Too many people do race and consequently do damage to their horses. It is
the rare animal that goes on for years and years and years if he is RACED.
The higher mileage horses are FINISHERS..and that's the most important
aspect of this sport to remember...have fun, ride beautiful places with great
people. Leave the racing to the very experienced (or until you get there
yourself). And, be judicious along the way. There have been and will be
those who race...just watch how long they last (with a few exceptions..and
those were ridden with extreme care).
Happy Trails to my fellow "finishers".
Teddy