Most of the bronc halters I have ever seen have always been used the way they were meant to be lol. For Rodeo Saddle Bronc riding. In most events/rodeos the bronc will have a wide nose band halter on that is then connected to the bronc rope. Though I think it may come down to a strength thing. I was once told by an old bronc rider it was because of an PETA/other animal welfare organization thing they had to start using them, since apparently the normal nylon/rope halters used in the event were seen as inhumane and too severe. I am not sure if there is any for sure truth behind his statement, but it would make sense in some aspects.
Personally for my reining I have always leaned towards colors not bling, sure my headstall and saddle has some silver… but nothing over doneXD Just simple… then I use colors to compliment my horse/myself to give us a little bit of a soft pop haha.
If any one is interested in a place to find some really interesting custom ones, check this place out. Sure they have a lot, but I had one done with our family cattle brand for my dad as a present, more for decoration and sentimental value.
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that all said, I personally don’t like any flat nose halter, I have trained/worked with way to many pushy horses who acted like those halters were not there. Cross ties/shows great! General use… Rope halters all the way for mexP
