I've been riding out with a head collar under Cognac's bridle (with the noseband removed), this means when I stop I can simply remove the bridle and he can then easily eat. Until now I have just been using a regular bridle, but was concerned about the metal bits catching/ rubbing his face if he wears it for a prolonged period of time. I have now switched to a lightweight rope halter which is great- I just need to keep my eye in it to make sure the knots do not rub his cheek bones etc
Rope halter is brilliant! If you get some clip on reins that's all you need! Mine go everywhere with just this - much easier to stop them too and no damage to the sensitive mouth.
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