Kimberly Harrison I just start with one that I think the horse will get along with and then I let them where it several times.  If they don't accept it (they almost always do) then I try something else.   No real science, just trial and error.  Good luck!🙂

Stesha Reukauf I hate to hear about the bucking!  I hope you're ok.  It's hard to say exactly what the problem is, but I would say the cause is what you suspect.  He needs to fully understand and be confident moving forward off the cluck and smooch before you get back on.  Try working on moving him without a flag.  Get him up to a lope and back down to a walk just off your posture/verbals.  Cluck to go faster, low and slow talking (or a hum) to bring him down.

Then, step up in the saddle, then step back down and move his feet several times.  He should put the two together and move on out quietly for you.  Also, make sure he's plenty winded before you try another ride.😂. Good luck and keep me posted.🙂

Stesha Reukauf i hate to hear you came off, I hope you're not hurt!  I would guess, without witnessing the event, is that your horse wasn't confident moving his feet with you sitting up there.  I'd slow down and make sure he 100% understands to move off a verbal cue (cluck/smooch), step up in the saddle, get off, move his feet, repeat.  Make sure he's not fresh and that he understand the snaffle bit and that you can stop and turn him (ground driving).  I've never had it fail me if I make sure I do my homework🙂.  As far as personal confidence, I'd just keep going and try not to let the past events bother you.  I know that's easier said than done, but it's the only way I'm aware of.  Keep us posted. 🙂

Kimberly Harrison Here you go🙂:  https://b1horsemanship.com/programs/collection-mtzmwlhbt38

Bryan Hooper great news.  Keep us posted!

Lucas Whaley I wouldn't think to go that direction after a snaffle.  The shanks a re a little long for me.  Although, if a person has good enough hands, he can use anything.😉

Flesh around the eye.

Lucas Whaley  just type in "speed control" in the search bar on the main page.   It'll fix you right up!😉

@lucaswhaley Fact!  Thanks for those kind words!

Lucas Whaley I tie the shanks together so my rope doesn't get between the shanks when I'm roping.  I need to put one on that other bit😁