Sticks and Lunging Whips

Lunging Whips & Sticks

On this page, you'll find the lunging whips and groundwork sticks we offer at Becidor.

Lunging Whips & Carrot Sticks: Your Extended Arm for Clear Communication

Whether you're working on obedience, movement, relaxation, or connection – a good tool to support your body language is essential during lunging or groundwork with your horse.
With the right stick or whip, you give your horse clear, gentle signals from a distance. At Becidor, you'll find both carrot sticks for Natural Horsemanship and lunging whips in various styles and lengths.

These tools serve as an extension of your arm, helping you to refine your cues without physically stepping closer. This allows you to train safely, effectively, and with respect for your horse.

Why Use a Carrot Stick?

A carrot stick – also known as a Natural Horsemanship or Parelli stick – is designed as an extension of your body during groundwork. It helps you reinforce your body language and send clear signals to areas of the horse you can't reach by hand, such as the hindquarters or head, without changing your position.

Key features of a carrot stick:

• Rigid and firm, unlike a flexible whip

• Not a whip, but a communication tool

• Often comes with a string or flag for added range

• Can be used to gently rub or scratch the horse – encouraging positive interaction

The name "carrot stick" refers to the idea that the horse should like the stick as much as a carrot. It’s meant for positive communication and trust-building, not correction. That’s why it’s firmer than a whip – designed for precision and clarity, not for driving.

What Can You Do with a Carrot Stick?

Carrot sticks are used for:

• Groundwork

• Liberty training

• Desensitization and obstacle training

• Natural Horsemanship

• Trick training or liberty dressage

You can combine the stick with a lead rope or rope halter to influence direction, speed, or focus – without needing to raise your voice. The included string can also be used to offer visual signals or light touches from a distance. It’s a versatile, respectful tool for developing better communication and cooperation.

Lunging Whips

For classic lunging, a lunging whip is the tool of choice. Unlike a carrot stick, a whip is flexible and designed to encourage movement. You use it as an extension of your energy to guide your horse’s tempo or direction without needing to apply physical pressure.

Our lunging whips are:

• Lightweight and well-balanced

• Equipped with a long, soft lash for better reach

• Perfect for use with lunge lines, cavessons, or (bitless) bridles

A great example is the two-part lunging whip from USG, which measures two meters but can be unscrewed into two sections of around one meter each. Ideal for riders with limited tack room or who travel frequently. The detachable 2-meter lash provides plenty of reach without making the whip cumbersome.

Stick or Whip – What Do You Need?

The choice depends on your training goals:

• Working on communication, trust, and relaxation? Choose a carrot stick.

• Focusing on movement, fitness, or suppleness? A lunging whip is your best option.

Both tools have their unique benefits and help you guide your horse gently and clearly – achieving more with less.

Train with Awareness – Clarity and Softness

A high-quality carrot stick or lunging whip helps build a meaningful connection with your horse. You increase your reach, refine your cues, and train in a way that respects both the body and mind of your horse.

Explore our collection of sticks and lunging whips, and find the perfect tool to match your training style and goals!