Endurance Sept/Oct 2014

Endurance

Volume 11 Issue 5 September/October 2014

Reports from:

World Equestrian Games Inter Regionals Pony Club Champs

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Contents

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Views from the Chair 4 News 6 WEG 8 Nicki Thorne 10 Inter-regional 12 Pony Club 13 Home International 14 Rejected Foal 16 Hay Replacers 18 SERC 21

Editor’s Comment

As I write this, we are experiencing a beautiful September, with classic misty mornings, followed by bright, warm, sunny days…perfect for riding and enjoying the autumn countryside. The final few rides of the year are taking place, and the season of Award Dinners and AGMs is upon us.

The past few months have seen so much activity in endurance; the Home International, the Inter-Regionals, the Pony Club Championships, WEG, the Young Rider European Championships, to mention just a few of the high profile events. Congratulations to all who took part in each of these events, with a special mention to the team who contested WEG, a tough course with very high attrition rates.

Anna Williams, who completed the course, but was vetted out at the end, has written a fascinating article about the statistics of the event, which is published in this issue. Beth Langley and her team showed true grit and determination to complete successfully…well done Team Langley!

Congratulations are also due to Nicki Thorne, who has been listed as Number One in the FEI rider list for Open riders. A fabulous achievement, and you can read about how she has done that in this issue.

23 Cover Photo: Beth Langley and Ametista competing in Normandy. Photo courtesy of Gilly Wheeler

WEG Statistics 22 Heather Park 23 Ros MacFarlane 26 TopSpec Lindum Spirit 29 Mongol Derby 30 Management 32 Groups 34 Lameness 36 Results 37

Maybe it is time to reflect a little, and consider what YOU might be able to put back into this sport…whether as a helper at a ride, as a ride organizer, as a member of a Group committee, or, maybe as a member of the Board.

Go on, you know you like a challenge…you ride in endurance!

See you on the trail!

Cindy

So, the AGMs are nearly upon us…the management pages in this magazine will tell you that there are vacancies for the Board, and a dearth of candidates coming forward for election, so why is this?

Reading the Forum on the EGB website, reading the postings on Facebook and other discussion groups, lots of members “want things done” and think it would be “good to see changes” but when the opportunity to do something about putting change into place is offered, where are these people? Why are they not standing up to be a voice for the membership on the Board? I have read comments that the Board can be considered “cliquey”, not something I have found in my own experience…but the members vote for the Board… so they surely are people that the membership want to have running the organization?

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Views from the Chair Dear Members The fact that my wife Jane and I are now about to go to check out the route for the British Horse Feeds Red Dragon Ride reminds me that we are once again close to the end of another endurance riding season. As members of Endurance GB we must all be so grateful to our ride organisers, entries secretaries and all their volunteers for providing us with such a wide choice of events that give us all so much pleasurable riding throughout the year.

The ride calendar has been full of success stories this year. Congratulations to Alice Loten riding Warrens Hill Kizmet on her 20th place at the Young Riders Championships in Verona. Also well done to Hannah Maskell and Joyce’s Choice, who won our National Young Rider Championship. The South East Group took top honours at the Inter-Regional Championships at Barbury Castle despite some challenging weather on the Sunday! The English Team won the Home International at Kelsoe in Scotland, whilst Wales followed up by winning the Celtic Challenge. Finally, congratulations to Beth Langley and HS Ametista for their 28th place of 166 starters at the World Equestrian Games in Sartilly.

Over the last few months the Endurance Strategic Planning Group (ESPG) has made some major steps forward in addressing the problems within international endurance. The new rules that resulted from the ESPG’s findings were put into place by the FEI on 1st August and represent very positive steps toward the improvement of the welfare issues within endurance. The Board of Endurance GB will continue to work with its officials to ensure that the new rules are implemented rigorously and fairly.

The AGM is imminent. Please refer to the Management Update section of the magazine for more details.

You will have seen the “Endurance GB needs you” article recently circulated to all members asking for skilled assistance to help develop our organisation and sport at all levels. I ask the membership as a whole to seek ways in which they can assist, perhaps by helping to run a ride, by being a member of a Group Committee, by being a member of a Board Sub-Committee or simply just volunteering to help at as little as one ride a year.

At the AGM the Board will be presenting its thoughts on the future strategy for the organisation. This “Plan on a Page” has been developed from a number of workshops with the Board, run initially by Kevin Hawes, drawing on input from the membership and then finalised in conjunction with the BEF. It is intended that the Plan on a Page will be the foundation from which the newly elected Board can construct an operational plan for the next three years.

ENDURANCE GB BOARD OF DIRECTORS CHAIRMAN John Hudson t: 01398 332089 m: 07779 797170 e: johnhudson@endurancegb.co.uk RETIRES – at the AGM 2014 VICE CHAIRMAN Peter Claridge t: 01208 821328 m: 07771 897925 e: peterclaridge@endurancegb.co.uk RETIRES – at the AGM 2015 FINANCE DIRECTOR Peter Claridge t: 01208 821328 m: 07771 897925 e: peterclaridge@endurancegb.co.uk RETIRES – at the AGM 2015 COMPANY SECRETARY Ann Dark t: 01380 818223 e: anndark@endurancegb.co.uk RETIRES – at the AGM 2016

Sue Broughton t: 01724 721352 m: 07870 171641 e: suebroughton@endurancegb.co.uk RETIRES – at the AGM 2016

Fiona Videla t: 01949 843 349 m: 07841 143032 e: fionavidela@endurancegb.co.uk RETIRES – at the AGM 2015

Jo Claridge t: 01208 821328 m: 07917 161599 e: joclaridge@endurancegb.co.uk RETIRES – at the AGM 2014

SERC REPRESENTATION Christine Farrow t: 01228 576826 e: christinefarrow@endurancegb.co.uk

Brian Floyd-Davis t: 01293 786253 m: 07771581202 e: brianfloyd-davis@endurancegb.co.uk RETIRES – at the AGM 2016 Kevin Hawes t: 01342 825827 m: 07704 535 424 e: kevinhawes@endurancegb.co.uk RETIRES – at the AGM 2015 Julie Martin t: 01977 235307 m: 07857 445001 e: juliemartin@endurancegb.co.uk RETIRES – at the AGM 2014

Jeni Gilbert t: 01484 863506 m: 07845 975612 e: jenigilbert@endurancegb.co.uk RETIRES – at the AGM 2015 Calls between 9am and 9pm only please.

More details of committees and Board Member responsibilities can be found in the EGB Handbook

Credits Office administration Olwen Bryer Endurance GB Office, Abbey Park, Stareton, Kenilworth, Warwickshire, CV8 2RP t: 02476 697929 f: 02476 418429 Editor Cindy Russell Green Farm Stables, Albyns Lane, Romford, Essex RM4 1RX t: 01708 688075 e: cindy@cynburstud.fsnet.co.uk Publisher Matrix Print Consultants Ltd Unit C, Northfield Point, Cunliffe Drive, Kettering, Northants, NN16 9QJ t: 01536 527297 f: 01536 527294 e: info@matrixprint.com Designer Rick Fraterrigo

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NEWS...NEWS...NEWS...NEWS...NEWS...NEW BRITISH BRED HORSES Angel horse image SELECTED FOR BRITISH wins FEI Solidarity WEG ENDURANCE TEAM World Photo Grand Prix Two of the five horses selected for the Endurance team for the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games (WEG) Endurance Championships in Normandy this summer are British bred.

Portuguese photographer Filipa Scarpa has won the top prize in the FEI Solidarity World Photo Grand Prix for her stunning image of the Lusitano stallion Xisto.

The FEI Solidarity World Photo Grand Prix competition, aimed at uncovering photographic talent around the world in 2014, the Chinese Year of the Horse, was launched in May by the Fédération Equestre Internationale with Action Images/Thomson Reuters, asking amateur and professional photographers to submit images that capture an aspect of equestrian sport and lifestyles in a memorable and eye-catching way.

Lisbon-born Scarpa, who fell in love with photography 10 years ago, has won over 90 national and international competitions, with her images being showcased this year at the Sony World Photography Awards exhibition and on NASA’s Earth Observatory website.

She shot her FEI Solidarity World Photo Grand Prix-winning image on location at the wine producer Quinta da Lagoalva de Cima, in Portugal’s Tejo region, which also runs a stud for Lusitano horses.

“I love horses more than wine, and instead of photographing the spectacular vineyards, I headed to the stables where I saw this beautiful horse,” she explained. “The light

was fantastic, the horse was perfectly positioned in the middle of the window, and I took the shot in a split second. If he had moved an inch, this image would not have been possible. It was an amazing and lucky moment.”

The category winners (listed below) each receive a tablet, personalised leather photography portfolio and an Action Images/ Thomson Reuters master class. All winning and shortlisted entries can be viewed on Flickr here, with videos on Instagram here: • • • • • • • • •

Under 16 - Briar Kate Bayes (NZL) Instagram - Melanie Cottle-Askew (GBR) Photography students - Fleur Louwe (NED) Horse Portrait - Filipa Scarpa (POR) Rider Portrait - Jeffrey Fierens (BEL) Venue - Jana Spindler (GER) Professional - Libby Law (NZL) Abstract - Shannon Brinkman (USA) Amateurs & Enthusiasts - Miriam Paulovcakova (SVK)

The images will be published in FEI Focus, the official magazine of the Fédération Equestre Internationale, which is available as a free iPad application from the Apple Newsstand and online at http://www.fei.org/ fei/wpgp_winners.

Cate Langley’s, HS Amestista, (Platoon HT x Grandorr) bred in Devon at Halsdon Arabians by Mrs S Watts. Beth and HS Amestista have a very strong record and have represented GB at Young Rider level on four occasions, taking a bronze medal in 2012 after a close fourth individually in 2010. .

British bred, Crystal Wissam (Tango D’Ayres x Maximillian Isolan) also makes his senior team debut at WEG 2014 for rider Anna Williams and owner, Jane Williams. Anna and Crystal Wissam finished second in the 2013 British National Championship.

HS Amestista and Crystal Wissam join British bred horses on the dressage and eventing squads at WEG 2014.

FEI PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION

Six candidates declare for FEI Presidential election Representatives of six National Federations have submitted applications for the position of FEI President. The candidates, in order of receipt of the candidacy files by the FEI, are: • • • • • •

Pierre Genecand (SUI) Ulf Helgstrand (DEN) John McEwen (GBR) Javier Revuelta del Peral (ESP) Pierre Durand (FRA) Ingmar De Vos (BEL)

The presidential election will take place on 14 December at the FEI General Assembly in Baku (AZE). Current President, HRH Princess Haya, confirmed last month that she would not stand for a third term.

The application process began on 14 May, with candidates requested to send the FEI a curriculum vitae form, signed by the candidate’s National Federation, and a motivation letter. The deadline for submission of candidacies for the position of FEI President was 23.59 CEST on 1 September 2014.

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The trip will be led by organiser and amateur historian Andy Smerdon who will be taking along his horse Mack and mules, Meg and Buddy. He explains: “Horses played such a vital role during WW1 and we really want this trip to highlight the animals who lost their lives, as well as recognise those men who fought alongside them.

During our trip we will be visiting key sights along the front lines including Ypres, Hell Fire Corner and the battlefield of the Somme whilst raising money for two great charities, Blue Cross and Royal British Legion.”

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Chelmsford resident commemorates Great War in epic Sea to Somme horseback trip An Essex resident will be embarking on a 125 mile horseback trip to commemorate the Great War and raise money for charities Blue Cross and Royal British Legion.

46-year-old Andy Smerdon from Chelmsford, along with nine other riders, will be departing on August 14, travelling from Dover to Nieuwpoort, Belgium and proceeding on horseback in period WW1 uniforms along the Western Front, ending at the river Somme in northern France, recreating the journey from which thousands of men and horses did not return.

Blue Cross, which was founded in 1897, played a pivotal role during World War One in helping war horses through its hospitals in France, Belgium and Italy and sending veterinary packs and care manuals to British soldiers charged with caring for horses. Today the charity still helps rehabilitate and rehome around 400 horses and ponies every year.

Steven Broomfield, Manager at Blue Cross Victoria animal hospital adds: “Blue Cross was founded to care for horses on the streets of London and went on to treat over 50,000 sick and injured horses during the First World War. It’s wonderful that Andy and the team – including the horses – will be making such an epic trip to remember the important role animals played in the war. We wish them all the best for their journey.”

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Catriona is devoted to fibre feeding and makes sure that Leila benefits from a Dengie diet. “We couldn’t find a more perfect endorsement for our products,” said Dengie marketing manager Lisa Wilson.

“Endurance is a demanding discipline and it is essential that the horse is really firing on all cylinders, with a healthy digestive system and enough energy to complete long rides over challenging terrains.”

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The North Yorkshire-based rider has competed internationally as an individual and has also represented Great Britain at European and World Championships at Young Rider and Senior levels. WEG 2014 is a case of fourth time lucky for Catriona, who was shortlisted for Jerez (2002) and Aachen (2006), and had to withdraw from selection for Kentucky in 2010.

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The British Team after initial vetting

WEG 2014 Report and Photos from Gilly Wheeler The London Olympics was christened the friendly games. Unfortunately this Interpretation did not apply to the Endurance event at WEG. Lack of information and a parking nightmare was just the tip of the iceberg.

Torrential rain in the lead-up to this World Championships had waterlogged some parts of the course, making an already highly technical route even more challenging. Set in the picturesque Bay of Mont St Michel in the town of Sartilly, 100km from the main World Equestrian Games venue of Caen, the competition route took in many varied terrains including grasslands, roads, rivers and beaches. The loops were broken down into distances of 37.9km at La Lucerne, 35.8km of Avranches, 32.8km of Champeaux, 33.1km of Jullouville while Dragey, the final and shortest loop, was 20.4km long. The track was very well marked and local spectators cheered the competitors at all the road crossings and along the beaches.

The 7am start was delayed for a short time due to heavy rainfall and dark skies and when the competitors did get underway,

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it was by the light of vehicle headlights.

Horse and rider partnerships were buffeted.

Due to the course conditions the minimum speed was reduced to 14kmph.

The British team was in 13th place after phase two and for a short time was recorded as third but that was short lived as Annie Joppe riding Dilmun retired after the third vetting. It was doubtful if she had continued she would have achieved the cut off time and if Anna Williams and Beth Langley had waited for her, so they could ride together, it would have seriously jeopardized their chance of success.

It was a very busy event for the farriers, both Annette Masterson riding Millennium Chorus, who was eliminated over time at Vet check three and Catriona Moon on Leila, who was eliminated metabolic Vet check three, had lost shoes.

In the fading light Williams and Langley rode across the finish with their countries flag held between them. The final vetting would bring sorrow to Williams as Crystal Wissam failed on heart rate and joy to Langley whose 14 yr HS Ametista trotted

up sound to finish 28th in 10h 44m 13s (14.920kmph.)

Williams commented. ‘Our final result wasn’t quite what we would have wanted and I’m so so sorry to the people we let down - but I cannot possibly be disappointed with Sam’s performance.

He was perfect all day and I could never ever have asked anymore of him. I’m astonished at his grit and determination and have a newfound respect for him He’s young, and this was only his second 160km. It was a very tough ask of all horses and riders. The mud was like nothing I had ever seen and it was a genuine relief to come across some road.’

Langley said ‘ I don’t think we ever went on my timeout, we waited for the last GB horses time, so we lost at least 9minutes as an individual there. I know Tissy and I could have done better as an individual but we couldn’t have done more than we did for the team and at the end of the day that’s what matters. I would personally have liked to go a bit faster but we did what was best for our team and my horse came back sound and happy.

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Beth trots up Tissy for vetting

Anna Williams with Crystal Wissam

The beautiful setting belied the challenge of the course.

Beth Langley en route

It was a very dismal completion as only 38 of the 165 starters completed. The winner was Sh Hamdan bin Mohammed Al Maktoum (UAE) in a time of 08h 08m 28s (19.678kmph) riding the Australianbred mare Yamamah (Kurrajong Concorde).

It was a bittersweet WEG for Meg Wade and Chris Gates who had first trained and competed this 15yr old mare in Australia.

Their homebred Castlebar Contraband had been due to start for the Australian team but developed a sore foot prior to the pre ride vetting.

The delighted young Dutch rider Marijke Visser was second in 08h 19m 07s (19.258kmph) riding the 10yr old French bred mare Laiza De Jalima owned by Sh Abdulla Bin Faisal Al Qassimi and trained in the UAE by Anzac Mahmood.

Third in 08h 56m 23s (17.920) was Qatari Abdulrahman Saad Al Sulaiteen on the 12yr old Hungarian bred mare Koheilan Kincso.

The team event had extremely poor results with only three of the 33 teams entered finishing. Gold to Spain (28h 56m02s), Jaume Punti Dachs, 5th endurance trainer for the Sheik Mohammed, led the Spanish

Anna taking a break in one of the holds

team riders Jordi Arboix Santacreu 6th and Javier Cervera Sanchez-Arnedo 21st.

The French failed to win Gold on home soil and had to settle for Silver (29h 08m 44s) Experienced Jean-Philippe Frances led the way in 8th place riding the youngest horse on the French team 8 yr old gelding Secret De Mon Coeur who won last years 7yr Old World Championship in Italy. His teammates Franck Laousse were 11th and Nicolas Ballarin 12th.

Bronze went to Switzerland (29h 42m54s).

The Swiss team included Barbara Lissarrague who finished fourth. She had previously ridden for France until 2014, during which time she won 2004 World endurance Championship. The other team finishers were Sonja Fritschi 25th and Andrea Amacher 26th.

Of the 33 teams competing 19 had 5 riders entered 8 had four entered and 6 had just the minimum of three. There were ten nations with individual entries. It was vet check three that witnessed biggest drop out, ending the hopes of 16 teams that included the UAE one the favorites plus

Bahrain, Qatar, Belgium and Great Britain.

It was a dramatic opening loop in which tragically the Costa Rican horse Dorado died after incurring a head injury when hitting a tree 400m before the first check point .The rider Claudio Romero Chacon underwent surgery for fractures and internal injuries.

A faller at the start was Chilean rider Ana Maria Nova Funentealba, who eventually remounted to complete loop one before retiring and another retirement after this opening stage was the Croatian rider Alberto Morales Morales who also fell, as did Isha Judd from Uruguay who suffered a fractured right leg.

New Zealand’s Andrea Smith fell from Glenmore Tariq and broke three ribs on the fourth loop. The most notable rider to fall was the dual World and European Champion Spain’s Maria Alvarez Ponton who retired stage 3.

The last to finish in 11h 08m 11s was Costa Rica’s Rocio Echeverri riding the 8yr old Costa Rica bred gelding Jamin.

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Nicki Thorne

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NUMBER 1 Nicki Thorne has achieved a very special position in endurance – she is at the top of the FEI World Rankings.

Nicki , who lives near Watton is number one in the Open Riders rankings having had a successful year competing all over the world including America, South Africa and Europe.

Nicki is fortunate to be able to base her horses in several different countries allowing her to compete in international competitions all year round. Last winter she spent time competing in America with the aim of gaining selection for team GB in the World Equestrian Games (WEG). Nicki’s intended partner for the games, an 11 year old pure bred Arabian mare called Cleo was unfortunately unable to take part owing to a recent injury but earlier this year the pair came third in their first 160 kilometre FEI 3* race together in Florida.

How has she done it?

I cant believe I have had such a wonderful run of success and am so delighted to have succeeded in 10 out of 10 FEI rides, coming in the top 3 in several of them.

Having 2 wins in the UK has been really special, and to cap it all, top of the FEI

rankings – well what a year!

Of course I was disappointed when my British team WEG hopeful, Cleopatrah went out lame at final team selection, but everything else has more than compensated and it really is a dream come true. I am exceptionally lucky to work with a world class team of people and it just wouldn’t be possible without them I am very privileged to have my husband Andy Thorne as my crew and top supporter in everything I do, and this makes all the difference in the world, I simply could not do this without him there at my side every step of the way. My team includes Michelle McCleod who is crew and also rides with me at home, and then our home support when we are away competing, is Fiona Clark and Daniel Stehlik, this means I am confident that the horses are always well looked after both at home and away competing, leaving me to concentrate on the job in hand.

To be top in any sport means working with top professionals and for a 100 mile endurance ride every element is crucial.

I use Reactor Panel saddles from Saddle Exchange because they can be adapted to every change in the horses muscle and development. My farrier Laurence Ridgeway has been to major rides to crew with us so he totally understand the sport and has taken a specific interest in shoeing the endurance horse, keeping abreast of the latest developments. My vets, Knotts Yard, and my equine physio, Pippa Windell Baker, have given me enormous amounts of time and professional help. Nutrition

Nicki with Cleo

for the endurance horse is a huge factor, and I asked Dr David Marlin, of Science Supplements, to perform a nutritional review at the end of last season, and have been working with him since then. Lucinda McAlpine has been working with both myself and the horses. It is quite hard to put into words exactly what Lucinda does, but let’s just say the difference in the horses is world class. She not only works on my riding to help me get the best from them, she rides the horses herself and makes so many tweaks to their way of going and how they utilise their own bodies, freeing them up and allowing them to move better both at liberty and under saddle. This may seem like a large team but they are the people that come out to me on a regular basis and have made the difference between failure and success.

Coming over the line at The College Ride, Beds, with Bold Greyson. Photo courtesy of David Saunders

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Inter-regional

2014 INTER-REGIONALS

AT BARBURY CASTLE Report and photos from Mandy Yarnold Over the weekend 9th and 10th August a large number of riders, crews and horses converged on Barbury Castle to take part in this year’s interregional championships. This year saw the organisation of the competition being taken on by Jo and Peter Claridge. A new format was introduced this year with up to 8 riders representing their regions.

The classes are chosen to represent the wide range of experience and ability levels within the Groups. This means that EGB gives the opportunity for junior and young riders to ride against adult riders; novice riders and horses completing 32km GER to be in a team with advanced riders & horses who were competing in 101km CER. Is there any another equine discipline which offers this type of competition?

Katie Bedwin gets off to a flying start on Burfield Red Dragon

The Interregional award, medals and rosettes

Saturday saw the IR competitors riding in the CER classes and the 2 day 80km GER riders doing their first loop with an overnight vet hold. The weather was just perfect dry with a light breeze and not too hot. The very generous sized hold areas and the segregation of the FEI and National classes meant that crewing in the vet holds was largely a stress free event.

The arrival of former tropical storm Bertha early on Sunday morning at the venue had been widely predicted but we escaped the worst of the weather. We had periods of persistent rain in the morning interspersed with dry spells and the brisk breeze ensured that by lunchtime the worst of the weather had passed through. The venue was much quieter as the FEI participants had gone home. The 2 day 80 GER riders went out and rode their second loop and the final shorter distance three GER classes took place.

The groups then had a nail biting wait for the results to be calculated and checked. This wait however gave an opportunity for friends from different groups to renew acquaintances. Finally the wait was over and Jo Claridge announced the winners for the Interregional trophy and various class specific awards. The South East team came first, the South West second and Offa’s Dyke third. These two teams were tied on points and their final position decided by the results of Class 4.

The South East group’s Kate Curry was the highest points rider in Class 11 65km GER and her fabulous horse Doyenne won the best veteran. Also representing the South East Katie Bedwin won the highest points Junior/young rider award.

Huge congratulations to everyone that took part and a big thank you to Jo and Peter Claridge for organising the competition.

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Ollie Holman, 1st Junior Intermediate

Pony Club

PONY CLUB ENDURANCE CHAMPIONSHIP REPORT 2014 The Endurance Championships was held alongside the other disciplines in 2014, at The Pony Club Championships at Cholmondeley Castle, Cheshire, with the route running through the beautiful Cholmondeley Estate and surrounding areas. Thirty nine competitors were entered at the Championships and after persistent showers and a cold wind, thirty six completed the relevant distances, 34km, 40km and 50km. Open 1st place in the Open Individual was Sophie Webber from the Bedale and West of Yore Hunt with (40.89 points), 2nd was Charlotte Vickery, Old Surrey & Burstow Hunt (40.00 pts) and 3rd was Elizabeth Child from the Wilton Hunt with 23.33 pts.

Junior Intermediate 1st place in the Junior Intermediate Individual went to Ollie Holman from the Old Surrey & Burstow Hunt (34.21 pts), 2nd was Georgina Child, Wilton Hunt, with 28.00 pts. Senior Intermediate 1st was Becky Dunn from Ryburn Valley (41.36 pts), 2nd was Hannah Marshall also from Ryburn Valley (33.44 pts) and 3rd was Archie Moffat from the Hampshire Hunt (30.59 pts). Both Becky and Hannah had helped Rebecca Parsler catch her horse after a tumble out on the ride. Rebecca unfortunately had to retire from the ride as her horse cut its leg. Novice The Novice Individual was won

by Morgan Skillen from Mid Antrim with 42.78 pts, 2nd was another Northern Ireland rider, Kathryn Weir on 28.46 pts, 3rd with 37.50 pts was Kirstin Thom also from Mid Antrim. So well done Northern Ireland for filling the first three places. 4th place went to Katy Wise from East Sussex on 37.21 pts, 5th Katie Lee, Ryburn Valley on 36.36 pts and 6th was Maia Wellbelove from the Old Surrey & Burstow Hunt with 34.78 pts. Novice (Teams) Teams were combined from the various Areas as follows: Area 17 consisting of competitor numbers, 19, 21, 7, & 25 - 1st Area 11 – competitor numbers, 15, 16, 20, 23 2nd Area 3 – competitor numbers 17, 18, 22 & 24 - 3rd Junior Novice 1st place Junior Novice Individual was Thomas Von Schweitzer from the Atherstone Hunt on 41.62 pts, 2nd again from Atherstone Hunt was Jack Hewitt with 39.49 pts and 3rd was Lea Wellbelove, Old Surrey & Burstow Hunt, 4th was Daniel Vickery and 5th was Rosie Moore again from Old Surrey & Burstow Hunt and =6th was Isabella Best and Charles Warne from the Bedale & West of Yore Hunt.

Coming through Cholmondeley

Junior Novice Teams

Old Surrey & Burstow Hunt - 1st Bedale & West of Yore Hunt - 2nd Mixed Team – competitor numbers 26, 27, 28, 29 - 3rd The Endurance Championships would not be possible without the brilliant support of all the Committee members and volunteers, Robert Blane (Chairman), Nikki Parsler (Tack Check and Scoring), Pauline Coster & Christopher Bromfield (Time Keepers & Starters), Jessica Clack and Laura Armstrong (Vet Writers), the Vets and Farrier, Sarah Tremlett, Jeff Furner, Jo & Peter Claridge, Janice Carnegie and Mrs Birkitt (Checkpoint/Road Crossing Stewards), all the Branches who took part, Crewing parents, the many helpers and supporters including Bryony Parsler for her help in the Secretary’s tent and Rebecca Parsler who helped put out horse crossing signs on the Sunday and after her retirement from the ride on the Monday, helped collect the route markers.

Out on the course

Also many many thanks to all the farmers and private landowners, including Harthill Stud on whose land the route was plotted. Well done to you all for completing and we all look forward to seeing you again next year.

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Home International

2014

HOME INTERNATIONAL / CELTIC CHALLENGE & SCOTTISH CHAMPIONSHIPS!

Photography courtesy of Lorraine Brown

Well as Chef of the England Squad I am still bursting with pride but back to that in a moment!

Firstly thanks to SERC for hosting this year’s event at the Scottish Championships, I think I speak for all the Chefs when I say – WE KNOW what a headache the HI/CC adds to any event let alone your National Championships – so thank you again.

Where in the World hasn’t the Weather been a problem this year and Scotland was no exception but despite that the Venue was excellent (even the infamous Scottish Mozzies weren’t too bad – possibly not according to Ann-Marie’s Royal but …) and how spectacular are the Borders to compete in. Jo, Lorraine and I all commented driving around the course “how about we nick a few horses and doing some riding around here ourselves”? We of course didn’t we had a job to do for a certain “St George”! Once again 2014 saw a record no of applications for the England Squad – I think it amounted to 52 in the end, getting down to a final 6 plus 6 reserves was a nightmare and we actually ended up with a couple of extra.

My philosophy is to offer a good Team experience along with the honour of riding in England Colours – the actual Team riding for points are not selected until the Friday of the competition – so although everyone gets to ride in kit the commitment of knowing that you are not necessarily one of the 6 is part of selection criteria – “are you really committed”? I hope each year that everyone goes away knowing they truly were part of the England Squad and even better this year part of the Victorious England Squad.

So who were the England Squad in 2014 and what did they do?

Our 160km CER combinations : • Alison House and Aberllwyd Briar Rose • Katy Bedwin and Elayla Both combinations looked superb so we were able to “lend” Katy and Elayla to the Irish Celt Team (and that’s another story) – what a Result for them both – Katy 2nd across the line 1st CC and Alison 3rd across the line 1st HH / 1st across the line was the indomitable Candy Cameron and I guess it was maybe right that the Scottish Championships were won by a Scot!

Katy was also responsible for this year’s parade theme of Morris Dancing – Elayla and Ellie were suitable bedecked and once again Jackie and Carolyn managed to show off their lovely legs – 2nd Place in the Parade!!

I might just add Rebecca did a bit of running in order to let Alison swop saddles half way around the final loop ... and there’s a story you can ask the ladies about when you see them next.

Our 120 km CER/GER combinations: • Jackie Lloyd and Nazka • Tracy Thompson and Just Giles Ah a glitch here – on our pre selection trot ups on Saturday both looked fine – Giles managed however to lame himself overnight (horses) and so the 120 was all down to Jackie.

Whilst Tracy and Team managed a Static Crew point and were official Ride Gate

Openers , Jackie and Nazka went onto be first placed in the 120 and won Best Condition.

Our 80km CER combinations: • Sally Toye and Emira bint Latifa (Mia’s first ER) • Bridget Brown and Murphy Himself • Rebecca Kinarney and Seren Capella Again a tough decision here but we decided to go with Sally & Mia for the Team and didn’t they do well, they rode beautifully and came in a very credible 7th place. Bridget and Murphy were 9th , Rebecca and Ellie decided to retire at the 2nd vetgate, Ellie was just not feeling right.

Our 2 day 80km GER combinations: • Carol Chapman and Silver Prince Sadik • Catherine Hood and Silvretta Athlete • Anne Marie Pelc and SA Sacred Spirit Sarah Thompson (she came along but on 2 feet) won the Margaret Mongomerie award for being just an awesome part of the squad Nothing to choose between the three with horses and although Sarah was there she may have struggled over the Scottish Borders on 2 feet! So after much discussion the finger was pointed at Anne Marie and Royal. The three squad members rode beautifully as a team, with Atty showing everyone the way ... Royal found the whole thing rather exciting and sadly Sunday morning was just slightly off and so got left behind leaving Carol and Cath to represent the squad both finishing in fine form.

The Team with their horses

Home International

Juniors next: • Katy Mellor and Sahir Opulence • Izzy Wilson and Gizmo Our two young ladies and their horses rode together the whole way, helping each other out with various hazards, they came in looking fantastic and were both winners. Izzy was the top Home International and Katy won the class – lots of silverware all round!

Finally Enland’s Novice combinations: • Carol Portlock and Kilbeg Flash • Jessica Sedgewick and Good Morgan As always our novice/novice combination are always the most difficult to field and this year was no exception however Rogate RC Endurance came up trumps and here we have two superb combinations AND their RC Chef Dawn. Carol was lucky to get a ride round with Jackie and Nazka on their 2nd day whilst Jessica and Good Morgan went out boldly alone. Fantastic results for the HI squad with Jessica placed as best HI novice.

Selected but sadly unable to make it to Scotland: • Tara Barker – lame pony (junior) • Jeanette Hopkins – lame rider (novice) • Judith Yarnold – lame rider (2 day 80) The event is such a unique won, hotly contested at ALL levels but such a lot of camaraderie and fun, be it England, Ireland, Scotland or Wales you are riding for - be assured friends are made, lessons are learnt and yet another part of our Wonderful British Isles are explored.

Finally really ...

Our whole hearted thanks must go to our sponsors, this is an expensive trip for everyone and every bit helps so a huge thanks to: Alkala Arabians (Andy & Nicky Thorne) Raid Equestrian EGB Point 2 Air Jackets And also some of our riders had individual sponsors: Osbourne refrigerators, WOW, Belimed, Bleach of Lavant, Waterside Chiropractic, MBS and Pulsin AND TO FINISH.... don’t be shy if you want to join in the Home International in 2015 – look our for the “Call to Arms” and get your application in ... All the best ....

Maggie Pattinson, Proudly Chef d’Equipe England.

CREWS: As always so much is down to the great crewing and this year was no exception in relatively difficult (cold, windy and a bit wet) the crews all worked tirelessly and together in our England Vet Areas both at the venue and out on course, we had our static crews and also manned gates both days for the Ride Organisers (also our static crews).

MANAGEMENT TEAM: Once again I have to thank my MT , Jo Woodman is of course a seasoned Team Vet and not only is it fantastic for me to have her to lean on but for the Squad Members from the most Junior and Novice to our Experience combinations EVERYONE benefits from Jo’s expertise and dedication.

Liz Hadland joined us for the first time this year, a brilliant Physio who worked hard pre, during and post ride making sure our horses were all good to go .... Nick her son joined us and worked hard “running around – doing the tea run etc” – we hope Liz will be back!

Finally Lorraine Brown who is my right hand/ left hand and just brilliant at making sure it all happens – we all sleep somewhere, eat something, get to the right place and look lovely in our kit – THANK YOU !

The scene at the venue

Rejected Foal

Jo Claridge recounts her recent experiences with a rejected foal Any breeder aims to produce a contented, healthy foal and the bond between mare and foal is something magical to witness.

In 25 years of breeding Arabians I have always worried when the foal is born – will they stand? will they suckle? will they pass their merconium? will they wee? and when they have – will they survive the first night? first day? first week? first trip outside?

– and as they grow up you are always concerned for their safety, guiding them into adult life like any child. We have been very lucky – we have experienced only two still-births and one maiden mare who took 48 hours to accept her foal – but our latest experience was something else.

A beautiful young mare came to stay as a potential “Mum”, became pregnant with frozen semen first time of insemination and spent a year with us becoming part of the family. Unfortunately she had suffered a terrible accident as a youngster when she had entangled herself in barbed wire, lacerated her legs and had to have skin grafts. Despite unsightly scars she was perfectly sound and enjoying life again.

We focused on handling her legs and although she was quite ticklish we avoided

Indie in the field with Silver Mistrahl

Jo teaching Indie to lead

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the waving feet and reached a compromise with her.

knew that she would be held still and was growing less co-operative by the hour.

Over the months she blossomed, and her character changed as she became more “mumsy” – all was set for the imminent birth.

The situation was spiralling downwards – by three am on the third night we were faced with a mare who did not wish to continue the process, a desperately hungry foal and a potentially dangerous situation – we were all exhausted, worried and felt totally incompetent. We separated them – putting her in the adjacent stable where she could still see him. She tucked into the hay rack – ignoring his crying. It was heartbreaking.

4 days early she produced – a beautiful colt, that funny mousey colour that indicates a jet black coat later – we must have missed the birth by 5 minutes – she was still lying down, the foal on the other side of the stable, still wet. She stood up, passed the placenta and looked at the foal from the safety of the other side of the stable. She didn’t know what he was – and had no intention of finding out. It is always difficult to know how much to intervene, and the foal managed to get to his feet without our help – but when he tried to suckle she determinedly moved away from him. When we held him still to drink she was really unhappy, and after struggling for some time we called the vet for some help.

Sedated, she was milked of the colostrum and it was administered to the foal by tube.

At two thirty we were all shattered – the foal could hardly stand, he was so tired, so we left them for the night, praying that we would wake up to find him up and happily suckling. He wasn’t. She kept moving away from him so that they ended up chasing each other round the stable.

We restrained her and held him to drink – which he did but she would only stand for a few minutes then became agitated – that agitation increased at each feed as she anticipated what was to come and the foal grew hungrier. As soon as we appeared the foal squeaked wanting his food, the mare

I contacted Joanna Vardon at the National Foaling Bank. When you are exhausted and upset you need a firm reassuring voice to make you focus on the way forward.

Joanna gave us a variety of options and we went for bottle feeding for starters.

It was 30 years since I’d fed my own children – now my kitchen once again held a sterilising kit, Milton tablets and soaking bottles. I cannot thank Joanna enough for keeping us on track and moving forward – or rather sideways. We embarked on a 2 hourly feeding regime – which was fine when we could share it but then my husband had to go away for 48 hours and I found it a struggle to get up in the night – but you focus and have to do it!

Add into this mix the organisational preparations for a large 2 day ride – the only bonus being the quiet early morning hours - ideal for processing the entries!

The mare went home – without a backward glance at her baby – he was thriving on his foal milk, which was encouraging. A blood test established that he had received sufficient colostrum and that his antibodies were present to protect him. We were relieved that we did not have to subject him to the trauma of a blood transfusion.

With a pillow for company (I was banned from ordering a large fluffy toy from Hamleys) and a great-dane “coat” to keep him warm at night “Indie” was growing rapidly. Two weeks old, and we borrowed a 9hh miniature Shetland to teach him to be a horse. Honeybunch arrived to take up her “Auntie” duties. She wasn’t overly impressed, but tolerated him – as long as he didn’t interfere with her hay. Any move to warn him off though, resulted in him being terrified – his early experiences of other horses had been pretty traumatic.

Eventually we decided that Honeybunch would prefer her own stable and take charge of the youngster during the day out in the paddock – she was pleased to see him for shorter periods!

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Rejected Foal

We must have missed the birth by 5 minutes – she was still lying down, the foal on the other side of the stable, still wet ... She didn’t know what he was – and had no intention of finding out.

So now he goes out during the day – with Honeybunch to show him how to graze, drink from a bucket, etc etc. He’s leading well with his “foal-hugger” – an amazing contraption which makes leading foals so easy. He’s had his headcollar on, feet regularly picked up and is generally learning what life here with us and the other horses is all about. It is early days, but we survived the first few weeks and running the Ride – the future is looking brighter now.

Thank you to all our good friends for their advice and practical help. To my family for rallying round to take over foal sitting while we ran the ride. To Joanna Vardon at the National Foaling Bank for setting us on the right road and sanity. And most of all to my wonderful husband for all his support and for getting up to cover the 4am feed!

Post-script – Indie is now 12 weeks old!

He is twice the size of Honeybunch and has now been entrusted to the care of 24 year old Silver Misrahl. We are now on 3 to 4 hourly feeds during the day and he will last from 11pm to 6.30 am, with a bowl of stud mix if he fancies a snack during the night. He leads from a headcollar, has had his feet trimmed and is used to wearing rugs. We have actively tried to discourage any antisocial behaviour as people are keen to tell us all the problems you can have with hand-reared foals – however, our experience of such foals who belong to friends of ours show that they are no naughtier than any other youngster. We feel that we are emerging from some sort of nocturnal experience, which has deeply affected our lives. He is a very special little horse – getting bigger by the day. We are looking forward to seeing the end of the “foal milk” regime – what will we do with all that spare time?

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Hay Replacers

HAY

REPLACERS

by Dr Tom Shurlock of British Horse Feeds

Hay is an integral part of forage and a mainstay of a horse’s diet.

Even if your horse is out all seasons and all weather, there will always be the need to have some form of preserved forage and for some horses it will be the main type of forage available.

Forage means different things depending on the context.

For herbivores it is a description of their grazing and this can cover a bewildering array of materials across species and environments.

Closer to home, in livestock production, it describes managed pastures or crops that are grown specifically for those stock – such as fodder maize or whole crop silages – and for the horse it’s grass. And its preserved form is hay –which is dried grass – or haylage – which is partially ensiled grass. Either way preserved grass plays an important role in a horse’s diet. At least in the UK. In countries such as Australia - oat hay/chaff, and South Africa – oat hay/Lucerne may be fed in preference to the native grasses.

We now have a situation where grass is cut twice – maybe three times – a year to provide high quality nutritional supplementation throughout the year, which is in direct contrast to everything the horse had evolved to deal with.

The wild horse was a small stocky creature grazing on the plains and steppes of Eurasia and could just about glean sufficient nutrition to survive. Of course in winter many didn’t and those that did would be in poor condition. Because of this the horse developed hormonal control of its metabolism to optimise its nutrition in bad conditions. It’s thought that this seasonal response to peaks and troughs of carbohydrate intake forms the basis Soaked beet and dry beet of carbohydrate metabolic dysfunction, such as EMS,

Cushings and laminitis – and this goes some way to explaining why some breeds are more prone.

We have bred whole classes of animals from miniatures to shires with different requirements for different lifestyles, from low energy maintenance of the pony in a pasture to the intense expenditure of the racehorse or the sustained expenditure of endurance riding, and all these must be processed by the gut – which has not changed at all! The gut is still designed to process poor quality forage.

Another complication is that while we were improving the shape and musculature of our horses we were also breeding better grasses.

But not for horses. These grasses may give us the perfect lawn or help maintain high yielding dairy cows but they are not necessarily ideal for some breeds or levels of activity.

Additionally nutrients vary between grass types and preserving method, it varies between sources and it varies across the seasons.

At the same time the requirements of the horse may also vary with season, age and level of activity. And so we are required to manipulate feedstuffs to bring nutrition in line with requirement.

When we get it wrong our horses get fat or lose condition – or worse and we end up with dietary diseases that may have been avoidable.

Over the past thirty years thinking on horse nutrition has markedly changed. When milk quotas were introduced in the EU (then the Common Market) in the eighties dairy compounders switched to producing horse feeds. As they were using the same raw materials there was a spate of starchy feeds that may not have been the best for some horses. We have since learned that, although horses can cope with a certain level of starch and sugar in their feeds, they can equally mange without them.

With the possible exception of racehorses and, arguably, show jumpers, the horse can metabolise sufficient glucose from slow release energy to power the fast twitch muscles. Certainly research has shown that beet pulp (along with a vitamin and mineral supplement) is the only additional feed source necessary for endurance horses.

Because of our increased understanding we possibly now have a greater awareness and respect for the nutritional capability of forage, in whatever form, and therefore the role played by forage or hay replacers The term hay replacer is, almost by definition, a misnomer. As forage describes such a variable product then it would be difficult to replace it with another. Hay replacers are, in fact, forage alternatives and as such have a number of roles.

We are increasingly becoming aware of the need to supply fibre as the main source of energy as it carries benefits, both physical and physiological, that are not automatically provided by other sources, and the best source of fibre in the UK is still grass or hay/haylage.

It also is the cheapest and so makes sense to optimise its use. Mediating this fibre uptake is becoming the role of the hay replacers/alternatives. And this is done in one of three ways:

Forage Dilution

Basically for horses who are at the maintenance end of the scale. They may be resting, prone to fat or who have underlying issues that require a low energy diet. Here the replacers are usually built around chaff or straw. We are supplying high levels of cellulose that is broken down only slowly in the hindgut and helps offset the faster fermentation of grass or hay that has

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Possibly this is true hay replacement, although which type and state of forage that is being replaced is difficult to say.

Here we are supplying a fibre product that is similar in profile to a reasonable quality hay or grass and is used to even out the variations that are present in the forage, whether it is changes in fibre content and profile, protein or sugars.

Tom started working for British Horse Feeds in 1997 when he was involved in setting up the patent for Speedi-Beet. Tom previously worked as a Research/Commercial Nutritionist for various companies before setting up a consultancy in 1996 to offer technical assistance to feed industry. Tom holds a B.Sc Hons (IIi) in Agricultural Biochemistry & Nutrition and also a Ph.D in Animal Physiology & Nutrition. Researching new developments in horse nutrition is Tom’s passion as it is a relatively new science and there is much to be achieved in improving nutrition by assessing and extrapolating scientific data. In his spare time Tom is currently restoring a 17th Century farmhouse and also likes walking, reading and has a keen interest in Conservation. Tom lives in the Yorkshire Dales with his wife, two dogs, a cat and various reptiles. If he was to give his job up it would be to go and save tigers, rhinos and orang-utans!

Here the basic forage is suitably matched to the horse and its lifestyle, all we are doing is ensuring consistency of product and, in extreme cases where our forage runs out, providing a short term alternative to t hat forage. In many cases these are built around wheatfeed, which is the outer coat of the wheat kernel removed during flour production.

It does have some starch in it, but this is offset by relatively poorly fermentable fibre. Blended with better quality fibres, such as the super fibres (see below), we can achieve a mid-range product.

Forage Enhancement

Forage alone is not sufficient to provide all the nutrients required for the more active horse. People may prefer not to rely too much on traditional hard feeds for a variety of reasons and so choose forage enhancement. These products are based upon super fibres, which really mean sources high in soluble fibres, pectins and hemicelluloses, and low in cellulose and lignified material. Generally speaking these are usually beet pulp, soya hulls and oat fibres, though alfalfa can be another source. By providing highly fermentable fibre sources the daily energy intake of an active horse can be significantly increased without resorting to starchy feeds. As mentioned before most types of activity can be carried out under this regime, including endurance riding.

Although there are three distinct areas where forage is “replaced” they all have a common factor. They provide extra fibre without extra starch/ sugars and without high levels of protein. Bearing in mind that grass, depending on the time of year, can have on a dry basis up to 25% protein and 30% sugars, diluting these levels with good quality fibre can offset potential nutritional problems of oversupply.

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greater levels of the more fermentable hemicellulose and soluble fibres. Unsurprisingly it is the rate of fermentation that dictates the energy of a product. Slow release energy is slower for some feeds than others. There is only a limited amount of time for the bacteria to breakdown fibre, and the more insoluble and “resistant” the fibre the less the fermentation.

Additionally they are traditionally low in protein and sugars, both of which can reach surprisingly high levels in grass.

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If your veteran is starting to struggle to chew and digest the coarse fibres of hay it is important to supply another source of nutrients, especially during the winter months when grass is limited. Symptoms of teeth problems include laboured chewing, quidding where horses will often drop half chewed food and loss of appetite. If you have noticed that your veteran has any of these symptoms it is important to first get your Equine Dental Technician to examine the horse and to introduce hay replacers into the diet.

The choice and availability of hay replacers has grown significantly over the last few years with advancing technology. There are many options available on the market to help increase the fibre content of the horses diet including short chopped chaffs, sugar beet, grass nuts, alfalfa pellets and specially formulated soaking feeds.

By using a specifically formulated hay replacer you can ensure that your veteran is receiving a set level of nutrients, with the high quality not altering with the seasons.

It should provide your horse with the high fibre levels similar to that in hay, but should be easy for the veteran horse to chew and swallow. Feeds designed to be fed soaked as a soft textured mash are very palatable for the veteran with poor dentition and are also an excellent way to help maintain ample water intake.

Ideally a hay replacer should be divided into several small meals fed throughout the day. These meals can be split between 2 - 3 large buckets and left with the horse to graze with either in the field or stable. If your horse shares a field with a companion it is recommended that the field is sectioned off so only the horse that requires the hay replacers has access to it.

It is not just veterans that require hay replacers, they can also be beneficial to horses recovering from an injury that require a feed that is easy to chew and swallow, horses requiring a diet that is sympathetic on the digestive system, fussy feeders and they can also be used to help increase the fibre content of the diet when other fibre sources are not available.

For more information on the different types of hay replacers available please contact Rowen Barbary Horse Feeds on 01948 880598 or visit www.rowenbarbary.co.uk

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Scottish Endurance Riding Club

Memories, Competing and Horsemanship

By Candy Cameron It was 30 years ago that the first Scottish Championships was held at Loch Ness Riding in Dores, and the biggest distance offered was 50 miles in one day. The following year it became a 2 day 75 mile class, and then moved on to its present format of 100 miles over 2 days. Every 4 years it has also been the venue for the Home International. This year was one of those.

For the past three years the ride has been based in the Kelso area. The Border region also hosted a major ride of 70 miles in the Cheviot Hills in the BHS LDRG days, run

by Sue Rogers, which I won with White Trooper, my 2 time World Championship horse.

So as you can see, this area holds strong memories for me and when I heard that the route was going to start in Yetholm I was very excited about it. When the map came through I was rather disappointed, as it did not take me to the big Cheviot hills that I have ridden in the past, but when it came to actually riding the route I found that it was a very fair and challenging enough route, with some excellent views. So very many thanks to Colin Sykes for developing the route and dealing with so many different landowners on our behalf.

When I was collecting my number from the tent, I came across Angela Fotheringham and had a shot of spinning wool! Not what I had expected at the venue. I spent my journey home filling a spindle with hand spun wool – I now have a new hobby.

Surprising what things the Champs can be responsible for!

The weather during the ride could not have been better for riding. A stiff breeze, but it stayed dry for all my 164 km. The vet gate required no more than a damp sponge and at the final vetgate no water at all. Rumi presented very quickly at all the gates. We had absolutely no problems in the vetting procedures. I had two great crew, David Tidmarsh, who has years of experience, and Sasha Pocock, who had never crewed before so was thrown in at the deep end, but would have won a gold medal for swimming on those two days.

Rumi and I took the ride at a steady pace.

Sometimes enjoying the company of other riders, notably Robyn from Ireland and Joe also from Highland, but mostly riding on our own. I have always maintained that you will never override your horse if you ride alone, as you are better able to listen to your horse and judge his level of effort. We were a little ahead at the end of the first day, and extended the lead by quite a distance during the second phase on the second day. We were then able to ease off on the last section, to come in comfortably about ½ hr ahead of the next placed horse, who was riding for the English team, and doing her first 2 day 160 km at the age of 16. Well done, Katie!

Rumi has done many big rides over the years, including Montcuq and Barcelona (both 200 km) , Le Vigan 160, Mont le Soie 120, Seacliffe 120, Euston Park 120, Windsor 120 this year, so he knows how to pace himself – I am really just the passenger, as he knows his job so well, though occasionally I need to curb his enthusiasm!

Considering his 17 years, he is in very good form, and to most people does not look any older that 10. He is kept in work all the year round but just plays during the off season – latest challenge was tent pegging! He loves doing western (reining, pole bending and barrel racing) and small jumps, as well as a bit of dressage. Rumi’s other job is to go round checking on all the youngsters out at grass with me. I think that keeping a horse mentally happy is about giving them a varied existence ,and to my mind he is proof of that. I also feel that keeping an older horse ticking over is good for his physical being. I tend to give younger horses a complete rest for 6 to 8 weeks, but not the older ones.

Rumi is now on his well-deserved 33 days mandatory rest period from competition, as he is an FEI horse. Do people think that it would be a good idea to bring SERC in line and also insist on a rest period for our brave horses?

Candy and Rumi winning at Kelso.

Photo courtesy of David Tidmarsh

Charterhall A Preview from Peter Close

The “New Charterhall” route was introduced in 2011. Unfortunately ground conditions in 2012 and 2013 precluded running it, and we switched to Fishwick, with the long 60km loop to the beach at Goswick.

passes via Kettleshiel, between the Dirrington hills to Rawburn [Nr. Longformacus] where the remote vet-gate will be stationed; thence around Watchwater Reservoir and back down to Greenlawdean via Wedderlie, Evelaw, and Halliburton.

This year at Charterhall - venue the old aerodrome - we plan to cut out even the small amount of tarmac down to Sisterpath, so all classes will be essentially grass and hard tracks, with the 50km/60km including a lot of open moor and grass fields.

Both the 30km and the Pleasure route will pass around the amazing Greenlawdean - with a wet-weather by-pass if necessary! - and include Marchmont grounds and the old railway line. The 50km loop

There are no steep climbs, bar one grassy hill going from vet gate at Rawburn. In the main the route could be described as undulating, with the pleasure and 30km less so. We hope this entices lots of entrants, particularly for the bigger distances. The scenery is absolutely spectacular both out on the moor and along the dene!

All in all an amazing mustn’t miss ride!

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WEG Statistics

A statistical approach to the WEG results…

From Anna Williams

The 2014 World Equestrian Games certainly threw a spanner in the works where the circle of ever increasing speeds is concerned. A course designed by the well-known Frenchman Jean-Louis LeClerc posed many questions over varying terrain and changes of direction. The technical nature of the track combined with the most horrendous weather the region had experienced for over 60 years resulted in a low completion rate but when we take a closer look… was this such a bad thing?

The most obvious thing when you take a look at the 2014 results are the considerably lower speeds. Take for example the Team Results. Cast your mind back to Aachen in 2006 where many people proclaimed it to be the toughest WEG on record due to the wet weather and difficult track… I think we can rest assured that this title has now been surpassed by the 2014 edition. Gold Medal winning Spain’s total ride time was 28:56:02. Compare this to the French team’s total time in Aachen some 8 years ago and Spain would have been forced back in to Silver medal position by 45 minutes - not much on the face of it, but if you take in to consideration the overall increases in speed over the past 8 years this figure becomes more significant. And if Spain had finished with the same ride time in Kentucky 4 years ago then they would have slotted in to 6th position, just ahead of Team GBR. All things considered, the Team competition was a little bit of a wash-out. Only 3 teams successfully completed with 3 finishers and from those only the home nation of France

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managed to get 4 completions.

A further seven nations brought home 2 finishers each with 3 teams (France, Great Britain and Spain) losing one horse respectively at the final vetting.

23 nations unfortunately had no successful finishers with the remaining 14 nations having 1 finisher each.

Individual results are particularly interesting. Taking the form of the Top 10 we can see that, with the exception of the 2 Dutch horses, all horses had completed a 160km competition at higher speed than that achieved in Sartilly - some by a considerable margin. Most have completed a European 3* event at least 2kph faster with the winning horse, Yamamah (Chip Chase Sadaqa x Franklin Rajul - bred

by Kurrajong Stud in Australia), having completed her fastest 3*event at 22.8kph and her fastest ever at 25.14kph - a staggering difference of 5.46kph. Compare this to Beth Langley’s performance with her 14.2hh HS Ametista and we see a difference of just 1.55kph. There is no question that on paper the day of exceptional performances belonged to the Dutch. 9th placed Run du Colombier ridden by Joyce Van Den Berg (NED) improved her fastest run by just under 1kph. However, the incredible performance by the 10 year old mare Laiza de Jalima ridden by Marijke Visser (NED) has to take precedence.

This horse completed the WEG course at 19.258kph, nearly 3kph faster than she has ever done before, was the 2nd fastest presenting horse of the day and to top it off cantered away with the sought after Best Conditioned Award.

The fastest presenting horse of the day was SM La Turca, a 10 year old mare ridden

by Brazilian Rafael Salvador.

Excluding the final vetting, this horse took just 8 minutes and 21 seconds combined at all vet gates - certainly no mean feat under such conditions! The pair completed the ride at 15.765kph and the competition was the mare’s 10th consecutive, successful finish in FEI competition.

Perhaps the most interesting statistic of all comes when we divide the world up in to regions. With a total of 166 starters and 47 nations represented, world coverage was vast. Europe, with 74 starters, had the highest representation followed by South America (25), The Middle East (21), Asia (20), North America and Australasia both with 9 starters and finally Africa with 8 starters. There is no question that France with 4 finishers had the highest National Federation completion of the day - what may surprise you though is that Chile were not far behind with 2 finishers from their 3 starters - an incredible performance when we take in to consideration that they had never ridden the track and the journey involved to travel to the event.

It is also noteworthy that when taking into consideration the performances of all representatives from each region South America come out on top with a 32% completion rate, 10% more than the overall completion rate of the event. Europe had a 25.7% completion rate again higher than the ride average. Australasia were

next with 22.2% followed by the emerging region of Asia with 20%. The Middle East ranked 5th when just over 19% of their competitors finished successfully. Africa had a completion rate of 12.5% fairly low but if we take in to consideration that 2 of the 3 African nations are very new to the sport (Tunisia and Algeria) it allows us to put things in to perspective somewhat. A surprise to most will no doubt be that North America had the fewest completions at just 11.1% - an awful long way to travel for just one horse and rider combination to complete.

So, with a 22.9% completion rate can we call the 2014 World Equestrian Games a success?

It’s a very difficult question to answer. From a rider’s perspective there is no doubt that it was an exceedingly tough course - but is this not what we should expect at the very top of our sport? On the upside, despite the challenging conditions, reports from the event so far highlight that there were no fracture injuries and all horses had left the treatment clinic by the morning after the event. This is definitely a very positive step forward in our sport that has so been blighted these last few years with cases of metabolic failures and catastrophic injuries.

Perhaps the answer is tougher, slower courses and we should perhaps be looking to a much more stringent qualification system ensuring that only the very best experienced horses and riders, countries and regions be admitted to such high profile events.

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Heather Park

RESERVE

NOVICE

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RETIRES A History from Heather Park

In 1998 I asked my farrier to keep his eyes open as I was looking for another horse. I was delighted three weeks later when he phoned me to say he had found just what I was looking for. He had known the horse since it was 2 years old and was sure it would be suitable. He explained it was a pure bred Arab gelding ( 94% Crabbet it turns out) aged 5years. Given that I had asked him to look for a part bred mare aged around 10years I suppose I should be grateful it was a horse!

Needless to say Henry came home with us, and a month later he went up to Barcaple Lodge in South west Scotland to do his first 25 mile long distance competition. Paul, my husband, had asked “what if he doesn’t take to Long Distance?” and I had said it didn’t matter as I wanted a horse to ride and long distance was a bonus as I had already had a great time with my first LDR horse Nicki.

We took it steady for two years, but travelled into Scotland and down to Lincolnshire and Nottinghamshire, stabling away from home and generally getting used to strange places and events.

When 2000 arrived Henry made a great start to the year (unlike my husband who suffered a stroke in the March!). This shocked us all to the core, yet Paul was determined we would continue to compete. This meant that for a while I was driving to, and riding, the competitions, and of course there was no crew for me. I must say long distance folks are great, as Henry and I were watered and encouraged and Paul got lots of offers to accompany crew, so he could still meet me on the route.

Anyway as the year progressed, Paul returned to fitness and Henry had three grade ones in his first three events, we

Learning the sport, at Stenigot in 1999 Photo courtesy of Peter Orr

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thought we would try for the novice championship. We finished with eight grade 1s, a grade 2 and a grade 3. So hopes were high at the end of the season.

We were thrilled to win the Reserve Novice Championship at the AGM at the end of the Millenium year.

Henry went on to compete in Race rides/ pleasure rides and competitive rides up to 64kms. We particularly enjoyed 50kms rides, as we finished feeling that we had a “bit left” at the finish. He won the Best Condition Rug at Hexham in 2008, which became the “after event vetting” rug and is a treasured possession. Last year we finished the season by winning the Acorn trophy from the Durham and Teesside Group, and came second in the Advanced graded trophy. I am always so proud of him when our efforts are recognised in this way, but it would not be possible without the amazing dedication support and patience of Paul, who knew nothing about horses when we met but has crewed and driven me all over the North of England for the past 20 years. I think he has a fleeting affinity with Henry, as no matter what sort of ride we have had, he is the one who does the end of ride vetting and calms and settles the horse.

Last year, Henry gained 7 grade one results, then at the last event we had entered he was vetted out before the start. Shock and horror to say the least. A visit from Neil Frame of Frame, Swift and Partners , Penrith got us thinking about arthritis, which

could be expected given the age and hard work Henry has done for 16years. After an Xray there was absolutely no sign of arthritis so we had to have a serious rethink.

Consultation with a specialist in Newmarket confirmed sesamoiditis. We had a few anxious months during the winter as Henry has never taken very well to being idle, and I was concerned that he would not mentally retire. Would I have to make the decision that we all dread?

opportunity to thank all the riders who have accompanied me and my daughters over the years, all the crews that have offered slosh and drinks, and all the organisers who have made it possible to enjoy the sport.

Good luck and best wishes Heather Park, Paul Shakesby and Henry

Second Xray in February and one in July confirmed that competitive life was finished.

He is not making any density of bone and on the Xray plate the sesamoid bone looks like it is made of “bubble wrap” or as the vet nurse said “rice paper”.

However, field rest will not make any improvements, so we are out and about, still at quite a pace! If you come up to the Lakes for a holiday keep your eyes open for a chestnut Arab and his “mum” trotting round the lanes and lower fells of North Cumbria.

No one has actually explained to Henry that he should take it easy so we are just going to enjoy our time together.

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Ros MacFarlane

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My old horse at the ripe old age of 35 is no longer the unblemished, handsome young horse that he once was.

He has developed overall itchiness, which seems to get worse, and his coat becomes shorter every year. I was anxious that I would have a bald horse in the summer months, but it hasn’t happened yet! However, he easily rubs holes in his hide, or sticks his nose into a hedge and gets a scabby face. But I don’t love him for his looks, but for his nature, bless him.

Riding the moors, near Tebay in Cumbria a terrified child aboard appearing and disappearing over the top of a brick wall! Mercifully, all ended well, and after a couple more trial runs with me on board, satisfying myself about his safety in traffic, and very much attracted by his unsuppressed “spirit”, I brought him home and called him Tombeck, combining his Welsh name with that of our home, Middlebeck.

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I have ridden horses all my life, starting on a tiny pony at the age of 2 in India, progressing to 17-hand Memphis (an exOlympic champion) in Berlin at the age of 7. My unrequited enthusiasm for riding brought pressure to bear on the British Army there, which imported 4 Exmoor ponies. From there to Singapore where at 10 years old I became an active member of the Pony Club. From then until I was 40 I begged rides from various friends who had their own horses and who did not have to roam the world like me, or I exercised race horses and polo ponies.

When I reached the age of 40, having finally settled down for an extended period in Nottinghamshire in a house with paddock and stables, I went looking for my first horse. My initial encounter with Thomas was not auspicious. As a small horse (14.3) his virtues as a child’s pony were extolled, so we put my 10-year-old son James (whose arm happened to be in plaster as a result of a rugby injury) on his back and a girl led him off down the lane. He disappeared round the corner and the next thing we saw was a bucking horse with

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Tom in his salad days, aged about 10 He took some time to settle. I made the mistake of turning him out in a 3-acre field with no halter on. A week later, incarcerated in an ever-decreasing area, enclosed by an electric fence, I finally got a halter back on again. Shortly after this he bucked me off: I rose two feet up into the air and then dropped 6 feet with a sickening thud, breaking a rib in the process. My husband, who knew nothing about horses, took him firmly by the reins and walked him up and down the field. I don’t know what he said to Tom, but he never did it again.

However, I was only allowed 3 days off stable duties!

He proved to have his moods, and when the mood was upon him, or the grass had just come through, he would make a fuss about being caught, circling me in the field for anything up to an hour, or a fuss about injections, or having his teeth done, or being clipped, presumably partly because he may not have had these procedures carried out on him before. His CV was a strange one: he had been a Welsh shepherd’s pony until he was 8, living alone except for the sheep. His shepherd owner, at the age of 80, finally decided he was too old to ride, so Thomas was sold to a riding school, where he was ridden fast and furiously by a variety of girls. The person who sold him to me remarked percipiently that she thought he might be a “one-woman horse”.

Friends have described him as a “character” and certainly he has always had an eye to the main chance, ready to have a game the minute I blink or relax my attention for a moment. Even now, at the ripe old age of 35, he will unexpectedly set off down the road at a spanking trot, as if on a mission, just to keep me on my toes.

Having had the job of looking after sheep, he had only ever walked on roads and cantered up grassy hills. His legs were as clean as a whistle, but he had never heard of a trot. So we practised trotting miles along the Southwell Trail for months, until I decided that he (and I) were ready for our first Pleasure Ride of 12 miles. I was anxious about him tanking off, so a friend lent me a curb chain but forgot to tell me to put it on loosely. Poor Tom. Eventually, no doubt after considerable pain from the blister on his lip, I pulled harder on the reins for some reason. Tom reared up and fell over backwards onto tarmac and my leg. He trotted off while I crawled to the side of the road. We were shortly reunited and finished the rest of the ride together, with the curb chain in my pocket, never to be used again.

At his first vetted CTR the next problem aired itself. Tom reared up when the male vet came to examine him and take his heart rate.

I had a very depressed ride thinking that I should have to limit myself to unvetted PRs. However, with the help of co-operative (and sometimes unsuspecting) male friends, and for a period specific requests to ride organisers that we should be vetted by a female vet, he gradually lost his fear of men. Judging by the way he reacted when I once raised a gloved hand to grab the reins, I presume he had been hit on the neck by a man in the past. But we persevered and gradually learnt to trust one another implicitly. We did an average of seven 25-mile (40 km) CTRs and lots of PRs each year, mainly in Nottinghamshire, but also in four surrounding counties, covering many training miles and over 2,400 national kilometres and 3,350 Nottinghamshire kilometres

Ros, aged about 18 months, in India

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by the time we left Southwell 22 years later. Thank you to all those hard-working volunteers who ran so many wonderful rides. Happy memories indeed of spring bluebells in the Dukeries, autumn in Clumber Park, eating up the miles in Sherwood Forest, Easter eggs and daffodils at Claxby Pluckacre, cantering in Chatsworth Park and galloping on the race tracks at Southwell and Market Rasen. I have ridden with many people over the years – initially some nursed me along, but by degrees I did my own speed calculations and got to know the routes. Tom was quite happy to go forward on his own, but in his later years he was regarded as a careful sort of chap, giving confidence to younger or novice horses or slowing down more flighty ones, or giving them a lead through water or gates. But today, at 35, he is still impatient to be off when I clamber back on board, and irritated at having to stand still at gates.

We have only won a couple of trophies over the years (although sackfuls of rosettes for placings, gradings and completions) – perhaps our proudest moment was to receive the Notts. Greenfield Trophy for the horse that had accumulated the most Notts. Miles in 2008 (now of course kilometres: as Trophy Secretary I had to make the conversion of all the trophy criteria to metric a few years ago).

We took part in only one race – a 25-mile (40-km) relay race with four horses. We nearly parted company in the first few minutes as Tom bucked with excitement at the mass start, but then raced round at a very respectable speed of about 10 mph (16 kph), overtaking 6 horses in the last kilometre by grabbing a slosh bottle at the run without stopping. All very exciting! And one year we were part of the Notts team that won the North Yorks trophy, which resulted in an enormous rosette to keep.

After 21 happy years with me, Tom (then 31) had a major life change inflicted upon him – he had to move from Notts to Cumbria and from solo to community living. Well, I would find that stressful and so did he, although I was very fortunate to locate a livery stables only 20 minutes from home – superbly run and catering for every whim and fancy of woman and beast. It took 6 months for my still lively lad to settle and I grew to dread the next phone call to tell me that he had ripped his rug for the umpteenth time, or broken through an electric fence to be with the mares. This was not with evil intent (although I now strongly suspect that he might be a “rig” judging by his snorts and longevity), but simply to be in the company of his newly acquired mates. I remember that first winter in Cumbria skittering around at terrifying and uncontrolled speeds on very icy roads, as he raced anxiously to return to his friends.

I believe Tom has remained fit mainly because of underlying good health and good luck. But “keeping him going” and trimming our activities to suit his abilities must have helped. I know he continues to enjoy long-distance riding as much as I do because he “purrs” with happiness when we are out. I calculate that by the time he dies (and maybe I’ll depart this life before him at the present rate of progress!) we shall have covered over 10,000 miles (160,000 km) together.

So, make the most of this super sport. Enjoy it! If you enjoy it, your horse will too. Winning in this discipline is far from everything.

The privilege of riding through our glorious British countryside, sometimes on private land, but particularly in new places, is pure pleasure. One can set one’s own personal goals, and these can become less or more testing over the years. This is an equine discipline for all sorts of people of any age and all sorts of horses of any age, providing they are fit. You can just trot gently through beautiful countryside on a Pleasure Ride, or compete for county trophies at middle distance rides, aim for accumulated mileage over the years, or set out to do the really tough distances and become a national trophy winner. And if you are prepared to put in the training time, you might even get to represent your country. Don’t forget that our countryside is conserved by organisations like the British Horse Society, the Campaign to Protect Rural England, the National Trust and Natural England to mention but a few and our rides are made possible by the voluntary efforts of the members of our own society.

Tombeck and I have had such fun over the years – thank you to the many, many people who have made this possible.

Winner of the Notts Group Greenwood Trophy

We joined Cumbria EGB and what a most welcoming bunch they are – although the fastest rides takes place at some distance from my home, on the moorland on the east side of the M6. I was so thrilled that Tom and I were able to ride together in this wonderful countryside.

We have done a few rides each year, ranging from 20 down to 10 miles last November at the age of 35. He seems to defy all the odds, slowing up of course and on glucosamine (as am I!) and we both find ourselves panting when we climb fells. But what joys -- galloping across the boggy moorlands (Tom very much at home amongst the sheep!), fording rivers and revelling in the fabulous views of snow-capped hills. Yes, it does rain a bit more in these parts than some others, and this year has seen some cancelled rides like the rest of the country, but we have had a great time over the 4 years we have been here!

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What a Scorcher!

Heidi Clark and Ally Sole riding in The Lindum Trekker, with Amber Sole on Basford Showman on his way to winning the 120km CER on Lindum Friday

TopSpec Lindum Spirit 2014 was certainly a scorcher with temperatures in the high 20’s for the duration it is commendable to both riders and the veterinary team that not one horse presented with metabolic problems throughout the five days. Riders were clearly mindful of the conditions and rode accordingly.

The first highlight was the Ride and Run class, with 16 entries giving this challenge a go.

There was a family tussle at the top with children Tom and Lottie Dennet stealing first place from Mum and Dad, Rachel and Mike. The Leg Stretch class was won by Carol Counter on Beresford Sidney.

Thursday’s Team Spirit saw only four teams forward but the event was hotly contested regardless. Newcomers to Lindum, Fiona Griffiths and Sam Owen making the trip from Brecon added old hand Gaynor Jones and Squire to their three horses to win in style from Lindum Groups team. Pleasure Pairs was won by Sue Taylor Green and Carla Jackson having their first taste of this class.

Friday saw only Amber Sole with Basford Showman and Colin Sykes on Iglo tackle the 120 CER, and sadly Iglo was retired on course lame early on, leaving Amber to ride the distance on her own. Basford Showman, now 17-years-old still looked full of running at the finish, winning the class at a speed of 13.25kph.

Fiona Griffiths having fun

Six of the seven entrants for the Spirit class started the class, with Julie Payne on Bright Diamond an elimination at Vet Gate 1. Ann Harrison and Deja Vu were a further casualty at the start of day two, and a similar fate met Ellie Moxon and Daante on the morning of day three, leaving just three running to complete the 170kms. Lauren Mills and Oakleaze Farm Czarko came in at 13.7kph, in fine form to take first place, with Alex Tennant and Fleur second over the line at 13.1kph....sadly Fleur trotted up lame at the final vetting handing Ruth Chadwick and Aragorn second place at 11.7kph.

Said Nicola Tyler of TopSpec: “We were very pleased to sponsor such a well known event on the endurance circuit. The Lindum Spirit Endurance Ride has a great following and a lot of support and it was a fantastic event .”

As title sponsors TopSpec supported the Spirit class in which horse and rider competed over a 170km endurance ride across three days, the Team Spirit class where teams of four riders took on a 40km ride each, and the Pilgrim class where riders combined dressage, endurance riding and a handy pony obstacle course.

Team Spirit Winners, Sam Owen, Fiona Griffiths and Gaynor Jones

Fiona Griffiths and Oliver Twist continued their winning streak by winning Saturdays’ Little Lindum 92km CER at a speed of at 13.3kph.

Sunday’s climax with various fun and games saw yet more success for the Welsh contingent, with Fiona Griffith, again with Oliver Twist winning the Pilgrim from Sam Owen on Balishla.

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Ruth Chadwick took the multi day award on Aragorn from Cheryl Wallace on the barefoot winner Jumanji. Emma Harris on Tomorrows Promise showed their prowess in the bending and barrel racing and won both these classes.

The Trekker 108 GER class was won by Julie Martin riding her daughter’s Silva Quartz from Tracy Walthall on Sigmunt.

All the social events were also very well attended, with Luke Burridge’s barrel racing clinic, the dog show, mounted fancy dress, along with the pub quiz night on Friday and The Woodstock themed Ball on Saturday, being particular highlights. All these and other features generated good funds for the chosen charity of LIVES this year. Altogether it is expected that around £2,500 will have been raised.

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Jenny Kidd on Kelloges Shamoh.

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Wendy Chung

Riding the Mongol Derby has been an ambition of mine for the past few years.

I first heard about the Derby when Holly Budge talked about her experience of it at The Daily Telegraph Adventure Show in Earl’s Court. At the time, I had not learnt to ride, but I remember turning excitedly to my friend and saying, ‘That sounds like insane amounts of fun. I am going to do that one day.’

Fast forward to this Easter, and I had learnt to ride via a six month sabbatical in Argentina on a polo estancia, followed by two years of amateur polo in Ascot.

I wanted to take a break from polo and was looking to experience other equestrian sports. Reminded of the Mongol Derby, I thought to test my luck in getting a place at short-ish notice and to my surprise, was accepted. My second stroke of luck was in finding FEI endurance rider, Rachael Claridge to be my Mongol Derby coach. Rachael was recommended to

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me by a riding instructor. Before I met Rachael, I did not know of endurance riding nor the phenomenal partnership between horse and rider needed to compete in the distances, across the terrains, at the national and international levels that Rachael had achieved.

Rachael did not seem at all fazed by my request that we try to prepare me for the 1000km horse race with, at most, 20 training days. My London city job meant that I would only be riding on weekends (Rachael is predominantly based in Badminton and Cornwall) so I supplemented this with at least an hour’s cardiovascular workout every weekday.

As a UKCC level 3 accredited coach, Rachael advised me on nutrition and the psychology of long distance riding.

Rachael put together a training programme, which included various geographies and terrains (beach, moorland, woods, river crossings) in

official Endurance GB rides as well as privately scripted rides. Hours in the saddle was key, but given the time constraints, we also felt it important to spend time improving my seat in flat and jump work. The other critical factor was to train on a variety of different horses since, in Mongolia, if I successfully completed, I would be riding on 30 different horses in quick succession.

Rachael’s training programme included riding her stunning endurance competition horses Maarhabi, Prince Meliodas and stallion Silver Zenif. We also spent several weekends training at Jo and Peter Claridge’s Phoenix Field Arabian Stud Farm in Cornwall where we rode out on the beautiful, honest, bomb proof horse that is Zar (Azaraell) as well as training on Ali Shahrif testing my balance on an unbacked youngster.

Rachael was also generous and thoughtful in extending her equestrian network to me

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- her other clients allowed me to have a sit on their horses and I would also like to say thanks to Selaine from Less Bounce for her donation of supremely supportive Berlei sports underwear!

Four weeks before the Derby, whilst on a pleasure ride in Kent, I fell off a horse and suffered a spiral fracture on my index finger metatarsal. My race ambitions were put on hold whilst I tussled as to whether or not to withdraw from the race. Rachael was fantastic - not putting any pressure on me to continue nor withdraw but allowing me the headspace to work out my own decision. Ultimately I decided to go ahead with the Derby.

After taking medical advice on best precautions to protect my hand whilst riding, we rejigged the training programme to help me regain my confidence whilst continuing to maintain the riding stamina we had built.

I travelled to Mongolia knowing that within the time limitations that we had been under, Rachael’s training programme had put me in the best position I could be in to complete the Derby.

On starting the race, I realised that having trained in Cornwall had been absolutely

ideal. The geography in Mongolia, at least the parts that we rode through, was quite similar to the geography of moorland.

In the valleys there are large sections of grassland with low scrubby vegetation which was generally soft on the horses’ feet. Notwithstanding the marmot holes, riders would make up time in these sections by galloping through. There were a couple of sections of steep craggy uphill climbs - Rachael and I had spent some time on hill work so I felt confident in navigating my horse through these sections, even though the horse seemed less sure! Rolling hills meant that we could canter up but trot and jog downhill. During these sections, I let the horse dictate the speed it was comfortable trotting/jogging/ walking down. On occasion I would ride a maniacal horse who insisted on galloping down at full pelt.

Rachael had incorporated some water crossings in our rides and this proved invaluable. Despite the hot weather resulting in many of the lakes and rivers shrinking/drying up completely, there were still several water crossings to be made.

Apart from one incident where we got a bit stuck in a bog (!) we successfully crossed various rivers and streams without too much drama.

Rachael’s last pep talk to me was to remind me that in a tricky situation, the best thing I could do was to sit deep, breathe, talk to the horse and if the horse continued to bully me, pull dead tight on one rein. I estimate of 30 horses, I ended up riding concentric circles with five of them before we compromised on a riding partnership.

I completed the race in ten days. I came 23rd out of 48 riders, which to my mind, is a solidly average placing. However, I am extremely pleased with this solidly average result. Not having truly considered myself a ‘rider’ beforehand, I do consider myself one now. My best advice for anyone considering riding the Mongol Derby is to research the physical, logistical and emotional demands which will be made of you during those ten long days.

Nothing will completely prepare you for the experience, which will, at various times, be amazing and terrible in equal measure, but with the right preparation and training, it has a very high likelihood of being the ride of your life.

In the next issue, read about the training schedule that Rachael Claridge worked on with Wendy prior to the Mongol Derby

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Management

International Report I would like to take this opportunity on behalf of IC to thank all involved, at whatever level, in the support of our horses for WEG and Verona. The commitment of our riders, their crews, the SMT personnel and the IC never ceases to amaze me. Time and money given voluntarily on all levels. Unfortunately as a non-Olympic discipline the lack of any funding means riders have to fund all training, assessment and competition expenses.

The IC, on behalf of the riders, would like to take this opportunity to thank the BEF, UK Sport lottery funding and official sponsors for supporting our WEG team, riders, crews and SMT personnel with transport, clothing and kit, accommodation and logistical costs. They also offered support with media, promotion and accreditation.

The Development squad have had a change of plan and have decided to go to the FEI ride at Madine, France in early October.

Mary Stubbs, the Chef, is now collating all the information needed.

Unfortunately the decision not to attend Montpazier was taken when the schedule showed the 3* as only being 157kms, which meant it would not count as a Championship qualifier. Several Development squad riders have shown an interest in joining the Chef and her management team to attend the Madine ride. We wish them luck.

The IC are now looking at the strategic planning to move forward to 2018 by looking at a four year plan as the route to Montreal.

This will follow the “moving forward” put to the AGM in 2013 as our guidance and hopefully will be a radical change to our workings, as promised. Some things have already been put in place, but there is still so much more to do. Our aims for 2014 have not been fulfilled in as much as we wanted to achieve a team finish at WEG,

although only one horse finished we had five horse return to the venue sound and well – not an easy achievement in the conditions that the event found itself in. We only had two YR’s able to attend the Europeans in Verona but they did a great job.

Many SMT roles have come to their end and all posts shall be advertised shortly. IC would like to thank all members for their contribution and support to the squads. All are able to re-apply for their posts if they wish. The Senior Team Chef Andrea has completed her term upon completion of WEG. Senior Team Farrier Kelvin Lymer has completed his appointed four year term. The Chair of Selectors, Di Latham, has also stepped down from her role. Selector Pam James has also completed her term as a Selector and will also stand down. Brian Floyd-Davis has also decided that he is unable to continue as logistics manager for the Senior and Development squad, be a member of IC, Chair of Health and Safety and be an active member of the EGB Board.

The IC, in conjunction with all the review and debrief documentation collated from riders and SMT’s throughout the year, will now be conducting the annual review of the WCPP and the Selection Policy ready for implementation in 2015.

The IC are also in the process of updating all the International pages on the new website.

One thing that we do need to task the membership about though, again, is fundraising – anyone out there willing to take on the role?

Sue Broughton: Chair of International

Finance Update: August 2014 Groups Meeting Just a brief update on Endurance GB finances to the end of July, following my mammoth report in the July/August edition of the Magazine. There isn’t a great deal to add, apart from the good news that we are still on track to deliver a small surplus for the year as planned, which is a great improvement on last year. Although our income is currently down on budget by about 14%, this is balanced by a similar reduction in our spending.

As Rides’ and Groups’ activities represent 57% and 18% respectively of our total income and spend, the performance of these areas is critical to our final out-turn for the year. The most up to date situation on Rides’ income and spend is yet to be known as submission of accounts clearly lags behind the actual events, especially for the larger Rides. However, the majority of Rides that have finalised their accounts are showing a surplus despite rising costs, indicating that Ride Organisers are doing a great job balancing their books.

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Unfortunately the second quarter financial returns from Groups have also been slow to come in, so the latest picture here is not as clear as it should be. It is hoped this will improve by the autumn. Encouragingly, the third area of our activities, Core ie central administration and overheads, is operating at a small surplus slightly ahead of planned.

By the time you read this update several more months’ information will be available, including the majority of the season’s Rides’ and hopefully Groups’ accounts, so I will be able to share the latest position with Members at the Groups’ meeting in October and of course at the AGM in November. This information will also be invaluable in formulating our proposals on next year’s Membership and Ride Entry fees for approval by Members at the AGM, and for setting the budget for 2015 to ensure we continue to operate in the black.

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This will be held on Saturday 25th October at Abbey Park, Stareton, Kenilworth, Warwickshire CV8 2RP Starting at 10am, all Group representa tives are invited and are welcome to forward items for the agenda to joclaridge@endurancegb.co.uk This is your opportunity to discuss Group issues and to compare notes!

A light lunch will be provided – please inform Jo if you will be attending, by Monday 20th October, for catering purposes.

The Agenda will be circulated and displayed on the website nearer the time.

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AGM Update FOURTEENTH ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING OF ENDURANCE GB NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT THE FOURTEENTH ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING OF THE COMPANY IS TO BE HELD AT: DAVENTRY COURT HOTEL, SEDGEMOOR WAY, DAVENTRY NN11 0SG, ON SATURDAY 22ND NOVEMBER 2014 AT 12:15 PM.

BY ORDER OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF ENDURANCE GB Ann Dark, Company Secretary, Endurance GB, October 2014 Registered office: Abbey Park, Stareton, Kenilworth, Warwickshire, CV8 2RP Voting at the AGM: To vote at the AGM you will need your membership card in order to obtain a voting card which must be shown each time a vote is called. Your attention is drawn to your right to appoint a proxy to vote at the AGM on your behalf. Please see paragraphs 7.3 to 7.4 of the Articles of Association (which may be found in the Members’ Handbook) for details of the procedure to be followed when appointing a proxy.

The instrument appointing a proxy must be received at the Endurance GB office at the Abbey Park, Stareton, Kenilworth, Warwickshire CV8 2RP, no later than 48 hours before the start of the AGM. • • • • • • •

Please refer any questions to Ann Dark, Company Secretary Tel: 01380 818223.

Voting for both nominations for the Board and proposals may be carried out online or by post.

On the 17th October all eligible members with valid email addresses will receive notice of the AGM and details of how to vote.

On the 24th October an invitation to vote on the nominations and the proposals will be sent.

On the 10th November a reminder will be sent unless a vote has been received.

On the 17th November a final reminder will be sent unless a vote has been received.

On the 18th November at 12.00 noon voting will close.

For those with no valid email address, the information will be forwarded by post at the end of October. All postal votes must be received before close of voting at noon on 18th November.

Those attending the AGM may vote for the proposals online, by post or in person.

Those unable to attend the AGM may vote for the proposals online, by post or by proxy.

However votes for those standing for the Board may only be made online or by post.

Please ensure that the email address on your membership record is correct and please check your spam/junk box if no email arrives!

If you have any queries regarding this please contact Ann Dark, Company Secretary.

DISCIPLINARY ACTION DUE TO MISCONDUCT

BY JANE GIRLING

At the end of the 2013 season, Jane Girling was referred to the Endurance GB Disciplinary Committee for failing to provide the correct name of the child rider that she accompanied on three GERs during 2013. Furthermore, although the originally-entered child rider was a full Junior Member of Endurance GB, the substituted rider was only an Associate Member, for whom Temporary Day Membership should have been purchased for each class.

When considering the case, the Disciplinary Committee took into account that both of the child riders are Jane’s grandchildren and would not be able to compete in 2014 if Jane was unable to escort them. The Disciplinary Committee imposed the following sanctions: For the 12-month period from 18 June 2014 to 17 June 2015, Jane Girling can only participate in Endurance GB Rides (at local and national levels) in an Hors Concours capacity and only if she is escorting one or both of her granddaughters. This means that points and distances will not be awarded in respect of successful completions for her or her mount. However, she must present the horse’s mastercard to the Ride Secretary at the start of the Ride and the horse must undergo the required veterinary inspections at the start and end of each Ride. If her horse is competed by another rider at any Ride during this time, its results will be recognised by Endurance GB. A fine of £240 payable to Endurance GB because of her failure to take out the required Temporary Day Membership on three occasions.

She was also issued with a Written Warning (to be held by Endurance GB until 17 June 2017) reminding her that Endurance GB expects the highest standards of conduct from its members, who are responsible and accountable for their conduct in connection with the sport of endurance riding and must at all times comply with Endurance GB rules. Any further breaches of Endurance GB rules will lead to further discipline, up to and including expulsion from membership of Endurance GB. Diana Sanderson Chair, Endurance GB Disciplinary Committee

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Group News

Autumn news from the South West Group by Jane Holden Time seems to have flown by this summer and as you read this we are already looking towards the last two competitive rides in Devon and Cornwall. After that it will be almost time for Red Dragon again.

In the meantime…

A big thank you to Jo and Peter Claridge for stepping in and running the Inter Regional Championship at Barbury Castle.

Thanks to Chef Abbie Chisholm’s hard work, the team members, plus helpers, had a great weekend and were very pleased to have come second.

Congratulations to the winners, the South East team. We had equal points with the Offa’sDyke/Mid & North Wales team but Lesley Nott and Firebird swung it for us in the 101k CER on Saturday, finishing ahead of their team member.

Both Sue Speed on Silver Tariba in the 2-day 80k GER and our novice rider, 15-year-old Emilia Douglas on Tiger Lily 1

in the 31k Novice, finished in first place in their classes – well done both.

The vetgate crew, Veryan Barnaby, Joy Savage and Vicky Ham spent all day at the venue on Saturday, not only providing extra help to the team members and their crews as they came in to vet but lending a hand to all the other South West members who were competing.

Congratulations to all the South West riders and horses who did so well in the CERs, particularly Roz Plail on Jasper P, a 20-year-old Anglo Arab, who won the 101k Barbury Castle Challenge and Carina Kane and Evermore Artistic, who came second.

Both combinations are in their first year of CERs. As is Nicky Martin on Rocheros Quasbah, who came second in a racing finish in the 101k for Young Horses. It all looks very promising for the future.

We don’t know where the Inter Regional

Competition will be next year but we will take part if at all possible. There were more teams this year, possibly because we only had to find eight combinations to take part – which was a lot easier than the fourteen horses and riders in previous years.

Next month is November and our Annual Meeting and Dinner is not far off. This year there will be one or two vacancies to fill on the committee as long serving members are stepping down. All members are urged to ‘step up to the plate’ (or should it be horseshoe?) and come on the committee.

It’s a chance to give something back to the sport we all love. Most meetings are held in members’ house both in Devon and Cornwall, with food provided. Meetings are always enjoyable and give everyone a chance to exchange news and views on anything to do with endurance, plus doing the work behind the scenes.

At the beginning of December we will be having our usual stand at the two-day Equine Fair in Exeter, which gives us an excellent chance to promote endurance and the work of EGB. See you there.

South East Report by Lindsay Sparrow Two thirds of the way through the season and the South East Team won the Inter-Regionals at Barbury Castle Ridgeway Ride! Thanks must go to Jill Kent and Linda Kidd for organising a wonderful ride, and Jo and Peter Claridge for masterminding the Inter-Regional Competition. And even the weather didn’t ruin it on the Sunday, despite everyone watching the forecast closely in the run up to the weekend! Well done to the following South East Team members.

80km CER Katie Bedwin -Burfield Red Dragon (3rd) 80km (2-day) GER Caroline Long-Apollos Tara 65km GER Kate Curry-Doyenne 65km GER Trilby Herriott-Red House Shamil 40km GER Novice Joanna Neyland-Indian Najmah 31km GER Christine Smyth- Al Raad Bin Jesra 31km GER Novice Anne Gartside-Izzy A fabulous result and a huge thank you to Rosemary Attfield (Team Manager) and Mandy Yarnold (Assistant Team Manager) who coordinated the team throughout both days.

The South East Region have enjoyed some lovely national rides and training rides throughout the summer. Plumpton Training ride, from the wonderful venue of Plumpton Racecourse in East Sussex offered 2 distances and was enjoyed by a wide variety of horses, including many non-members getting their first taste of endurance on the South Downs. And back at the venue, riders, organisers and helpers alike were tasting homemade cakes and biscuits! The ride was organised by Jane Cook, who is also organising the Firle Pleasure Ride (mostly over the Sunday course of the old Firle EGB ride), and the Devils Dyke EGB Ride-our last of the season-at the 34

end of September. We are not quite sure how she does it and for multiple rides in the season (4 this year!), but always fabulously organised rides!

Hornshill EGB Ride, organised by Rosemary Attfield, saw a large number of competitors enjoying leafy bridleways, picturesque tow paths and grassy meadows, with a few quiet lanes in West Sussex.

Again a beautiful day, and lots of smiling faces!

Ashdown Forest EGB Ride was also bathed in sunshine, although perhaps baked would be a better word! Hot and humid temperatures resulted in a number of eliminations, as riders (especially pleasure riders) struggled to cool their horses.

A demanding ride at the best of times, the weather made it a real test of endurance and riding, and knowing your horse. Those that completed should have a real sense of achievement and those that unfortunately didn’t will appreciate the toughness of the ride and be back next year for the challenge to succeed! Vets gave out loads of advice regarding cooling and a number of riders went away with a better understanding of the intricacies of endurance riding. This ride was organised by Peter and Leo Davenport, who put on a great ride and provided water (copious quantities!) at each checkpoint for all riders.

Finally , we have 3 pleasure rides and 1 national EGB ride to l ook forward to before the end of the season-check out our facebook page for details!

Wishing everyone a happy and successful last few rides of the season.

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No Stopping Jackie!

Jackie’s first post op EGB ride was a training ride in Durham where she completed the 19km loop at Stanhope PR at the end of June. July saw Jackie completing another PR, this time 26km at SERC Newcastleton, where she was part of the N & T Hadrian Challenge Team. By the middle of July there was no stopping her; her first competitive ride was in the heat at The Cumbrian Challenge where she gained a G2 in the 30km GER. After helping at the Northern Championships ride on the Saturday she then mounted up on the Sunday and completed another 30km GER. Jackie’s last competitive ride before her first hip replacement last September was the 30km GER at the Cumbrian Challenge and this was her first competitive ride post op (x 2) ...an enormous achievement. She is definitely one strong determined lady.

Photography courtesy of Gill Brown

Well done Jackie, good to have you back where you belong... in the saddle doing endurance competitively.

Photography courtesy of West End Photography

On 11 September 2013 Northumberland & Tyneside Group secretary, Jackie Axcell had a hip replacement. Around Christmas time 2013 she was back on a horse and starting to do short hacks in the fields and ride in the school, including a little bit of canter work. On 8th January 2014 Jackie had her other hip replaced but was back on horseback by Easter time. In May she went out riding with her husband, Paul, checking the Alwinton PR/TR route.

30k at Cumbria Challenge 2014

30k at Cumbria Challenge 2013.

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Common Lameness Issues in Endurance Horses

Bone, Joint and Tendon Injuries

by John Kohnke BVSc RDA

Rehabilitation of Tendon Injuries If an endurance horse develops swelling and reluctance to bear weight, with heat and pain on finger pressure (palpation) over the swollen area in a flexor tendon or suspensory ligament on either the front or rear legs, it should be considered a long term rehabilitation and even salvage case right from the start. The structure and load bearing capacity of the flexible elastic tissue of the flexor tendons and suspensory ligaments is influenced by the loading during exercise and progressive aging processes within the tendons. At the canter and gallop, tendons on the front limbs operate near to their functional limit of loading. Tendons, unlike joints, can become fatigued by long term repetitive weigh loading during exercise, heat retention after exercise and begin to deteriorate within the matrix and fibril structure, especially as a horse ages, resulting in a higher long term risk of strain injury and breakdown with forced retirement.

Any rehabilitation program for tendon and suspensory injury is a long term project incorporating measures to minimise tendon overloading by reducing weight bearing, ideally with a lighter weight rider, reduced sustained higher speed exercise, changing to more flat work with less hill training, ensuring regular hoof trimming to avoid low heel conformation, all combined with diligent daily physiotherapy and targeted nutrition to help maintain the strength, elasticity and structural health so as to prolong the ‘expiry date’ of a working tendon.

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The structure and load bearing capacity of elastic tendon tissue is influenced by exercise and aging, with tendons and suspension ligaments operating near to their functional limit during exercise. Both cartilage in joints and the structural matrix (fibril bonding and strengthening material) of tendons have very limited, if any, capacity to regenerate after injury.

As tendon tissue bears weight, the central ‘core’ fibrils, which are formed into a ‘crimped’ or wavy pattern, provide the initial ‘spring-like’ stretch to 3% increase in length, then the elastic rebound of the collagen Type 1 in the fibrils stretches a further 5% in length. Above 12% stretch, tendon fibrils reach their elastic and stretch limit and begin to rupture, firstly in the core, followed by the outer bundle. The small blood vessels which provide nutrition to the fibrils can stretch to 10% of their length before rupturing in the core and outer sheath. This results in localised haemorrhage, inflammation and formation of a clot which disrupts tendon fibril alignment and complicates repair. It is essential to minimise internal haemorrhage and the loss of vital nutrition as the fibrils rupture, even in a ‘bruised’ tendon when a horse knocks itself or is ‘galloped on’ during exercise. A ‘bruise’ is a localised minor haemorrhage within the tendon sheath or fibre bundles which can also ultimately interfere with tendon strength.

The strength, mechanical strain resistance and elastic limit of a tendon are dependent on the nutritional input and the structural organisation of its matrix and collagen fibrils within the tendon bundles. The matrix of a tendon consists of Cartilage Oligometric Matrix Protein (COMP for short) and proteoglycan compounds twhich provide the elasticity and strain capacity of a tendon. COMP content is increased by loading, peaking at around 2 36

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years of age. Inadequate exercise during the first 5-6 months of age reduces COMP formation and the ultimate strength of the tendon.

Prompt First Aid The most important first step following any tendon strain injury, even a knock which causes local bruising within the tendon sheath to more severe internal tearing and rupture of tendon fibrils with bleeding within the tendon fibril bundle, must be prompt first aid. This includes cold therapy, pressure bandaging and rest to reduce internal bleeding and inflammation which will ultimately delay tendon healing. Naturally, tendon fibrils do not regenerate by replacing original elastic collagen Type 1 tissue, but only repair the fault with collagen type 2 fibrous scar tissue, so that prompt first aid to restrict local damage is essential to minimise scarring and a potential long term ‘weak point’ within the tendon. Modern stem cell and concentrated platelet therapy options may now enable partial regeneration with original elastic collagen type 1 tissue to help restore the physical structure, strength and function of a tendon or suspensory ligament.

Cease Training and Confine the Horse It is most important to cease training and confine the horse to a stable or small yard, with daily ice and drug anti-inflammatory therapy for at least 3-4 weeks, to reduce the risk of repeat overloading. It is imperative that the horse is not turned out, as was a common practice, as the animal is likely to gallop freely, especially in the company of other horses, and increase disruption and haemorrhaging within the injured tendon and greatly prolong the rehabilitation time. It is a good idea to have any tendon injury examined by your vet because of the long term risk of ongoing tendon injury which could curtail a horse’s endurance career. Careful physical palpation of the injury, combined with ultrasound scanning after a week or so to allow the blood haemorrhage clot to organise so as to image the degree of internal damage and fibril tearing, is cheaper in the long term to assist in a targeted rehabilitation program, rather than to ‘wait and see’ if the injury settles down.

In most cases, tendon injuries are likely to cause long term lameness and require extensive downtime form training.

Tendon rehabilitation is a long term project based on a step-wise plan to increase weight loading in 3-4 week time increments, starting with hand walking, walking under saddle, trotting on the lead, being trotted under saddle and finally light cantering under saddle over a 4-6 month period to allow the tendon to regain function and strength as tendon tissue is slow to repair and any overloading by returning to full training too quickly, will risk a delay in healing or complete breakdown necessitating retirement. During this rehab program daily cold therapy after exercise to reduce internal inflammation and physiotherapy with daily magnetic field bandaging overnight, weekly laser therapy where available must be carried out to support the graded increase in exercise. Nutritional aids include supplements of collagen forming nutrients, such a zinc, copper, manganese, vitamin A and vitamin C. The tendons must be examined regularly and ideally scanned again after the first month and then every 2-3 months to monitor the repair process. A veterinarian will be able to provide regular assessments of the tendon repair and provide advice on the progressive healing of a tendon healing and prognosis and time for return to training.

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RESULTS ASHEVILLE N CAROLINA U S A (04/05/2014) F.E.I. 2star 120kms FEI Competitive Endurance Ride 3rd: J G Btash (Nicola Thorne), 11.3kph R.A.F. CRANWELL - DAY 2 (04/05/2014) 80kms Competitive Endurance Ride 1st: Just Giles (Tracy Thompson), 16.6kph 2nd: Siroco Toul Ar C’Hoat (Richard Allen), 14.3kph 3rd: Amira Zahra (Amie Grainger), 13.8kph 4th: Oreci De Tenelles (Jeanette Bennett), 13.8kph 5th: Djoval (Rachel Sykes), 12.6kph 6th: Hissane Orashaan (Gill Brown), 11.8kph 3 eliminations 64kms Graded Endurance Ride Grade 1: Dns Ronaldo (Rachael Atkinson), 13.2kph Grade 2: Hissane Al Azrou (Kate Atkinson), 13.2kph; Maximillion (Bethany Stokes), 11.5kph; Open All Hours (Carri-Ann Dark), 14.6kph; Taaqib (Allyson Sole), 11.5kph; Teadies Spirit (Sarah Thompson), 12.9kph Grade 3: Crystal Topaz (Rebecca Pearson), 13.2kph; Psynan (Stacey Bushell), 12.4kp 51kms Graded Endurance Ride Grade 4: Magpie (Samantha Fearn), 10.8kph 51kms Graded Endurance Ride (Novice) Grade 1: Kyneton Poppers (Jess Smith), 10.8kph 41kms Graded Endurance Ride Grade 1: Jamie-Son (Barbara Jordan), 11.8kph; Marcus Ibn Gayet (Jean Gilbert), 13kph Grade 3: Ballydoolagh Alfie (Jeni Gilbert), 13.8kph; Goldcrest Whitsun Dancer (Camilla Mascall), 13.4kph; Rjt Tariq (Jacqueline Atkin), 10.8kph; Tommy (Diane Hudson), 12.9kph Grade 4: Faleh (Linda Reeves), 10.2kph; Island Spirit (Molly Button), 12kph; Simeric Sinnaman (Bridie Lydon-Towle), 12.4kph; Simeric Smooth Criminal (Stephanie Brown), 11.8kph; Simeric S’Moudh (Thay Stephenson), 11.8kph Completion: Island Elina (Sharon Button), 12kph; Same (James McIntosh), 11.3kph 1 elimination and 1 retired 41kms Graded Endurance Ride (Novice) Grade 2: Altin (Alicia Reeves), 10.2kph Grade 3: Ammanvalley Comet (Sue Abbott), 11kph; Irak Ibn Egis (Caitlin Reeves), 10.2kph; Oliana Del Azahar (Katherine Mills), 12.1kph Completion: Earl Of Killmurray (Jane Girling), 10kph 31kms Graded Endurance Ride Grade 2: Bright Diamond (Julie Payne), 11.6kph Grade 3: Salladin (Heather Alexander), 12.1kph 31kms Graded Endurance Ride (Novice) Grade 3: Cool Dude (Emma Taylor), 13kph; Joey (Alison Taylor), 13kph; Wayside Falcon (Helen Ward), 9.3kph Completion: Hartley (Caroline Johnson), 12.3kph 1 elimination and 1 retired CHESHIRE FOREST FROLIC - DAY 1 (10/05/2014) 86kms 2 day 2 Day Graded Endurance Ride ROW Grade 1: Foxghyll’s Folly (Kathleen Mcghee), 12.2kph; Jamie-Son (Barbara Jordan), 12.2kph; Linnelwood Digby (Janet Lennard), 13.2kph; Phine Skies Crusada (Liz Benwell), 12.4kph; Shoshana (Ann Harrison), 14.3kph Grade 2: Aleys Cognac (Maurice Whiteley), 13.1kph; Diamond Destiny (Anna Collins), 13.5kph; Gb Aliaanah (Amanda Morriss), 11.1kph; Jumanji (Cheryl Wallace), 10.9kph; Lindston Kytrina (Emilie Fleming), 10.9kph;

Magic Storm (Nicola Hamilton), 10.9kph Grade 4: Ricco Esta Artisan (Robert Blane), 12.9kph 1 retired 43kms Graded Endurance Ride Grade 1: Merlyn (Elizabeth Whiteley), 13.1kph Grade 2: Blanche (Evelyn Helme), 11.6kph Grade 3: Kazaiyid (Linda Cowperthwaite), 11.6kph; Peterbrook Sunset Surprise (Carolyn Cummings), 13.1kph; Radwaan (Lesley List), 13.2kph; Tommy (Diane Hudson), 11.2kph Completion: Flynn (Lucy Walker), 10kph; Warrens Hill Farrah (Laura Graham), 12.2kph 2 eliminations 32kms Graded Endurance Ride Grade 1: Midnight Star (Rachel Williams), 11.4kph Grade 3: Clinwil Charmaine (Debbie Williams), 11.4kph; Vlacq Gilfae (Gail Andrews), 10.6kph Grade 4: Hildith Dancing Dream (Julie Scott), 10kph; Moonshiner (Clare Hutchinson), 12.5kph 2 eliminations 32kms Graded Endurance Ride (Novice) Grade 1: Cownedge Midget Gem (Charlotte Dennett), 10.4kph; Lucy G (Jacky Goodman), 10kph; Ohran O Feillion (Timothy Jones), 10.3kph; Squire (Margaret Gorden-Gauld), 10.2kph; Stas Hazelaar (Ger) (Tracy Sieminski), 12kph Grade 2: Angies Girl (Angie Williams), 13.5kph; Delfyw Squwiggle (Emma Daniel), 11.2kph; Fantasia IV (Tricia Hirst), 10.6kph; Khezya (Dale Jones), 10.3kph; Orlando (Gaynor Jones), 10.2kph; Quantock Willoughby (Sally Mellor), 11.7kph; Templehill Jasper (Rachel Dennett), 10.4kph; Tomorrow’s Promise (Emma Harris), 11.6kph Grade 3: Gaelic Clover (Alice Newby), 12kph Grade 4: Special K (Sophie Scott), 10kph 3 eliminations and 3 retired ERMELO (NED) (10/05/2014) F.E.I. 3star 160kms FEI Competitive Endurance Ride 6th: Leila (Catriona Moon), 14.4kph 2 eliminations CHESHIRE FOREST FROLIC - DAY 2 (11/05/2014) 43kms Graded Endurance Ride Grade 1: Merlyn (Elizabeth Whiteley), 14.2kph Grade 2: Ptolemaeus (Carol Jones), 13.1kph Grade 3: Sheer Bliss (Lorna Kidson), 14.6kph 1 elimination 32kms Graded Endurance Ride Completion: Moon Magician (Sue Taylor-Green), 10.4kph; Oakthwaite Zahir Adham (Jessie Mchugh), 11.4kph 1 elimination 32kms Graded Endurance Ride (Novice) Grade 1: Copshawholm Roman Emperor (Jean Spearing), 12.6kph; Kernow Sasparilla (Sanguesas) (Tigs Gordon), 10.4kph; Magners Gold (Jane Wyatt), 12.7kph Grade 2: Badran (Hannah Ormerod), 11.8kph; Blossom I (Caroline Le Butt), 12.5kph; Diamond Flight (John Black), 10.1kph; Gwel Ycoeds Razil (Julie Mckeown), 12.6kph Grade 3: Angies Girl (Angie Williams), 10.9kph; Utopist Toul Ar Choat (Rachael Atkinson), 11.4kph Grade 4: Delfyw Squwiggle (Emma Daniel), 10.4kph Completion: Gaelic Clover (Alice Newby), 12.3kph; Gruff (Gwenan Evans), 10.9kph; Kaybrook Venus (Amber Sole), 10.4kph; Lazy Lena (Jane Stewart), 12.7kph; Murthwaite Hardy

(Brigit Clacy), 9kph; Pleasington Playboy (Lindon Webb), 9.1kph; Stas Hazelaar (Ger) (Tracy Sieminski), 12.3kph; Sweet As Honey Ccr (Jill Thorburn), 10.1kph 1 elimination PRIMROSE (11/05/2014) 40kms Graded Endurance Ride Grade 1: Al Raad Bin Jesra (Christine Smyth), 13.4kph; Doyenne (Kate Curry), 13.5kph; Red House Shamil (Trilby Herriott), 13.4kph Grade 2: Scrumpy2 (Anja Brandt), 13.4kph Grade 3: Pegase (Caroline Hawes), 12.3kph Completion: Simeric Solaman (Julia Harman), 12.8kph 40kms Graded Endurance Ride (Novice) Grade 1: Rochester (Kim Carter), 13.8kph Completion: Merwydd Taran (Mandy Osland), 8.4kph; Remynisce (Susan Hawes), 12.3kph 2 retired 33kms Graded Endurance Ride Grade 1: Clonross Excelsior (Erica Mcquillen), 13.1kph Grade 2: Apollos Tara (Caroline Long), 12.4kph; Moonlight Sonata (Victoria Lawson), 13.1kph 1 elimination 33kms Graded Endurance Ride (Novice) Grade 1: Bertie (Sandra Haworth), 9.9kph; El Azraff Amirah (Judith Yarnold), 10.8kph; Maakedye (Amy Parcell), 9.9kph; Master Campbell (Fay Merrick), 10.2kph; Minnie I (Catharine Rideout), 10.2kph; Snow Hill Leonardo (Charlotte Purkis), 11.3kph Grade 2: Aanisa (Kristina Pettit), 10.4kph; Casper (Emma Merrick), 10.2kph Grade 3: Eba Merlot (Caroline Thompson), 9.6kph Grade 4: Penhwnllys Samala De Mons (Mandy Yarnold), 12.4kph Completion: Oes Ibn Al Qasim (Carole Pearce), 10.4kph 2 eliminations THE GOLDEN HORSESHOE - DAY 1 (11/05/2014) 120kms 3 day Golden Horseshoe Extra Gold: Prince Meliodas (Rachael Claridge), 12.5kph Silver: Faleh (Linda Reeves), 12kph; Irak Ibn Egis (Caitlin Reeves), 12kph Bronze: Emira Bint Letifa (Sally Toye), 11.1kph 1 retired 40kms Graded Endurance Ride Gold: Al Ashab Zameel (Sarah Hancock), 13kph; Asharis (Sally Milverton), 12.5kph; Desert Kudoss (Ginny Gidley), 12.7kph; Distance Oasis (Heather Whiteley), 12.7kph; Granby Sting (Maureen Langham), 12.3kph; Jasper P (Roz Plail), 16.2kph; Montana (Vicky Carter), 14kph; Okeden Timothy (Sarah Urwin), 13.1kph; Spotless (Stephen Blackwell), 13.7kph Silver: Aa Talika (Judy Holloway), 12.2kph; Agyl (Stefania Martinoli), 12.9kph; Kingsby Elderberry (Katie Hannah), 10.9kph; Kingsby Nutmeg (Mary Hannah), 10.9kph Bronze: Samsara Kabir (Tony Griffin), 12.5kph; Solomons Ikey (Trish Griffin), 12.5kph 3 eliminations 40kms Graded Endurance Ride (Novice) Gold: Bobby Q (Shanti Roos), 11.1kph; Hs Belita (Oliver Blackwell), 13.7kph; Hurtstock Special Flame (Pauline Bird), 11.2kph; Peppen’s Gold (Harry De Greeff), 11.1kph; Requiem (Will Kittow), 12.8kph; Right Side Up (Zoe Hyslop), 11.2kph; Sateer (Geraldine White), 11.5kph; Sheridan (Kay Jones), 12.9kph; Silver Zaanif

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(Diana Rundle), 11.2kph; Valuta (Sj Scrase), 12.4kph; Vlacq Halcyon Hallmark (Carolyn Edwards), 12.2kph; Vlacq Majid (Gemma Bishop), 10.9kph; Warrens Hill Zhaheen (Liz Ashmead), 11.4kph; Zarazi (Victoria Queen), 10.5kph Silver: Amos Of Litigan (Rebecca Johns), 10.3kph; Cwmcae Morgan (Tamzin Furtado), 11kph; Loui (Gemma Ramcke), 9.3kph; Psyngari (Piers Geddes), 11.6kph Bronze: Thunder Storm (Nesta Oliver), 8.8kph; Todhill Trafalgar (Lenice Bell), 9.7kph Completion: El Khamsin (Karen Wood), 8.7kph 7 eliminations THE GOLDEN HORSESHOE - DAY 2 (12/05/2014) 120kms 2 day Golden HorseShoe Exmoor Stag Completion: Hs Parnasse (Gillian Mann), 10.1kph 1 elimination and 2 retired 80kms 2 day Golden HorseShoe Exmoor Experience Gold: Aberllwyd Solstice Morn (Christine Nicol), 13.1kph; C F S Astreled (Nic Wigley), 12.8kph; Desert Thorn (Fiona Faulkner), 12.8kph; Evermore Artistic (Carina Kane), 13.7kph; H S Exile (Judith Baynes), 12.8kph; Hs Espion (Heather Weston), 12.4kph; Indian Princess (Karen Jones), 12.6kph; Ja Noor (Susan Speed), 12.5kph; River Gypsy (Victoria Ham), 12.5kph; Sahir Kashmir (Trena Brock), 12.9kph; Sakeena Sky Zayin (Paul Simmons), 13.2kph; Zorro (Sharon Davison), 12.6kph Silver: Aden Silver Moonlight (Janthea Newman), 11.6kph; Mister Mylo (Mary Korn), 11kph; Ryminni (Jane Baldry), 11.2kph; Yberia (Julie Dare), 12.8kph Bronze: Becky C (Karen Cadman), 10.4kph; Callista (Gillian Hasberry), 11.7kph; Cs Clarion (Peggy Sofley), 11.5kph; Eden El Nyhl (Susan Cox), 11.1kph; Keen Pleasure (Charles Newman), 11.6kph; Khatanga (Linda Barnes), 13.2kph; Mehshiv (Lucy Byrom), 11.2kph; Silvretta Acrobat (Jan Hebblethwaite), 10.4kph; Silvretta Athlete (Catherine Hood), 10.4kph Completion: Paramal (Helen Gipson), 11.1kph 4 eliminations ROYAL WINDSOR ENDURANCE (16/05/2014) F.E.I. 2star 120kms Competitive Endurance Ride 12th: Bronze Nahdir (Harry Ingram), 21.5kph 13th: Khartoum With A K (Nikki Malcolm), 21.4kph 14th: Shakmari Gold (Lisa Adshead), 21.2kph 15th: Csa Grace (Paresh Parmar), 21.2kph 16th: Panama Du Caussanel (David Yeoman), 21.2kph 18th: Zayin Encantado (Alice Beet), 20.2kph Completion: Barik (Abigail Tennant), 18.4kph; Binley Prince Salim (Susan Hawes), 16.3kph; Crystal Wissam (Anna Williams), 19.6kph; Marouk Du Caprice (Claire Wertheimer), 15.6kph; Rumelito De La Boulen (Candy Cameron), 18kph; Ryu (Sue Box), 15.2kph; Takwenya (Christopher Wray), 17.1kph; Za Marengo (Nicola Thorne), 16.2kph 7 eliminations PEN DDOL Y GADOR (18/05/2014) 80kms Graded Endurance Ride Completion: Cs Chimera (Alex Tennant), 13.5kph 65kms Graded Endurance Ride Grade 3: Druimghigha Lantana (Olwen Bryer), 10.7kph Grade 4: Benzuga (Hilary Cuming), 13.3kph Completion: Druimghigha Luxor (Andrea Champ), 10.7kph 48kms Graded Endurance Ride Grade 3: Aberllwyds Another Rose (Susan

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Higgins), 13.3kph; D’Hab (Kim Sinnott), 12kph 40kms Graded Endurance Ride Grade 1: Bh Supersonic (Fiona Griffiths), 13.7kph; Smokey Savannah (Karin Hilton), 13.2kph; Touch Of Frost (Hilary Kaye), 13.2kph Grade 3: My Marco (Annette Longland), 15.1kph Grade 4: Aberllwyds Astoriz (Catherine Rawnsley), 12.2kph 2 eliminations 40kms Graded Endurance Ride (Novice) Grade 1: Barons Rock (Kat Ingram), 13.1kph; Hendrewen Pirate (Nicola Davies), 10.4kph; Lady’s Man (Emily Cooke), 11.5kph; Merlin III (Bethan Lewis), 13.6kph; Stella II (Sally Lewis), 10.4kph Grade 2: Penny Clawd (Hayley Wright), 11.2kph; The Red Viscount (Lise Cooke), 11.5kph 33kms Graded Endurance Ride Grade 1: Ibn Al Helal (Anita Gordon), 13.2kph 33kms Graded Endurance Ride (Novice) Grade 1: Blackie (Danielle Glaister), 9.7kph; Blaentawe Swallow (Louise Rowlands), 9.9kph; Cilieni Cherry (Meryl Thomas), 14.7kph; Cosmic Prince (Adrian Davies), 12.9kph; Lily Langtree (Kate Gillam), 13.8kph; Marl Joclyn (Laura Robinson), 9.9kph; Quantock Willoughby (Sally Mellor), 10.8kph; Strong Rebel (Paul Daley), 12.9kph; Swish (Ceri Jones), 12.6kph; Systemaatic Golden Girl (Abigail Summerfield), 12.9kph; Wheedle (Jane Griffiths), 9.9kph Grade 2: Amana (Fay Francis), 10.8kph; Barabaschi (Pauline Daley), 12.9kph; Cassie (Theresa Nazer), 10.3kph; Cwmceffyl Autumn Breeze (Alison Smale), 10.3kph; Faenog Misty Lady (Chris Paine), 13.8kph; Gafros Mistral (Jacqui Kedward), 9.7kph; Rheidol Star (Iola Evans), 12.6kph Grade 4: Jabalabyad Azir (Valerie Price-West), 13.2kph; Meiriogen Mari (Daniel Troy), 10.2kph; Miss Money Penny (Nicola Anderson), 10.8kph Completion: Ianto (Eifion Roberts), 12.6kph 5 eliminations TUGBY RIDE (18/05/2014) 64kms Graded Endurance Ride Grade 1: Sheer Bliss (Lorna Kidson), 12.3kph; Sigmunt (Tracey Walthall), 12.4kph Grade 2: Thai Express (Helen Perry), 11.6kph Completion: Apache Rose (Suzanne Mcconnell), 11.6kph 7 eliminations and 1 retired 40kms Graded Endurance Ride Grade 1: Trigger (Jane Walker), 13.1kph Grade 3: Bolero Phantastik (Charlotte Strang), 10.6kph; C.S.Khamsin (Elizabeth Ellesley), 13.3kph; Moet (Richard-Bradley Hancock), 13.5kph; Yawl Hill Kyla (Isobella Fricker), 11.7kph Grade 4: Magpie (Samantha Fearn), 12.5kph; Psynan (Stacey Bushell), 13.2kph; Redx (Patricia Hardwick), 10.4kph; Ruwais Bolero (Victoria Davies), 10.6kph 1 elimination and 1 retired 40kms Graded Endurance Ride (Novice) Grade 1: Silver Linnet (Carol Fricker), 11.7kph Grade 2: Ben Shah (Rachel Judson), 13.1kph; Sandlings Joop (Antonia Hardwick), 10.4kph Grade 4: H S Pirouche (Beth Langley), 13.5kph Completion: One Fine Day (Sara Graham), 8.2kph; Stas Hazelaar (Ger) (Tracy Sieminski), 12.5kph 1 retired 30kms Graded Endurance Ride Grade 1: Simply Dennis (Sue Gregg), 11.8kph Grade 2: Dulas Total Eclipse (Gillian Wright), 12.3kph 1 elimination and 1 retired 30kms Graded Endurance Ride (Novice) Grade 1: Claypark Mr Podd (Heather McLeod), 11.3kph Grade 2: Hs Emerillon (Sue Box), 9.2kph Grade 3: Ima-Gine (Stuart Barkway), 11.3kph;

Kia (Ally Rendel), 11.3kph; Somewhat Illogical (Bain McLeod), 11.3kph; Spola From Old Hills (Janet Fentiman), 10.6kph Grade 4: Cotswolds Azraff (Sashikala Davies), 8.9kph; Sky’s The Limit (Charlotte Chadwick), 11.7kph 1 retired COMPIEGNE (FR) (23/05/2014) F.E.I. 2star 120kms FEI Competitive Endurance Ride Completion: Rezon Du Bas Four (Alexandra Dassargues), 16.7kph THE POPLAR PARK SANDLINGS RIDE DAY 1 (24/05/2014) 80kms 2 day Graded Endurance Ride 2 Day Grade 2: Zahkira (Linda Herriott), 10.8kph Grade 3: Redwings Milky Way (Keighley Pomroy), 10.6kph 1 retired 64kms 2 day Graded Endurance Ride 2 Day Grade 1: Cardinal Panache (Vivien Coleman), 11.5kph Grade 2: Simeric Solaman (Julia Harman), 11.5kph 40kms Graded Endurance Ride Grade 2: Simple System Trizeyah (Jane Van Lennep), 10.9kph 40kms Graded Endurance Ride (Novice) Grade 1: Penhwnllys Samala De Mons (Mandy Yarnold), 11.6kph Grade 4: Zaferan (Madison Pomroy), 10.9kph 1 elimination 32kms Graded Endurance Ride Grade 1: Island Elina (Sharon Button), 12.6kph; Island Spirit (Molly Button), 12.6kph Completion: Push The Button (Karen Carr), 11.8kph 32kms Graded Endurance Ride (Novice) Grade 1: Budwhite (Wendy Gater), 13kph; Drossi (Nikola Kelly), 12.5kph; Fravias (Lorraine Kerflake), 13kph; Harry (Shirlrey Swanson), 13kph Grade 2: El Azraff Amirah (Judith Yarnold), 9.3kph; Makuto (Nicki Harris), 13kph; Oakdene Red Shadari (Katie Whitely), 10kph Grade 3: Normandy (Megan Cowell), 10kph; Palmfields Flower Girl (Jessica Head), 9.1kph Completion: Cullinghurst Creme D’Or (Julie-Ann Squire), 8.4kph 2 eliminations CERNE GIANT (25/05/2014) 80kms Graded Endurance Ride Grade 2: Sakeena Sky Zayin (Paul Simmons), 12.7kph Grade 3: Silver Zourra (Nicola Sherry), 12.8kph Completion: Early Election (Stevie Jones), 12.6kph 65kms Graded Endurance Ride Grade 1: Aa Talika (Judy Holloway), 12.5kph Grade 2: Desert Kudoss (Ginny Gidley), 12.6kph; Dubai Valentino (Sarah Bishop), 12.6kph 1 elimination 50kms Graded Endurance Ride Grade 3: Julio (Robert Phillpotts), 13.8kph 41kms Graded Endurance Ride Grade 1: Beths Choice (Lynn Harvey), 12.4kph Grade 2: Aberllwyd Briar Rose (Sarah Denham), 12.6kph; Merlyn (Elizabeth Whiteley), 12.1kph; Samsara Kabir (Tony Griffin), 11.5kph Grade 3: Desert Thorn (Fiona Faulkner), 12.5kph; Solomons Ikey (Trish Griffin), 11.5kph; Warrens Hill Kizmet (Alice Loten), 12.6kph Grade 4: Asharis (Sally Milverton), 12.4kph; Mualim Shael (Maria Baverstock), 11.3kph; Silver Tariba (Susan Speed), 12.5kph Completion: African Star (Maurice Whiteley), 12.1kph; Al Aasi (Jenny Pierson), 12.2kph; Ennis

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(Susan Thomson), 11.8kph; Vlacq Ahmar Kayal (Wendy Everson), 10.4kph 1 elimination 41kms Graded Endurance Ride (Novice) Grade 1: Sateer (Geraldine White), 10.8kph; Warrens Hill Zhaheen (Liz Ashmead), 11.1kph Grade 2: Al Tinnin (Abigail Julier), 11.7kph; Ashad (Robin Everson), 10.4kph; Firyuza (Annette Hansford), 10.8kph; Lateral Thinking (Kelly Hopgood), 11.2kph; Venus (Carol Sobucinska), 10.5kph; Whifflegig (Nuccia Lipscombe), 10.6kph Grade 3: Jurassic (Caroline Staddon), 10.9kph Grade 4: Thunder Storm (Nesta Oliver), 9.6kph Completion: Hasaani Sahib (Jane Wild), 10.6kph; Kalitim (Della Short), 9.8kph; Vlacq Majid (Gemma Bishop), 11.2kph 2 eliminations and 1 retired THE POPLAR PARK SANDLING RIDE - DAY 2 (25/05/2014) 80kms Graded Endurance Ride Grade 1: Aberllwyd Femme Fatalle (Kathy Carr), 13.5kph; Burfield Red Dragon (Katie Bedwin), Grade 2: Aratahnes Maia (Lisa Powell), 13.3kph 1 elimination 64kms Graded Endurance Ride Grade 1: Coralkov (Juliet Jacob), 14.4kph; Laity Red Alert (Rosie Marsh), 11.8kph Grade 4: Red House Shamil (Trilby Herriott), 11.6kph 40kms Graded Endurance Ride Grade 1: Aberllwyd Satra (Karen Day), 13.2kph; Storm I (Joannah Parker), 12.2kph Grade 3: Boolagh Betty (Hilary Carr), 13.4kph 1 elimination 40kms Graded Endurance Ride (Novice) Grade 3: Dalriada Shujaa (Fiona Hamilton), 14kph; Noble Chieftan (Amanda Roche-Kelly), 10.7kph Grade 4: Against The Rules (Elaine Wallbridge), 11.5kph Completion: Parker (Yvonne Toms), 11.5kph 32kms Graded Endurance Ride Grade 3: Meiros Victoria Capella (Richard Lowe), 11.7kph Completion: Reena Screena Star (Coralie Holman), 12.3kph 32kms Graded Endurance Ride (Novice) Grade 1: Dakaman (Heather Cornick), 10.5kph; Desya (Ollie Holman), 12.3kph; El Azraff Amirah (Judith Yarnold), 10.3kph; Hilltop Hero (Jan Evans), 10.9kph; Loriens Chocolat (Justine Rodgers), 9.2kph; Macizo (Linda Nelson), 11kph; Packenham (Emma Kitteridge), 10.5kph; Silver Shadow (Paula Wilson), 11kph; Susan (Sue Green), 9.2kph Grade 2: Asabache (Melanie Boggia), 11.2kph; Freddy Curtis (Suzie Webb), 10.9kph; Legs (Gillian Rivierie), 10.5kph; Lily’s Legacy (Sarah Bird), 11.2kph; Milersford Butterfly (Hannah Rix), 9.1kph; Ranfurly Tiarnech (Claire Bird), 9.1kph Completion: Av Volcano (Deborah Fyans), 8.4kph; Prince Caspian III (Isobel Fleming), 8.4kph BERKSHIRE DOWNS - DAY 1 (25/05/2014) 80kms Graded Endurance Ride Grade 1: Bey Sahli (Carri-Ann Dark), 15.4kph; Eas Boadicea (Ella Bunting), 13.5kph; Kumara Zayin (Liz Sutton), 13.8kph; Marcus Aurelius (Katherine Bertram), 13.9kph; Orion’s Firefly (Janet Kenward), 13.5kph; Warda Bint Shuwaiman (Pippa Morris), 13.5kph Grade 2: Autumn’s Child (Becky Bertram), 13.9kph; Diana Of Court (Abigail Chisholm), 14.5kph; Keryel Lotois (Joanna Chisholm), 14.5kph; Maarhabi (Rachael Claridge), 17kph; Zim Nazka (Jacqueline Lloyd), 12.9kph Grade 3: Eas Ka Ching (Nathalie Cambier), 13.8kph

Grade 4: Elsa Del Azahar (Katherine Mills), 12.4kph; Jasper P (Roz Plail), 15.6kph Completion: Inferno (Alex Tennant), 12kph 3 eliminations and 1 retired 66kms Graded Endurance Ride Grade 1: Bright Dawn (Abigail Tennant), 14.1kph; Broadreed Sebastian (Sarah King), 13.2kph; Broadreed Silver Mist (Nicola Berry), 13.2kph; Moet (Richard-Bradley Hancock), 12.3kph; Muna Bint Shuwaimeh (Rosemary Henderson), 14.7kph; Perfeq Pacha De Blaziet (Julie Kendall), 13.6kph; Zarzuela (Christine Wensley), 13.3kph; Zorro (Sharon Davison), 13.7kph Grade 2: Distance Oasis (Heather Whiteley), 13.4kph; Indygo (Mary Stubbs), 12.6kph; Saintwestwell Silvermask (Raymond Davison), 14.5kph; Vlacq Gilfae (Gail Andrews), 13.6kph; Warrens Hill Farrah (Laura Graham), 13.2kph Grade 3: Kalach (Claire Barry), 12.5kph; Zyta (Gaynor Rose), 12.7kph Grade 4: Kolinka Of Dragonmead (Karen Greig), 12.2kph; Penny Clawd (Belinda Stewart), 13.7kph 2 eliminations and 2 retired 40kms Graded Endurance Ride Grade 1: Touch Of Frost (Hilary Kaye), 13.6kph Grade 2: Smokey Savannah (Karin Hilton), 13.6kph; Xanthus (Elizabeth Rowland), 14.1kph; Zakhir (Charlotte Fleming), 14.4kph Grade 3: Fortland Blaze (Charlotte Vickery), 12.5kph; Pstylistic (Gillian Campbell), 14.1kph; Scrumpy2 (Anja Brandt), 11.8kph; Shiduke (Wendy Miles), 13.6kph; Yawl Hill Kyla (Isobella Fricker), Grade 4: Dunstan’s Dunnit Again (Christine Smyth), 11.4kph; M H S Amir El Sudan (Samantha Hunt), 12.7kph; Samrah (Tracy Haines), 14.2kph Completion: Chlione (Susan Middleton), 11.4kph; Cs Ibn Fiesta (Debbie Williams), 12kph; Siiberia (Sue Loveridge), 13.4kph 40kms Graded Endurance Ride (Novice) Grade 1: Archer (Leonie Wheeler), 11.5kph; Ht Orient (Shelley Bates), 12.3kph; William Bonnie (Steven Bates), 11.3kph; Yawl Hillbilly (Kirsty Wiscombe), 12.4kph Grade 2: Derry Spirit (Miranda Kavanagh), 11.8kph; El Chenz (Sandra Ralph), 11.5kph; Eskar (Lucy Gray), 12.4kph; Snow Hill Leonardo (Charlotte Purkis), 13.7kph; Trowan Max (Elizabeth Child), 10.3kp Grade 3: Fantasia IV (Tricia Hirst), 12.2kph; Kastano Kuriaki Abaramenito (Carolyn Joesbury), 11.3kph Grade 4: Bonnie Sonata (Caroline Bennetts), 14.1kph; Ginger 672 (Joanne Cooper), 14.1kph Completion: Sas I Feel Flirty (Denise Nancarrow), 11.7kph 1 elimination 33kms Graded Endurance Ride Grade 1: Mahbrooka Bint Shuwaimeh (Elaine Fry), 14.5kph Grade 2: Lady Ace (Lynda Maples), 13.5kph; Summersplace Sweet Juliet (Heather Caddick), 16.6kph Grade 3: Aussie (Lorraine Brown), 13kph; Muziki (Julia Watts), 12.7kph; Pebbles I (Alison Cook), 13.3kph Grade 4: Cs Shaikh Al Jubail (Susan Buckley), 15.3kph; G F A Dainty Dancer (Pauline Higgs), 12.9kph; Hs Parnasse (Gillian Mann), 12.9kph; Trowan Duchess (Georgina Child), 10.3kph Completion: Magie Blue (Jane Geal), 10.4kph 3 eliminations 33kms Graded Endurance Ride (Novice) Grade 1: Almost All (Malcolm Greenaway), 12.5kph; Byfleet Nicky (Brenda Henney), 13.1kph; Carsons Legacy (Sherrie Cooper), 12.6kph; Derrys Dreams (Paige Knee), 12.6kph; Good Morgan (Claire Sedgewick), 11.7kph; Izzy

(Anne Gartside), 12.7kph; Kilbeg Flash (Carole Portlock), 11.3kph; Little Murphy (Maxine Curtis), 13.1kph; Midnight Madness (Tanya Sherwood), 13.1kph; Montanna (Ann-Marie Pelc), 10.5kph; Raider (Sandie Heath), 11.3kph; Red House Gaia (Susannah Rowe), 12kph; Subah Ibn Janoob (Margaretha Herman), 11.3kph Grade 2: Akzen (Elaine Baber), 12.5kph; Irshaad (Christopher Baker), 13.5kph; Kazeme El Mystral (Elizabeth Watts), 9.6kph; Razzle And Role (Frances Brayford), 12.3kph; Stomboli (Jessica Rodgers), 11.7kph Grade 3: Ballinamurra Lucy (Karen Titterington), 11.3kph; Cwmcae Morgan (Tamzin Furtado), 11.3kph; Farekray (Claire Dovey), 13.5kph; Hs Shaman (Sue Box), 9.6kph; Pardito (Meredith Baker), 12.7kph; Taifa De Arcos (Lynn Malcolm), 12.4kph Grade 4: Bellindene Magnum (Frances Hall), 10.3kph; Dutch Adventure (Natalie Neal), 14.5kph; Nasta (Amanda Cartwright), 9.8kph; Ras Samaal (Katrina Littlechild), 10.1kph Completion: Aakrarbat (Soile Leinonen), 11.6kph; Aloto (Zoe Sherlock), 12.7kph; Babe (Leigh Fenton), 14.5kph; Courageous Color (Sue Whiting), 12.5kph; Marbon Malana (Helen Barrett), 12.6kph; Remmington Steel (Kelly Finch), 9.8kph 1 elimination and 1 retired CASTELSAGRAT (FR) DAY 1 (29/05/2014) F.E.I. 1star 90kms FEI Competitive Endurance Ride Completion: Bluewood India (Anna Brown), 15.7kph; Roma de Lis (Joanne Bond), 14.2kph; Zamil de Paute (Emma Martin), 14.2kph WORDWELL (01/06/2014) F.E.I. 1star 100kms FEI 1* Competitive Endurance Ride 4th: Kizhi (Melanie Davison), 17kph 5th: Eskar (Kirsty Wiscombe), 17kph 10th: Morgan de Rouaisse (Nicola Thorne), 15.4kph 13th: Maximillion (Bethany Stokes), 12.1kph 1 elimination MINIONS MOORLAND (01/06/2014) 62kms Graded Endurance Ride Grade 4: Pigaro (Catherine Woodford), 10.3kph; Seadeke Mystif (Valerie Hansen), 10.3kph 51kms Graded Endurance Ride Grade 2: Khatanga (Linda Barnes), 13.6kph Grade 3: Meneth Crystal Rose (Carolyn Thomas), 13.6kph 51kms Graded Endurance Ride (Novice) Grade 1: Killyanchor Magical Jewel (Jessie Lethbridge), 11.3kph; Tiger Lily I (Emilia Douglass), 13.4kph Grade 3: Valuta (Sj Scrase), 13.4kph Completion: Darwin (Tanya Southworth), 13.4kph 31kms Graded Endurance Ride Grade 1: Firebird (Lesley Nott), 13kph; Lustre (Caroline Lloyd), 14.6kph Grade 2: Hs Ecuador (Christine Cameron), 14.7kph; Kalaway (Jane James), 12kph Grade 3: Aurontes (Judy Holloway), 12kph; Quenotte Du Henny (Kay Palmer), 13.5kph; T F A Ibn Al Gert (Beverley Jenkin), 12.6kph Grade 4: Khanspur (Joanna Chisholm), 11.5kph 4 eliminations 31kms Graded Endurance Ride (Novice) Grade 1: Ali Shamahl (Rosalyn Davis-O’leary), 9.7kph; Beewitched (Peta-Jane Field), 11.9kph; Flying Artist (Valerie Jones), 10.2kph; Jula Royal Phoenix (Shanade Holmes), 10.5kph; Orchard Storm (Annie Joppe), 11.5kph; Right Side Up (Zoe Hyslop), 10.6kph; Samson (Ann Jobson), 10.5kph; Silver Zaanif (Diana Rundle), 10.6kph Grade 2: Bulbul (Robert Lovell), 9.7kph; Derwen Bradon (Andy Howard), 10.8kph; Ieschia (Angela

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Cron), 11.8kph; Its Me Alfie (Graham Wright), 10.8kph; Zarazi (Victoria Queen), 10.8kph Grade 3: Rv Ali Kabeer (Jill Semmens), 10.8kph; Venus (Carol Sobucinska), 10.8kph Grade 4: Alfie I (Julie Elvy), 10.8kph; Cotswolds Amirah (Freya Gallichan), 9.9kph; Cotswolds Amirah (Freya Gallichan), 9.9kph; Hs Hasib (Victoria Ham), 11.5kph; Vaillant (John Hudson), 10.6kph Completion: Hurtstock Special Flame (Pauline Bird), 11.3kph; Shahlisha (Annie Lovell), 9.7kph 2 eliminations SILK WILLOUGHBY (01/06/2014) 66kms Graded Endurance Ride Grade 1: Oreci De Tenelles (Jeanette Bennett), 12.2kph; Taaqib (Allyson Sole), 11.1kph Grade 2: Bizout (Hannah Lydon), 11.5kph; Blanche (Linda Cowperthwaite), 12kph Grade 3: Aragorn (Ruth Chadwick), 13.4kph; Simeric Sinnaman (Bridie Lydon-Towle), 11.5kph; Simeric Smooth Criminal (Stephanie Brown), 12.1kph Grade 4: Jvl Sergeant C Marshall (Rebecca Broughton-Booker), 11.3kph; Kaybrook Yoffi (Karen Shotton), 13.9kph; M A S Khadambah (Francesca Palmer-Hourd), 11.1kph; Same (James McIntosh), 11.1kph Completion: Kazaiyid (Evelyn Helme), 12kph; Psynan (Stacey Bushell), 12.3kph 4 eliminations and 2 retired 50kms Graded Endurance Ride Grade 3: Zaferan (Jane Girling), 11.8kph Grade 4: Redwings Milky Way (Madison Pomroy), 11.8kph 1 elimination 41kms Graded Endurance Ride Grade 1: Belle Etoile Bolero (Amie Grainger), 11.3kph Grade 2: Hildith Dancing Dream (Julie Scott), 10.9kph Grade 3: Abbery Cornish Messenger (Heidi Clark), 11.3kph; Flurrie (Jeni Gilbert), 13kph; Shermans Riva (Charlotte Strang), 11.3kph Grade 4: Meadowland Mack (Tania Fitton), 11.8kph Completion: Faleh (Linda Reeves), 10.3kph; Orelie Griff (Christopher Fitton), 11.8kph 1 elimination 41kms Graded Endurance Ride (Novice) Grade 1: Qi (Quite Interesting) (Katherine Mills), 9.9kph Grade 3: Altin (Caitlin Reeves), 10.3kph; Georgie Boy (Alicia Reeves), 10.3kph; Oliana Del Azahar (Lynn Malcolm), 9.9kph; Sky’s The Limit (Charlotte Chadwick), 12.9kph Completion: Ammanvalley Comet (Sue Abbott), 10kph; Kaybrook Venus (Amber Sole), 11.3kph 32kms Graded Endurance Ride Grade 2: Macsen (Susan Scarborough), 12kph 1 elimination 32kms Graded Endurance Ride (Novice) Grade 1: Good Time Charlie (Jo Bunyan), 12.1kph; Kernow Sasparilla (Sanguesas) (Tigs Gordon), 10.9kph; Kingston Cove (Ellie Bunyan), 12.1kph; Lolly May (Kelsey Marriott), 12.1kph; Rusheen Blaithin (Mair Bunyan), 11kph; Unbelievable (Gaynor Lavorick), 12.1kph; Wayside Falcon (Helen Ward), 10.4kph Grade 2: Cahergal Pat (Grace Hamilton), 11kph; Itsy (Aline Peat), 14.1kph Completion: Ashurst Bunty (Iona Peat), 14.1kph; Bumble (Mary Holland), 11kph; Jigsaw Puzzle (Claire Parkinson), 14.1kph 3 eliminations CIRENCESTER PARK - DAY 1 (06/06/2014) 50kms Graded Endurance Ride Grade 1: Ptolemaeus (Carol Jones), 11.4kph Grade 3: Cs Shaikh Al Jubail (Susan Buckley), 11.6kph

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Completion: Artizana Tah-Zen (Sue Linney), 11.7kph 50kms Graded Endurance Ride (Novice) Grade 1: Mahbrooka Bint Shuwaimeh (Elaine Fry), 9.2kph Completion: Cwmcae Morgan (Tamzin Furtado), 9.3kph 40kms Graded Endurance Ride Grade 1: Granby Sting (Maureen Langham), 13.1kph; Warrens Hill Troy (Sharon Parr), 11kph Grade 2: Radwaan (Lesley List), 13.7kph Grade 4: Polaris (Georgina Hirst), 13.6kph 40kms Graded Endurance Ride (Novice) Grade 2: Angies Girl (Angie Williams), 13.1kph Grade 3: Blossom I (Caroline Le Butt), 11.1kph Grade 4: Quantock Willoughby (Sally Mellor), 11.1kph 30kms Graded Endurance Ride Grade 1: Espace (Ian Fletcher), 12.5kph; Midnight Star (Rachel Williams), 11.6kph Grade 2: Fighting On (Rachel Tomlin), 11.1kph; Jamal (Andrew Theodorou), 14kph; Spring Steps (Kerri Costello), 12kph; Thistledown (Judith Baynes), 12.6kph Grade 3: Cs Ibn Fiesta (Debbie Williams), 11.6kph; Kal Baishakhi (Rebecca Northover), 11.7kph Grade 4: Gazal (Malcolm Greenaway), 11.6kph; Vlacq Gilfae (Gail Andrews), 10.5kph Completion: Warrens Hill Franchezka (Jackie Lockett), 11.6kph 1 elimination 30kms Graded Endurance Ride (Novice) Grade 1: Binley Silver Spark (Rebecca Gant), 10.8kph; Blaentawe Swallow (Louise Rowlands), 10.1kph; Liquid Desire (Pauline Daley), 13.7kph; Mister Mylo (Lis Jordan), 11.2kph; Mystic Moon River (Clare Heald), 11.9kph; Trowan Max (Frances Hall), 10.7kph Grade 2: Cancan (Denise Nancarrow), 15kph; Frayaa (Lesley Dunn), 11.6kph; Little Bird (Herbie Owen), 10.7kph; Marl Joclyn (Laura Robinson), 10.1kph; Polly I (Carol Fricker), 12.4kph Grade 3: Barabaschi (Paul Daley), 13.7kph; Dinmor Damson (Mary Korn), 11.1kph; Warrens Hill Elanzo (Abigail Taylor), 11.6kph Grade 4: Blue Mile (Edward King), 11.6kph; Sapphire I (Sarah Wearing), 11.9kph Completion: Black Sand (Nicola Ravensford), 12kph; Cavalier Kate (Rhiannon Woods), 12kph; Hs Shaman (Sue Box), 10.8kph; Kalitim (Della Short), 11.8kph; Murthwaite Hardy (Brigit Clacy), 9.2kph;Normandy (Megan Cowell), 9.1kph 1 retired CIRENCESTER PARK - DAY 2 (07/06/2014) 132kms 2 day Competitive Endurance Ride Multi Day 1st: Cinnabar Moth (Susannah Rowe), 11.9kph 1 elimination132kms 2 day Long 2day Graded Endurance Ride Grade 4: Sigmunt (Tracey Walthall), 11kph F.E.I. 2star 122kms Competitive Endurance Ride 1st: Avalon Mirann (Mohd Juma Mohd Ali Al Muhairi), 15.4kph 2nd: Terminators Dream (Dace Sainsbury), 14.6kph 3rd: Shammar (Amy Louis McAuley), 14.6kph 4th: Miss Or (Katie Parkin), 14.6kph 5th: Maarhabi (Rachael Claridge), 14.5kph 4 eliminations and 1 retired F.E.I. 2star 122kms Young Rider Competitive Endurance Ride 1st: Elayla (Katie Bedwin), 14.1kph 102kms Competitive Endurance Ride: Denbigh Slate 1st: Sg Anesstasia (Joanna Gibson), 16.6kph 2nd: Ibn Al Helal (Anita Gordon), 16.5kph 3rd: Sadhira (Katherine Willings), 16.2kph 4th: Hs Parnasse (Gillian Mann), 12.5kph 5th: Vlacq Melika Kayal (Lorraine Flood), 10.2kph

6th: Duchy Mimosa (Martin Voysey), 10.2kph 3 retired 83kms Competitive Endurance Ride: Corinium 1st: Agyl (Stefania Martinoli), 16.3kph 2nd: Aberllwyd Femme Fatalle (Kathy Carr), 16.3kph 3rd: Keryel Lotois (Joanna Chisholm), 13.9kph 4th: Xanthus (Elizabeth Rowland), 13.8kph 5th: Quasar Du Tregor (David Yeoman), 13.2kph 6th: Zarzuela (Christine Wensley), 13.1kph 7th: Medraar (Terence Madden), 12.7kph 8th: Kalaway (Jane James), 12.7kph 3 eliminations 83kms Competitive Endurance Ride: Veteran Horse (17+ Years) 1st: G F A Dainty Dancer (Pauline Higgs), 13.6kph 2nd: Cardinal Panache (Julia Harman), 11.7kph 1 elimination 83kms Competitive Endurance Ride: Young Rider CER 1st: Joyces Choice (Hannah Maskell), 17.1kph 2nd: Autumn’s Child (Becky Bertram), 12kph 3rd: My Marco (Amy Theodorou), 12kph 4th: Marcus Aurelius (Katherine Bertram), 12kph 1 elimination F.E.I. 1star 83kms Competitive Endurance Ride 1st: Shalom de Sercy (Humaid Matar Rashed Al Mazrooei), 15kph 2nd: Bey Sahli (Carri-Ann Dark), 14.9kph 3rd: Druimghigha Luxor (Andrea Champ), 13.1kph 4th: Ghalib Zafir (Emma Martin), 13.1kph 5th: Yawl Hillbilly (Kirsty Wiscombe), 12.6kph 6th: Yawl Hill Kyla (Isobella Fricker), 12.6kph 1 elimination F.E.I. 1star 83kms Young Rider Competitive Endurance Ride 1st: Hazelcroft Gosens Tsar (Charlotte Chadwick), 13.1kph 1 elimination 83kms Graded Endurance Ride Grade 1: Warrens Hill Rubyn (Sarah Rogerson), 13.6kph Grade 2: Pstylistic (Gillian Campbell), 12.5kph 1 elimination and 2 retired 65kms Graded Endurance Ride Grade 1: Orion’s Firefly (Janet Kenward), 11.7kph Grade 2: Becky C (Karen Cadman), 11.2kph; Shaikha Bint Krayaan (Hannah Verkerk), 12.1kph; Shakmari Gold (Lisa Adshead), 13kph Grade 3: Bint Al Reeh Janoob (Greta Verkerk), 12.1kph; M H S Amir El Sudan (Samantha Hunt), 11.2kph Grade 4: Samrah (Tracy Haines), 12.1kph; Scrumpy2 (Anja Brandt), 11.2kph Completion: D’Hab (Kim Sinnott), 11.3kph 2 eliminations and 2 retired CIRENCESTER PARK - DAY 3 (08/06/2014) 80kms Graded Endurance Ride Grade 1: Sheer Bliss (Lorna Kidson), 12kph Grade 2: Druimghigha Lantana (Olwen Bryer), 10.9kph; Spiranthes (Nicholas Tweedie-Smith), 12.8kph; Trigger (Jane Walker), 12.5kph; Warrens Hill Chayze (Harry Ingram), 13kph Completion: Chica Gitano (Alison Knight), 11.8kph; Mehshiv (Lucy Byrom), 12.1kph 1 elimination and 2 retired 67kms Graded Endurance Ride Grade 1: Bright Diamond (Julie Payne), 11.5kph; Sa’da Sekora (Gillian Talbot), 12.6kph Grade 2: Al Raad Bin Jesra (Christine Smyth), 11.8kph; Lateral Thinking (Philippa Jupp), 11.5kph; Orion’s Firefly (Janet Kenward), 11.5kph; Sas I Feel Flirty (Denise Nancarrow), 12.6kph Grade 3: Aleys Cognac (Maurice Whiteley), 12.7kph; C F S Astreled (Nic Wigley), 12.7kph;

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Hs Iliad (Sue Bostelmann), 12.7kph; Menorca (Teresa Longden), 11.6kph; Red House Shamil (Trilby Herriott), 11.8kph Grade 4: Ben Shah (Rachel Judson), 10.3kph; Silvretta Acrobat (Jan Hebblethwaite), 10.2kph; Silvretta Athlete (Catherine Hood), 10.2kph Completion: Ennis (Susan Thomson), 11.6kph; Marbon Malana (Helen Barrett), 10kph 3 eliminations 50kms Graded Endurance Ride Grade 3: Oakleazefarm Czako (Susan Rich), 12.5kph Completion: Oakleazefarm Czamak (Louise Rich), 12.5kph; Roundhills Harvest Shine (Heather Evans), 13.7kph 1 retired 50kms Graded Endurance Ride (Novice) Grade 3: Bobby Q (Shanti Roos), 11kph Completion: Barons Rock (Kat Ingram), 10.9kph 40kms Graded Endurance Ride Grade 1: Aberllwyd Holly Blossom (Penny Rawnsley), 11.1kph; Apollos Tara (Caroline Long), 11.3kph; Ptolemaeus (Carol Jones), 12.9kph Grade 3: Smokey Savannah (Karin Hilton), 12.6kph; Touch Of Frost (Hilary Kaye), 12.6kph Grade 4: Bright Dawn (Abigail Tennant), 10.4kph; Cathael Dai Jones (Elizabeth Watts), 10.1kph; Irshaad (Christopher Baker), 11.3kph; Pebbles I (Alison Cook), 14.4kph; Zahkira (Linda Herriott), 13.9kph Completion: Ballydoolagh Alfie (Jeni Gilbert), 11.5kph; Paramal (Helen Gipson), 12.7kph; Puleski (Charlotte Robinson), 10.3kph; Siiberia (Sue Loveridge), 10.3kph; Simeric Solaman (Julia Harman), 11.5kph 1 retired 40kms Graded Endurance Ride (Novice) Grade 1: Cariad Charisma (Nicola Smith), 10.1kph; Cilieni Cherry (Meryl Thomas), 13.9kph; Coco (Jessica Griffin), 11.2kph; Montanna (Ann-Marie Pelc), 11kph; Requiem (Will Kittow), 11.5kph; Sky Indigo (Donna Taylor), 9.7kph Grade 2: Velucius (Juliet Martin), 12.3kph Grade 3: Sheridan (Kay Jones), 11.5kph; Z T Richshakfy (Elizabeth White), 11.2kph Grade 4: Goldcrest Whitsun Dancer (Camilla Mascall), 12.6kph; Spyros (Suzanne Cruise), 11kph Completion: Acorn N’kira (Karen Davies), 10.1kph; Nyrobi (Anna Williams), 12kph 1 elimination 30kms Graded Endurance Ride Grade 1: Chlione (Susan Middleton), 11.9kph Grade 2: Thistledown (Judith Baynes), 12.6kph; W L A Elektra (Gail Jupp), 11.3kph; Wolferlow Dakota (Karen Jones), 12.8kph Grade 3: Malthouse Maiden Ray (Karen Whittington), 11.9kph Grade 4: Cs Ibn Fiesta (Debbie Williams), 12.5kph; Kal Baishakhi (Rebecca Northover), 13.5kph Completion: Kolinka Of Dragonmead (Karen Greig), 13.5kph 2 retired 30kms Graded Endurance Ride (Novice) Grade 1: Blackie (Daniel Glaister), 11.6kph; Blyfleet Nicky (Brenda Henney), 12.7kph; Liquid Desire (Pauline Daley), 13.2kph; Midnight Madness (Tanya Sherwood), 12.7kph; Systemaatic Golden Girl (Abigail Summerfield), 14.6kph Grade 2: Angies Girl (Angie Williams), 12.3kph; Barabaschi (Paul Daley), 13.2kph; Cwmceffyl Autumn Breeze (Alison Smale), 14.6kph; Foxcourt Tiamarrie (Sharon Jones), 14.6kph; Little Murphy (Maxine Curtis), 12.7kph; Mister Mylo (Lis George), 12.3kph; Sadegah (Sarah Williams), 12.3kph; Slow Train Coming (Jane Griffiths), 11.6kph Grade 3: Azaleah (Rachael Cratchley), 10.3kph; Lord Albert (Wendy Treble), 12.7kph

Grade 4: Gafros Minstrel (Jacqui Kenward), 11.6kph; Sachiya (Mary Stubbs), 10.3kph; Spola From Old Hills (Janet Fentiman), 11.7kph Completion: Flighty Princess Arabella (Patrycja Kiedrowska), 12.2kph; Zyta (Gaynor Rose), 10.9kph 1 elimination EZEIZA ARGENTIA JUNE DAY 1 (13/06/2014) F.E.I. 1star 80kms FEI Competitive Endurance Ride Completion: L M Zan Naphl (Nicola Thorne), 14.1kph EZEIZA ARGENTINA JUNE DAY 2 (14/06/2014) F.E.I. 2star 120kms FEI Competitive Endurance Ride 3rd: L M Bolena (Nicola Thorne), 17kph S.E.R.C. SEACLIFF FEI (14/06/2014) F.E.I. 2star 120kms FEI 2 star Competitive Endurance Ride 1st: H S Drift (Carri-Ann Dark), 16.1kph 2nd: Maraday Mystaron (Linda Cowperthwaite), 14.9kph 3 eliminations F.E.I. 1star 80kms FEI 1* Competitive Endurance Ride 1st: Open T’ Offers (Rachael Cratchley), 14.6kph 2nd: Cloughwood Gold Spankle (Lorna Hogg), 13.3kph 3rd: Jvl Sergeant C Marshall (Michelle Carthy (Irl)), 12.7kph 2 eliminations THE PIDDLE RIDE (15/06/2014) 66kms Graded Endurance Ride Grade 1: Aberllwyd Briar Rose (Alison House), 13kph Grade 2: Beths Choice (Lynn Harvey), 12.8kph Grade 3: Aa Talika (Judy Holloway), 12.9kph 45kms Graded Endurance Ride Grade 1: Merlyn (Elizabeth Whiteley), 11.6kph

Grade 3: Khatanga (Linda Barnes), 14kph Grade 4: Distance Oasis (Heather Whiteley), 11.6kph; Ja Noor (Susan Speed), 12.9kph Completion: Desert Thorn (Fiona Faulkner), 11.8kph 1 elimination and 2 retired 45kms Graded Endurance Ride (Novice) Grade 1: Warrens Hill Zhaheen (Liz Ashmead), 11.2kph Grade 2: Ht Orient (Shelley Bates), 12.5kph; Psyngari (Piers Geddes), 12.7kph Completion: Al Tinnin (Abigail Julier), 12.7kph; Perfect Sky (Mark De Greeff), 11.2kph 1 elimination 33kms Graded Endurance Ride Grade 1: Samsara Kabir (Tony Griffin), 12.6kph Grade 2: Majestic Omar (Barbara Coombs), 12.9kph; Solomons Ikey (Trish Griffin), 12.6kph Grade 3: Mahbrooka Bint Shuwaimeh (Elaine Fry), 12.9kph Grade 4: Bonnie Sonata (Caroline Bennetts), 12.6kph; Kingsby Nutmeg (Mary Hannah), 11kph 33kms Graded Endurance Ride (Novice) Grade 1: Binley Silver Spark (Rebecca Gant), 10.7kph; Georgia (Jenny Bath), 9.9kph; Kilbeg Flash (Carole Portlock), 11.6kph; Salsola (Ann Farley), 14.3kph; Spotless (Stephen Blackwell), 13.5kph; Vlacq Hadiyah Kayal (Nicola Pell), 11.8kph; Zafhir (Morag Webb), 10.1kph Grade 2: Hs Belita (Mr Oliver Blackwell), 14.3kph; Luna (Hope Mahlich), 14.3kph; Razzle And Role (Frances Brayford), 10.7kph; Venus (Carol Sobucinska), 11.6kph; Vlacq Majid (Gemma Bishop), 13.9kph Grade 3: Its Me Alfie (Graham Wright), 11.5kph; Kingsby Elderberry (Tasmin Bye), 11kph; Meg (Kathy Westby), 9.9kph; Stardust (Miss Anne Bolton), 9.9kph Grade 4: Firyuza (Annette Hansford), 11.4kph; Red House Gaia (Susannah Rowe), 12.6kph Completion: Kalitim (Della Short), 11.1kph 1 elimination and 2 retired

KEY DATES 2014 Annual General Meeting 22nd November Daventry Court Hotel, 12 noon (unless otherwise advised) Daventry

Receipt of National Ride Proposal Forms 17th October 24th October

Receipt of Members’ Proposals for AGM In writing to Company Secretary at Stoneleigh Office before 5pm on 26th September

Board of Directors Meetings 18th/19th January 8th March 24th May 19th July 27th September 22nd/23rd November

Nominations for the Board of Directors In writing to Company Secretary at Stoneleigh Office before 5pm on 26th September Nominations for Unsung Hero, John Yeats Bursary &Young Volunteer of the year awards 31st October Receipt of FEI & Major Ride Proposals 12th September

Ride Fixtures meeting 25th October

Volunteers Conference (For Groups, Ride Organisers, Health & Safety South – 1st February Representatives & Technical Stewards) North – 15th February Groups Meeting - 25th October

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