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    [RC] PR check on trail - Cheryl & Randy Winter


    In the same vein that Steph is talking about, I do think that there is
    another consideration with a P&R check on trail between the VC.  It allows
    the horses that are fitter to assume their lead while it helps the less fit
    horses to slow down by taking them off the herd adrenaline rush that may
    keep them going faster than is good for them.  If RM really wants to make
    sure to slow people down then make the time to reach criteria shorter, say
    20 mins.  I do think there are things that can be done to help the horses
    out, but not have to be a full fledge check early on in the ride, say
    around 12 miles or so.   I really think sorting the horses out early helps
    them settle down into their pace and not the herds.   Just a thought.  
    
    
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