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Hi all,
Don't know if this has already been suggested, but Matthew called yesterday with an idea for streamlining the VC process and addressing the concern about racers meeting the 15-minute window due to logistics. It is basically having two pulse boxes -- one with a big sign "RACE" and the other with a big sign "COMPLETE"  (or whatever language we choose). Those competing for a placing will have no more traffic --- and probably a lot less -- than they would currently, with everyone, regardless of intention, jostling for position in the pulse line. Those in the completion queue would go about their business at their chosen, non-frantic pace.

Now here's a new wrinkle:  If a "race for place" participant arrives at the vet check and realizes "I ain't gonna make the 15-minute recovery window," that individual can simply switch to the other line on his or her own before presenting --- sort of an "RO-completion". It again shifts the possibility for making a smart choice to the rider. If they are on the borderline (or for whatever reason), they can seamlessly make a choice for safety and sanity.

With the twin-box system, pulse-checkers can move from one side to the other as the number of entries in each waxes and wanes---potentially a very efficient use of volunteers.

Bobbie

Truman Prevatt wrote:

Below are the results of the use of HRM at vet check polls.
 

Have you ridden at a ride where a hand held HRM was used in the pulse box?

Yes (72 votes)80.00%
No (18 votes)20.00%
(Total Votes: 90 )
 

If your answer is yes to the above do you feel it is a valid way to determine if a horse is within parameters?

Yes (77 votes)86.52%
No (12 votes)13.48%
(Total Votes: 89 )

I know the numbers don't quite add up - guess some people don't read instructions, don't follow directions or get eaisly confused ;-).

Truman

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