Exion 'Vela' Figure 8 Jumping Bridle with Reins 

• BRIDLE STYLE: Jumping Figure 8 Bridle
• CROWN PIECE: Triple Strap 'Anti-Pressure' Crownpiece
• BROWBAND & NOSEBAND: Raised Fancy Stitched Straight Browband & Fancy Stitched Figure 8/Grackle/Mexican Noseband with Rings
• CHEEK PIECE: 1/2" (13mm.) wide cheekpieces with Hook Fastening
• REINS: Rubber Reins with Martingale Stoppers
• CHOICE OF LEATHER: Vegetable Tanned Leather | Italian English Leather 
• LEATHER COLOUR: Black | Brown Leather
• SIZES: Warmblood (Over) | Horse (Full) | Cob (Medium) | Pony (Small)

Item code # 1089

>HEADPIECE

Featuring the default crownpiece for our jumping bridles, the Exion 'Triple Strap' Anti-Pressure Crownpiece,  relieves pressure from the horse’s poll. The anatomical ear cut-outs and a central pressure-relief gap provide generous clearance, while ample padding provides cushioning without restricting movement, supporting clearer rein communication and a calmer, more relaxed way of going. 

>BROWBAND

The straight padded browband features raised contrast fancy stitching that mirrors the stitching on the noseband, creating a cohesive and classic jumping bridle look, ideal for modern jumping tack.

>NOSEBAND

The 'Vela' Figure 8 Noseband for horses features a ring-based configuration that allows 360-degree adjustment, offering greater flexibility in figure 8 noseband fitting compared to anatomical leather-based grackle nosebands. This allows the noseband to sit more naturally and evenly across different head shapes, improving overall grackle bridle fit and stability. A soft sheepskin-padded circular centrepiece cushions the area under the most tension, helping reduce friction and pressure while maintaining the refined appearance expected from premium jumping and eventing tack.

>REINS

Crafted from high-quality rubber, these reins provide a secure, refined grip for confident riding. Equipped with martingale stoppers and a reliable hook fastening, they offer both functionality and a clean, professional finish.

>HARDWARE

Both the reins and cheekpieces use hook stud fastenings, offering a neat, seamless look. Like all Exion bridles, the hunting bridle is finished with premium stainless steel hardware for long-lasting durability and a polished shine. 

Widely used in show jumping and eventing, the Exion 'Vela' Figure 8 Bridle provides the key grackle bridle benefits riders look for. Commonly referred to as a Mexican bridle or grackle bridle for horses, this noseband helps stabilise the bridle and keep the horse’s mouth comfortably closed without interfering with breathing. making it especially suitable for strong horses and fast-paced disciplines where stability, airflow, and refined communication are essential.