Ridden TREC – Path Crossing

© Kim Stoddard

Description

A combination of two jump obstacles built on stable and level ground 1-2 strides apart flagged at entrance and exit.

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

Objective

To cross both elements of the obstacle in a straight line, highlighting the willingness of the horse as well as the correct approach and attitude of the rider. Choice of gait does not factor in the score.

Levels

L1: 1st 1’- 6” (.46 m) 2nd 2’- 0” (.61m)
L2: 1st 2’ – 0” (.61m) 2nd 2’- 6” (.76m)
L3: 1st 2’- 6” (.76m) 2nd 3’- 0” (.91m)
L4: 1st 3’ – 0” (.91m) 2nd 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:

– Change of gait / jumping from a standstill permitted (No Fault)
– If the horse refuses the second element the first element must be repeated.

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

The rider is not judged on the number of strides.

Penalties (P Score)

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


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