>>>> There isn't anything in the rules that requires them as I remember but there is a lot of gray area because "traditional" equipment is mentioned often and that's how I got knocked down a lot - between my Zilco harness, no blinkers and a helmet instead of a dress hat, I was a real rebel and fighting against the current. The judges would give me great comments on my horse and then give me low scores. I've never been a competitive person, though, so a blue ribbon has never meant a lot to me. I just liked the feeling of doing a good job and knowing that my horse and I had acheived what we worked towards. I always have a good time.
You're my kind of person, Laree! Karen Thomas, NC -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.5.441 / Virus Database: 268.18.3/696 - Release Date: 2/21/2007 3:19 PM
