RC#: 19-071
Status: Posted 30 July 18
| Name: | FEI |
| ADS #: | |
| Subject: | Allow higher bridges in Cones |
| Rule #: | CD 973 |
| Current Wording | Article 973 Obstacles 4. Water and bridges 4.4. Wooden bridges, or bridges of similar suitable construction approved by the Technical Delegate, with fan shaped wings at the entrance, with the bridge surface not more than 20 cm above the ground, with a usable width of three metres, and a maximum length of ten metres are permitted and boarded or rail sides are essential. The Technical Delegate may grant exceptions if the Bridge is of a permanent solid construction with strong side rails. There must be a pair of Cones at the entrance (flag lettered A) and exit (flag lettered B) with the Cones at least 2.0m apart. |
| New Wording: | Article 973 Obstacles 4. Water and bridges 4.4. Wooden bridges, or bridges of similar suitable construction approved by the Technical Delegate, with fan shaped wings at the entrance, with the bridge surface not more than 35 cm above the ground, with a usable width of three metres, and a maximum length of ten metres are permitted and boarded or rail sides are essential. The Technical Delegate may grant exceptions if the Bridge is of a permanent solid construction with strong side rails. There must be a pair of Cones at the entrance (flag lettered A) and exit (flag lettered B) with the Cones at least 2.0m apart. |
| Reason for Change: | This change is to give more flexibility to OCs to build new bridges to make the competition more appealing for spectators and Athletes. This also applies for the FEI Driving World CupTMPlease note: This RCP originates from the FEI not the ADS. It has been Proposed but not yet Approved, and therefore may be changed or withdrawn by the FEI. It may impact the ADS if approved by the FEI. Members have the opportunity to provide feedback on the impact the RCP would have on the ADS if it is approved by the FEI and adopted by the ADS. |