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[RC] weight divisions - Marcia NelsonThere are all too many
variables and variations to just focus on the weight of the rider/tack alone.
It is
impossible to make a level playing field through carrying weight alone.
Different breeds and sizes and shapes of horses
and different muscling and builds making some horses sleeker than others.
Different styles of riding with more balanced ones than
others and that makes a difference.
Different fits of saddles making differences in horse
performance.
Different heights of riders with leg length differences
that makes a difference.
I know there are more, but these are what pops to mind
for now.
In addition I detest weight divisions for personal reasons and
I can't believe I'm alone on this one. In this day and age of weight and scales
etc, it is cruel to have to go through the scales part. I have my own history
and trauma around scales with my gymnastics background. Many people have
dysfunctions and eating disorders and getting around
scales is painful.
I hope this goes
away in CTR and in AERC.
Marcia
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