Re: Protective Boots

[Teddy Lancaster <Teddy@runningbear.com>]

That is an ECTRA rule and applies to ALL sanctioned ECTRA rides.

Teddy

Flemmer, Linda wrote:

> BMcCrary27@aol.com wrote:
> > >
> > <<  It is my understanding (ie, my sister told me) that
> >  while protective boots are allowed on endurance rides, if you choose to
> >  put them on your horse, you cannot stand him for best condition. >>
> >
> > I have never heard of this in endurance competition
>
> I HAVE been to some endurance competitions in the NE where it was a RIDE
> MANAGER's rule to eliminate horses using leg protection from
> consideration for BC. It was announced up front and was part of the
> written rules on the entry form - no surprises.
>
> Linda Flemmer