RE: [RC] [AERC-Members] HRM at Vet Check Poll - Bob Morris
Bobbie:
So in
fact you would have two rides being held concurrently over the same course and
under the same rules except for pulse recovery time. This give thought to a few
questions; if there are fewer than 10 riders declaring for the "race" category,
what happens to the points? If you declare for the "complete" category and find
that you are in the top runners can you "upgrade" top the "race"
category?
Bob
Bob Morris Morris Endurance Enterprises Boise, ID
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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 ;-).
