EcoRider Perfect Fit Buckled Cheekpieces Pair
Sizing & Dimensions +
| Size Group | Magic Point to Bit | Actual Leather Length | Width |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pony (S) | 31 cm (~12.25") | 22 cm (~8.75") | 5/8" (16mm) |
| Cob (M) | 33 cm (~13") | 24 cm (~9.5") | 5/8" (16mm) |
| Full (L) | 35 cm (~13.75") | 26 cm (~10.25") | 5/8" (16mm) |
LEGAL
Regulatory Show-Ring Compliance
Certified compliant with FEI, British Dressage (BD), and British Eventing (BE) competitive rules.
Bespoke fitting, piece by piece, with traditional buckled security. The EcoRider Perfect Fit Buckled Cheekpieces are premium 5/8" replacement components designed with clean buckle ends rather than standard hook studs, offering a secure and classic look.
Hand-crafted from our premium, vegetable-tanned EcoLeather and deeply treated with EcoRider's natural beeswax formula, these cheekpieces offer exceptional strength and an immaculate show-ring finish. By selling our components individually in our Perfect Fit Custom Separates range, we allow you to select different sizes for every part of your tack setup, eliminating the fit issues of rigid off-the-shelf bridles.
Key Performance Features:
- Classic Buckle Ends: Features clean, traditional buckle ends for a highly secure, easy-to-adjust bit connection that is favored in many traditional showing rings.
- Supple 5/8" Profile Width: Perfectly scaled to match standard headpieces and noseband lines, maintaining a unified, clean aesthetic.
- Mix-and-Match Sizing: Build a bridle that truly fits. Pair a Cob size headpiece with Full size cheekpieces for a customized, stable bit alignment.
- REACH-Compliant EcoLeather: Naturally vegetable-tanned over several weeks, creating an exceptionally kind-to-skin, hypoallergenic surface that prevents hair rubs.
- Polished Stainless Steel Hardware: High-grade, rust-resistant buckles ensure reliable, long-term security and easy adjustments.
Product code: ECO029
Anatomical Configuration
The height and angle of the bit in a horse's mouth dictate how pressure is registered across the tongue and sensitive bars. Traditional, pre-packaged bridles often force cheekpieces to be buckled at their very limit, placing bulky buckles too close to the sensitive eye area or temporal nerves. Perfect Fit Cheekpieces allow you to select the exact length needed to align the bit comfortably at the corners of the mouth, keeping hardware clear of the cheekbones.
Material Integrity & Care
Dynamic Fit Tip
💡 Pro-Tip: Adjust your cheekpieces so that the bit sits comfortably in the corners of the mouth, creating 1 to 2 soft wrinkles without pulling the lips uncomfortably upward. Buckle closures should sit flat against the face, completely clear of the eyes
The EcoLeather Taxonomy
☁️ SuperLux Softy
Crafted from pre-conditioned softy leather cuts, this range offers immediate suppleness. The leather is loose and responsive to the touch right out of the box, completely bypassing the traditional rigid break-in period.
🏆 Classic Heritage
Hand-selected from high-density bridle butt hides, this choice provides exceptional tensile strength. It offers a structured, secure feel under saddle and retains its clean lines over long-term use.
🔬 Ultra Comfort
Our absolute finest hypoallergenic leather, treated with organic balsam deeply heat-pressed into its core. Lined with a completely stitch-free underside to eliminate friction, sweat irritation, and rubbing.
