{"product_id":"dustybutts-goober-smooth-3-piece-lifter-bit-with-dogbone-short-shank-copy","title":"Dustybutts ‘Goober’ Smooth 3 Piece Lifter Bit With Dogbone \/\/ Short Shank","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"261\" data-end=\"590\"\u003eThe Dustybutts \u003cstrong data-start=\"276\" data-end=\"314\"\u003e‘Goober’ Smooth 3 Piece Lifter Bit\u003c\/strong\u003e is designed for riders who want light leverage, refined communication, and improved shoulder lift without sacrificing comfort. The smooth dogbone mouthpiece offers a medium-soft feel, distributing pressure evenly across the tongue and bars for clear but forgiving cues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"592\" data-end=\"870\"\u003eIts short shank gag design provides just enough lateral movement and elevation to help horses stay light in the face and lifted through the shoulders. With a 5” cheekpiece, the bit delivers balanced leverage—ideal for tuning responsiveness without overwhelming sensitive horses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"872\" data-end=\"1213\"\u003ePerfect for intermediate to advanced riders, the Goober works well in events that demand finesse and control, like barrel racing, reined cow horse, and ranch riding. Whether you're transitioning from a snaffle or fine-tuning your horse’s performance, the Goober offers a clean, effective feel that promotes softness, balance, and connection\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eCrafted from premium stainless steel and German Silver, our bits offer durability and comfort.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eWe recommend this bit to be used with a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/dustybutts.com\/search?q=curb+chain\u0026amp;options%5Bprefix%5D=last\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003ecurb chain\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e \/ \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/dustybutts.com\/collections\/bit-guards-curb-straps-curb-chains?_pos=1\u0026amp;_psq=curb+chain\u0026amp;_ss=e\u0026amp;_v=1.0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003ecurb strap\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eMouthpiece  - 5.25” - Three Piece Smooth With Dogbone \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eCheekpiece 5”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dustybutts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44203275976747,"sku":null,"price":180.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0571\/0836\/5355\/files\/FullSizeRender_87b8b734-6fdd-4b1a-8354-faec92eb1e08.heic?v=1781567865","url":"https:\/\/dustybutts.com\/products\/dustybutts-goober-smooth-3-piece-lifter-bit-with-dogbone-short-shank-copy","provider":"Dustybutts Australia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}