> > You mentioned "strapping" in your message. I've never heard that term
> > before. What is it? Thanks, Nikki
>
>
> It must be an Australian expression. I don't know what you use
> instead!!
>
> Strapping is the term we use when we work on the horse after a leg to
> cool it down etc. before presenting to the vet.
>
> A strapper is the mug (if you can get one) who waits in camp in all
> weathers, gets everything ready, carts water then suffers abuse from the
> rider if everything is not ready!! A rider who is confident in the
> strapper hands the horse over to him/her to strap the horse and
> sometimes presents to the vet while the rider takes a break.
>
> Hope this is clear, if not fire away with the questions!!!
>
> Anne
>
A pit crew member! Now we have a new name for our pit crew people. I like it.
Fish Creek Team has the best strappers around. Is that properly stated?
joyce