In a message dated 1/2/2008 2:24:30 P.M. Pacific Standard Time, sshaw@xxxxxxxxxxx writes:
Officials do not like the look of them on horses and also cannot agree on a consistent fabric and size that allows for fair competition. In addition they have said that some countries may not be able to afford them, giving an advantage to the U.S. and Mid East countries and that some regions have cultural objections to same..