barrel/pole bending question?

I would move to a Little S if you're looking to move. You're not going to get the same amount of flex as if you were in a bit, but you'll get more than the English hack.

Work at home on getting him to bend and flex. That will get you the best results over any bit or hackamore. Get him light in the bridle and flexing with his whole body. A horse who only flexes with his neck is one who tends to be heavy on the front end. A horse who flexes with his whole body will work off his hind end more efficiently.

I would go with a little s. Or a stop and turn. We use both of them...but a little s is more for Arabians and horses with smaller heads.

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everyone already answered it.

stop and goes arn't harsh if you know how to use them. i would NEVER put a beginner barrel racer and tell them to barrel race with one. if you know your stuff and KNOW how to use one then i won't be harsh in any way.