7-1/2" Cheek Series
The 7-1/2" cheek style is the next line up in the tool box.  Extremely versatile, this bit can be used for training drills, pleasure riding, or competition.  This cheek has a 2-1/2" purchase with a 5" shank.  The shank is swept back, like the 6" model, but to a lesser degree, which offers more leverage and control.  The purchase/shank alignment ratio creates more pressure to all points of fcontact than the 6" cheek.  When properly used and adjusted, it is still considered a mild cheek, but on with plenty of leverage to control the horse at increased speeds.

7-1/2": 1" X 1-3/4" Correction
Extremely popular with performance riders and trainers from all disciplines, this bit is a step up from the floating spade.  The taller port in the mouthpiece creates more palate pressure.  The mouthpiece creates more palate pressure.  The mouthpiece wraps the mouth, applying increased pressure to the sides of the tongue.  The wrapping effect is also sensed by the corners of the mouth and the bars, while chin pressure results from applied pressure to the curb.  Often used on finished, well-broke horses used in speed events, roping, cutting, reining, and team penning,.  Good for collection and stopping.