The EquiKind apple flavoured mouthpiece on this bit makes it more comfortable in the horse?s mouth but it still has the leverage of a Dutch gag. The 5 and smaller sizes of this bit come with shorter cheeks to ensure the bit remains in proportion with the smaller head. The EquiKind apple flavoured mouthpiece on this bit makes it more comfortable in the horse?s mouth but it still has the leverage of a Dutch gag. The 5 and smaller sizes of this bit come with shorter cheeks to ensure the bit remains in proportion with the smaller head.