Ridden TREC – Drop

© Kim Stoddard

Description

A stepped change in ground levels, such as a wall or embankment with a distinct fixed edge on stable ground.

– Front width: 2 – 3 m
– Heights based on Rider Level.

Objective

To step or jump down. Highlighting the forwardness of the horse as well as the correct approach of the rider.

Levels

L1: 2’ (.61m)
L2: 2’- 6” (.76m)
L3: 3’ (.91m)
L4: 3’- 6” (1.1m)


Scoring This Obstacle

See also: Ridden Obstacles / Scoring

Effectiveness Faults (E Score) -3 per incident

BEFORE the obstacle:

– Running Out
– Error of Course Corrected
– Stepping Back
– Refusal
– Circling

IN the obstacle:

– Break of Gait

Note: Change of gait / jumping from a standstill permitted (No Fault).

Style Faults (S Score) -1 per incident.

– Irregular Forward Motion
– Incorrect Rider Position, Not Over the Stirrups and Light
– Loss of Balance of the Horse or the Rider
– Incorrect Rider Aids
– Horse Moving Sideways
– Rider Not Looking Forward
– Rider Interfering With Horse’s Balance

Penalties (P Score)

– Brutality (-5)
– Dangerous Riding (-5)
– Fall of Horse or Rider (Rider Excused)
– Leaving The Obstacle (-10)
– Other Obstacle Specific Penalties
– Other Obstacle Specific Penalties
– Other Obstacle Specific Penalties


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JUDGES SCORECARD

A. E Score: 7 / S Score: 2 / Total: 9

B. E Score: 7 / S Score: 3 / Total: 10

C. E Score: 4 / S Score: -1 Rider position / Total: 3

D. E Score: 7 / S Score: 2 / Total: 9