mardigras Posted April 28, 2020 Share Posted April 28, 2020 4 minutes ago, Maximus said: shite...we have't sorted out the starter ...any suggestions?? I think the bookies should be in charge of starting the races. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
curious Posted April 28, 2020 Share Posted April 28, 2020 9 minutes ago, barryb said: Jockeys 3 wide at any stage in the run will be automatically disqualified. On a heavy surface those failing to get to the outside rail at the top of the straight will be out as well. Remember I'm in charge of the irrigation. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mardigras Posted April 28, 2020 Share Posted April 28, 2020 12 minutes ago, barryb said: Jockeys 3 wide at any stage in the run will be automatically disqualified. On a heavy surface those failing to get to the outside rail at the top of the straight will be out as well. I thought we were at Foxton - they'll just be fanning across to get a nice clear run. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
curious Posted April 28, 2020 Share Posted April 28, 2020 3 minutes ago, barryb said: Can we have a hurdle race? maybe certain members from the industry can lay on the track down the straight?. I think Foxton have lost their hurdles. Someone loaned them to someone a few years back but no-one seems to remember who. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hesi Posted April 28, 2020 Author Share Posted April 28, 2020 1 hour ago, Maximus said: some lateral thinking required here, lads...can't pay jockeys FEES (there is no money). Why not market it as an exclusive/ unique event so that jockeys plead to be considered for mounts(s)...excess demand over supply = highly desirable attraction...so, let's make the Feature race the Foxton Cap restricted to HOT JOCKS ONLY and they can send in their best pix accordingly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
curious Posted April 28, 2020 Share Posted April 28, 2020 I'm not sure that meets Max's "hot" criterion Hesi but you've done an awesome job there of keeping your weight off the horse winning that one that you'd have to be a consideration. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mardigras Posted April 28, 2020 Share Posted April 28, 2020 1 minute ago, barryb said: what are those things in the background? is that called a crowd? Only the under age punter (on the left of the two) and the woman at the back, backed number 2. The rest are still trying to find their runner. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
curious Posted April 28, 2020 Share Posted April 28, 2020 4 minutes ago, barryb said: what are those things in the background? is that called a crowd? Are you sure it's not a poster? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hesi Posted April 28, 2020 Author Share Posted April 28, 2020 3 minutes ago, curious said: Are you sure it's not a poster? Don't you mean poser, as per the crowd these days at Ellerslie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hesi Posted April 28, 2020 Author Share Posted April 28, 2020 I was being serious, riderless is being trialled Racing authorities to trial riderless horse races amid coronavirus crisis Wednesday, 1 Apr at 9:51am by Jack Fitzpatrick Authorities are exploring all avenues to keep the industry afloatImage: Getty Images Concerns around the coronavirus pandemic have prompted racing authorities to trial riderless horse races in a bid to minimise exposure among participants. With COVID-19 forcing the suspension of a number of racing jurisdictions around the world, Australian racing officials are exploring contingency plans to keep the industry afloat in the event that further restrictions are enforced by either the federal or state governments. Key among these is to trial races without jockeys in an attempt to work around tighter restrictions and minimise interaction among the riding fraternity. "Should we get to a point where jockey interactions become too problematic, senior figures are considering implementing a jockey-free race scenario", an industry insider told Punters.com.au. "Time and time again we've seen riderless horses continue on in a race after their jockey has been dislodged, so if all horses are in the same boat there would be no unfair advantage to any competitors. "We've seen it work in the greyhound code and are confident that it would hold up with thorougbreds. "It paves the way for a very fair playing field from both a wagering and integrity standpoint." Horses would still be saddled up and weighted according to the entry conditions of the given race. Competitors would then be led up and loaded into the barriers by a handler prior to the starter letting the field go. A section of the track will then be cordoned off 400m past the winning post, to corral competitors at the completion of the event. There has reportedly been some concern among the jockey ranks that this could lead to riders being made redundant once the pandemic is resolved, however authorities insist this is not seen as a permanent resolution. "It is acknowledged that jockeys are integral to a quality racing product and this measure is only being considered in the unique circumstances we face as a result of the global pandemic," said the insider. "In no way, shape or form are we looking to make this change permanent - we are simply exploring ways to keep the industry going in anticipation of tighter restrictions down the track." The first trials are set to be held behind closed doors as early as next Monday. If successful, it is expected that the green light will be given for the idea to be implemented nation-wide in the event that a participant returns a positive test to COVID-19. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hesi Posted April 28, 2020 Author Share Posted April 28, 2020 Come on Barry, I'm not that thick Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
curious Posted April 28, 2020 Share Posted April 28, 2020 Just now, Hesi said: Come on Barry, I'm not that thick OK. I thought you were trying to qualify to join the club. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
curious Posted April 28, 2020 Share Posted April 28, 2020 1 minute ago, barryb said: You vote Labour don't you?. No. He said only once. I don't think that will get him in either. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
curious Posted April 28, 2020 Share Posted April 28, 2020 You really have to do something like propose that NZ racing close down all winter and restart in the spring. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mardigras Posted April 28, 2020 Share Posted April 28, 2020 1 minute ago, Hesi said: Come on Barry, I'm not that thick Tell you what though, after watching some of the jockeys try and ride at times, I'd bet on riderless races, or robot riders. Can't do any worse than some. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mardigras Posted April 28, 2020 Share Posted April 28, 2020 Just now, mardigras said: Tell you what though, after watching some of the jockeys try and ride at times, I'd bet on riderless races, or robot riders. Can't do any worse than some. Do I get extra merit points for the club with this? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
curious Posted April 28, 2020 Share Posted April 28, 2020 1 minute ago, mardigras said: Tell you what though, after watching some of the jockeys try and ride at times, I'd bet on riderless races, or robot riders. Can't do any worse than some. That comment would probably qualify you for membership. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
curious Posted April 28, 2020 Share Posted April 28, 2020 1 minute ago, mardigras said: Do I get extra merit points for the club with this? Maybe a voucher for a free Foxton Fizz. We should have a choice of two flavours available. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mardigras Posted April 28, 2020 Share Posted April 28, 2020 2 minutes ago, curious said: Maybe a voucher for a free Foxton Fizz. We should have a choice of two flavours available. I like their pineapple - well actually, I did anyway - when I was younger. Do they still make that? And is that one of the two flavours. This is a critical decision maker for me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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LookingForValue Posted April 28, 2020 Share Posted April 28, 2020 Willing to race for peanuts. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Midnight Caller Posted May 1, 2020 Share Posted May 1, 2020 On 4/26/2020 at 7:54 PM, barryb said: It’s $10k to get a horse there, so has to be good in the first place. Most Aussies are cheats and liars, very hard to judge that from another country. Horses have so much shit go wrong with them that it’s very difficult to organise distance travel to get to see them race. Many of the industry’s participants in both Countries I wouldn’t trust $5 with as they are that bloody slippery. Hence why I have had and still have horses with Freda, honest and genuine as they come & cares for the animal. Fair enough Barry! I see your still in the game know they have posted $15k racing! Hypothetically speaking, starting from scratch and racing in Nz was 10k,would you be tempted? Plenty of ex kiwi trainers in Aus if you wanted to keep it in the family.Even a slow one pays it's way by going Bush and landing a punt now and again😉.By the way,plenty of crooks in NZ you just have to peer a little higher over the parapet,or is it the fog in the Tron?😁. All the best with your runners Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maximus Posted May 1, 2020 Share Posted May 1, 2020 26 minutes ago, barryb said: Re read what you copied MC, I said there were many crooks in NZ Racing as there are in Aus. Yes I have one that depending on how she comes up this prep I will be tempted to flick to Aus. She is only 3 and looks to have big potential, just hasn’t had the chance yet with only 3 runs to date. wots her name? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Midnight Caller Posted May 1, 2020 Share Posted May 1, 2020 8 minutes ago, Maximus said: wots her name? Loose lips sink ships Maxi!(and the price)😁 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maximus Posted May 1, 2020 Share Posted May 1, 2020 10 minutes ago, Midnight Caller said: Loose lips sink ships Maxi!(and the price)😁 if youre a really nice bloke you could PM me 😧 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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