A. Brief Description of the Issue
Would like to be able to wear spurs while galloping.
B. Discussion of the Issue and Problem
What specific problems or concerns are involved in this issue?
Not being able to wear spurs on problem horses I feels is a safety issue.
Having spurs helps me correct bad or dangerous behaviour. The spurs help me to keep them going straight or stop them from balking/spinning.
Who does the issue affect?
Every person out on the track. I feel this is a safety issue.
What existing HRA rules relate to this issue?
I was told by the outrider (Barry Hodgson) this was a rule implemented by the previous outrider (Larry Dagg).
C. Possible Solutions and Impact
What solution does this proposal provide?
I feel that each individual rider should potentially be judged on experience and expertise. I know from my experience my horses are safer out on the track if I have spurs on.
How will the solution fix the problem?
I feel I personally would have more control over the horse I’m riding if I have spurs on.
How will the change affect any entities or stakeholders?
I’m not sure on this.
How will you or your organization be affected by the proposed change?
What are the benefits of the proposed change?
Safety
What are the possible drawbacks of the proposed change?
Some people may not have the experience riding with spurs, or some may be too rough. This is why I suggest
each person should/could be judged on experience.
D. Please identify any affected stakeholder groups that expressed support or opposition.
(These stakeholders may include the racetracks, breed registries, owners, trainers, jockeys, veterinarians, or others.)
For those stakeholder groups that have expressed an opinion, please list the points on which they agree or disagree, and the arguments they have expressed.
I’ve spoken to some of the more experienced gallop people and they agree that spurs are used as a tool and are used for safety reasons.
Are there any affected stakeholder groups that have not been consulted on this proposal?
No
Please attach any formal letters of support or opposition by stakeholder groups. Files must be .pdf, .doc, .docx, or .txt format and under 3072k for the system to accept the submission. You can add a maximum of 3 attachments.
E. Attach the rule language you are proposing. Please show new language in a new paragraph below the current wording. If you are proposing that current rule language be eliminated, please indicate the text to be deleted with [delete: sample deleted copy]
F. Do any racing jurisdictions currently have a version of this rule in effect? If yes, please attach copies of those rules.
This is the only track I’ve been to that I couldn’t wear my spurs to gallop.
G. Review the Rules Governing Horse Racing in Alberta and identify any other Rules this change would affect and submit proposed amendments to those rules to comply with changes that would be made by this proposal.
None that I know of.
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