Re: NATRC shoeing rules

[DreamWeaver <karen@chaton.gardnerville.nv.us>]

>I think that both Nancy and Joe are right in what they say regarding
>shoeing/NATRC. However, I think you're also missing the point just a
>little bit here - yes, NATRC has always promoted natural - no artificial
>- methods/devices while competing, and being able to go the distance
>can ride the entire distance, but slow down their pace sufficiently to
>allow the horse to pick through rocky areas without hurting themselves,
>and then go faster on good footing. Generally these rides are not held
>in areas that are nothing but rocks. 

LOL ---- oh so now I understand why there are no  NATRC rides in Nevada! ;^)



Happy Trails,

Karen
in NV
& Weaver
& Rocky
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