Product Description

Flash Strap

Shires Avignon flash noseband strap. This thin piece of leather can be added to any bridle using a flash attachment loop. The flash strap also works with nosebands with a sewn-on flash attachment. It is the perfect way to easily restore your flash bridle and flash noseband to full use. Can be a replacement or add on to an existing bridle. Only available in black. Measures 27 inches. Avignon leatherworks.

• Replacement for missing or broken flash noseband strap
• Easily added to a bridle with attachment loop
• Standard size
• Avignon leather

What is a flash strap?

A flash strap is a bridle part. It is a thinner piece of leather that is attached to a regular noseband or cavesson. It is secured under the horse’s chin to stabilize the bit in their mouth. Prevents bit evasion such as cross jawing or putting their tongue over the bit.

What is the purpose of a flash?

The flash noseband keeps the horse’s mouth closed. It prevents bit evasion.

Should I use a flash?

Depends. The flash can help prevent evasion, however, horses open their mouths for many reasons. For example, if they open their mouth due to the bit being uncomfortable, do not use a flash to keep it closed. Most importantly, determine why your horse opens its mouth.

Fitting a flash noseband

Misuse of the flash attachment can cause more harm than good. It can restrict breathing, cause jaw clenching, numb the mouth, and more. Therefore, fitting it correctly is of the utmost importance. Start with fitting the noseband in the correct place. This is determined by the type of noseband. Wider nosebands fit differently than regular cavessons. Once this is placed correctly, the strap attachment should sit behind the chin and not on the lips. Be sure not to overtighten it. Leave one to two-finger width between strap and chin. This “Dressage Today” article outlines more information on flash nosebands.