Motion to amend the Trail Pleasure Division

Approved and Submitted by the Racking Horse Pleasure Association
(posted to website 7/30/08)

Section 8.5 Tack and Attire:

Change from:

6. Dress: Following the tradition of the show ring, it is necessary that the exhibitors be neatly attired for competition.  The exhibitor will wear an English riding habit, with the exception of designated Western or Country Pleasure Racking   All riding attire shall be neat and properly fitted.  A snap brim hat is required for gentlemen.  Hats on ladies are optional.  Hair must not obstruct back number.  Colt handlers may wear a dress shirt and tie.

Change to:

6. Dress: Following the tradition of the show ring, it is necessary that the exhibitors be neatly attired for competition.  The exhibitor will wear an English riding habit, with the exception of designated Western Pleasure Racking, Country Pleasure Racking or Trail Pleasure, Western Racking classes.   All riding attire shall be neat and properly fitted.  A snap brim hat is required for gentlemen.  Hats on ladies are optional.  Hair must not obstruct back number.  Colt handlers may wear a dress shirt and tie.

Also add to Section 11.4 (pg. 67-68)

(g) Trail Pleasure tack and attire may be either English or Western but not a combination of both.  Use of a cavesson is permitted in the Trail Pleasure Western Class.

(h) Trail Pleasure Western

The same specifications as the Trail Pleasure Division, with the exception of tack and    attire.  Refer to section 11.6 (b) of the rule book.   English exhibitors and Western Exhibitors shall not be combined at any show.