{"product_id":"equifit-essential-bittape","title":"Essential BitTape®","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA discreet \u0026amp; comfortable silicone wrap to help prevent bit pinching \u0026amp; create a gentle feel that horses love. Essential BitTape is a new approach to a long-trusted training aid.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" mce-data-marked=\"1\"\u003eVersatile \u0026amp; Easy to Use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDesigned for multiple uses depending on application \u0026amp; style of bit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCushioned Comfort\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSoftens the bit for sensitive horses\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAlternative to Bit Guards\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHelps prevent pinching\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAids in Bit Repair\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCreates a smooth surface on chewed up bits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eEasy to Use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCut to your preferred length\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSecure Storage\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eResealable plastic bag keeps out dirt, air \u0026amp; moisture\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRegular \u0026amp; Wide Size Options\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRegular size is\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u0026nbsp;1” (2.5 cm) W x 120” (304.8 cm) L, Wide size is 2” (5.08 cm) W x 48” (121.9 cm) L\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDirections for Use\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eStart with a clean \u0026amp; dry workspace to ensure proper adherence.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCut your desired length of BitTape. The average horse bit takes approx. 6-12\", but this can vary with application or size of bit.\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGently pre-stretch the BitTape material.\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlace the starting edge on the front of the bit to avoid creating a bump against the horse's tongue.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOverlap the BitTape approx. 50% onto itself as your wrap.\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOnce wrapped, squeeze the material firmly to ensure proper adhesion.\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIf you see signs of wear or BitTape begins to loosen, cut it off, discard \u0026amp; re-wrap the bit with new material.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTips \u0026amp; Tricks\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTake your time! Once BitTape has adhered to itself, you will not be able to unwrap \u0026amp; re-use material.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFor best results, apply the minimum number of layers required (over-wrapping may reduce durability).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDo not leave horses unattended with a wrapped bit in their mouth for an extended period of time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBitTape will generally last multiple rides, depending on the efficacy of application, the number of layers applied, the style of bit, how much the horse chews \u0026amp; other factors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOther Information\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNon-toxic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIntended for single-use application.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eStore the unused portion of the BitTape roll back in its sealed bag to protect from dirt, air \u0026amp; moisture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCheck with your competitive organization(s) before use during competition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMaterials: 85%-95% methyl vinyl silicone (silicone rubber compound) \u0026amp; 5-15% proprietary additives.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNot hazardous under OSHA or WHMIS criteria.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFDA compliant to §177.2600, CFR 21 “Rubber Articles Intended for Repeated Use”.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBitTape has not been evaluated for long term use with horses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"EQUIFIT","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44168419442918,"sku":"52664","price":31.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0678\/1471\/9718\/files\/bittape.png?v=1706497897","url":"https:\/\/www.boutiquetartan.com\/en\/products\/equifit-essential-bittape","provider":"TARTAN","version":"1.0","type":"link"}