"To demonstrate the value of type and soundness in the proper selection
of horses for competitive riding."
"To demonstrate the best methods of caring for horses during and after
long rides without the aid of artificial methods or stimulants."
I believe that NATRC needs to look at the issue you are raising and,
in fact, we are. Please write a letter (or email me) stating what you
would like us to do. The more input we get on this subject, the more
likely we are to address it. Anyone reading this who would like to
bring this or any other subject to the attention of the NATRC Board,
please write or email.
Send letters to:
Laurie Butterfield
NATRC Executive Administrator
P.O. Box 2136
Rancho de Taos NM 87557
-Jim Ferris
jferris@cwa.com
Morgan Hill, CA
> From: Virginia Goodman <PHA146@UKCC.UKY.EDU>
>
> Greetings-
>
> Could someone explain to me the rationale of competitive rides in
> not allowing boots on horses? Why can't they just assess a fixed
> point penalty and let me compete with boots instead of telling me
> I can't use equipment my horse needs? I know he's not a clean mover
> sometimes (like when he's excited, tired or spooking), but it seems
> mean to make him hit himself just because the rules say he's a better
> trail horse if he doesn't. Thoughts? Comments? Thanks.
>