Ridecamp: RE: [RC] [RC] B.C.A.A. Complex

Jim

You stated <<<several AERC rules certainly could use some
thoughtful "upgrades" to be
more specific, given the advancements in technology and
medicine. >>>

Well, don't be bashful, share with us all.

Bob

Bob Morris
Morris Endurance Enterprises
Boise, ID

-----Original Message-----
From: ridecamp-owner@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
[mailto:ridecamp-owner@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx]On Behalf Of Jim
Holland
Sent: Sunday, June 30, 2002 5:19 PM
To: Heidi Smith; Ridecamp
Subject: Re: [RC] [RC] B.C.A.A. Complex




Heidi Smith wrote:
>
> >I ask AGAIN...........at the risk of being
> > repetitive  :o)
> > How does the administration of e-lytes jibe with Rule
13, especially the
> > "intent" section which states "Endurance equines must
compete entirely on
> > their natural ability."?
>
> The sentence after the phrase "natural ability" in Rule 13
reads:  "AERC
> prohibits from competition equines who contain evidence of
the
> administration of abnormal substances or of normal
substances      in
> abnormal amounts "   Electrolytes are normal substances
(present in the body
> at all times) and are being administered in normal
amounts, only replacing
> what is lost through work.

Hmmm...I have been following this thread with interest,
considering my
involvement on another list with 6.(K), which leaves also
leaves much to
be desired with regard to interpretation. Pray tell us how
you determine
what is a "normal amount?"  Playing Devil's Advocate here,
care to
enlighten us? IMHO, this is a big time moving target. Bottom
line, best
take I've heard is "doesn't matter...he will "flush" what he
doesn't
need".

With regard to the "keep it simple" paranoia with regard to
AERC rules,
I would like to point out that the venerable Constitution of
the United
States has required numerous amendments to keep up with the
times.
(Granted that the on prohibition was somewhat misguided)
<grin> IMHO,
several AERC rules certainly could use some thoughtful
"upgrades" to be
more specific, given the advancements in technology and
medicine.
JMO....

Jim, Sun of Dimanche, and Mahada Magic.


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