offer tongue relief while retaining clear curb influence. As a market leader it commands a premium, but trainers choose it for precise, progressive communication and repeatable results that many riders find superior to simpler stainless options when developing responsiveness.
Comfort port
Level 2 leverage
Comfort port
Level 2 leverage
Review Summary
"Myler Level 2 Comfort Snaffle Pelham receives strong praise for promoting salivation, relaxation, and correct poll carriage while offering a refined curb action; owners report noticeable behavioral improvement and high build quality, though it is more expensive and requires correct fitting and use. It’s widely regarded as an effective, premium training bit."
Refined cues
Myler Level 2 comfort shaping provides tongue relief with mild porting for controlled leverage.
Refined cues
Myler Level 2 comfort shaping provides tongue relief with mild porting for controlled leverage.
Skill Development & Mastery
Enhanced Physical Well-Being
Time-Saving Convenience
Myler's Level 2 Comfort Snaffle Pelham stands out as a training-focused, technically refined choice thanks to its anatomically contoured mouthpiece and moderate port that offer tongue relief while retaining clear curb influence. As a market leader it commands a premium, but trainers choose it for precise, progressive communication and repeatable results that many riders find superior to simpler stainless options when developing responsiveness.
Comfort port
Level 2 leverage
Refined cues
Myler Level 2 comfort shaping provides tongue relief with mild porting for controlled leverage.
Smooth, anatomically considerate mouthpiece encourages consistent acceptance and reduced resistance.
Comfort port
Level 2 leverage
Refined cues
Myler Level 2 comfort shaping provides tongue relief with mild porting for controlled leverage.
Smooth, anatomically considerate mouthpiece encourages consistent acceptance and reduced resistance.
$220-350 USD