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This sounds like a pretty sharp idea.  More checkpoints with PR gates would 
definitely make inexperienced riders think, and as you say, learn how to 
read their horses.  I like it!  It wouldn't take too much effort to throw in 
and extra checkpoint or two on a 25-35 mile ride.

Barbara

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Steve Shaw" <sshaw@xxxxxxxxxxx>
To: "Ridecamp" <ridecamp@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Sent: Monday, November 12, 2007 12:06 PM
Subject: [RC] LD brakes on!


> I have said this before.
> It is so easy to keep tight reins on the LD event for newcomers and a 
> dimension of strategy for people who do this event.
> Simply put three or more vet checks or "gates"  for that event.
> Yeah, I know you will say that the ride managers can't do all that with 
> vets.... but you can still just use PR gates that are staffed with 
> volunteers OR even by the riders themselves. New concept. Hey, the Duck 
> has some self service turn around marshals at his events.
> This would not only slow down their event but would also force them to 
> KNOW how to take their own pulses, etc.
> I do not suggest a new rule (I hate them..) but maybe an encouragement and 
> support for RM's that do that....
> AERC could make a suggestion statement in its tools for Ride Managers.
> Steve Shaw
>
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