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I find the information on post ride recoveries for
50 milers interesting, and agree there is need for clarification. Have
heard several rather heated arguments on this.
However nothing has been said about clearing up the
possible differences of opinion in the LD finishing criteria.
One result of the "must recover within the 6 hr
limit" is effectively reducing the actual available riding time to 5 hours for
25 miles, assuming a 30 minute hold during the ride.
If this is felt to be a practical speed for
beginning riders and horses, fine. Should have little effect on seasoned
riders doing LDs for whatever reason.
It does clearly treat LDs and endurance finishes
differently.
What ever the BoD and LD committee feels is best,
get it clearly stated and published.
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