- 2015 RCS #
- 04
- Summary
- To encourage Intermediate drivers to try ADS Advanced
- Date Received
- 24Mar14
- Proponent
- Terry Merritt
- Change Date
- 2015
- Status
- Open for comments – 5May2014
- Activity
- Initial Posting: 5May 2014
Current Wording – Article CD937.1.1 (partial)
At ADS-recognized events, drivers may use a two- or four-wheeled vehicle for single horse/pony/VSE classes. For divisions other than ADS Advanced, a groom is optional for single horse and pony drivers in Dressage and Cones Competitions only and also in Marathon for all single equine turnouts less than 120 cm.
Suggested Wording
At ADS-recognized events, drivers may use a two- or four-wheeled vehicle for single horse/pony/VSE classes. For divisions other than ADS Advanced A groom is optional for single horse and pony drivers in Dressage and Cones Competitions only and also in Marathon for all single equine turnouts less than 120 cm.
Reason for change
To encourage current Intermediate athletes to try competing at the ADS Advanced level without incurring the expense of possibly having to purchase a different vehicle and harness and possibly horse trailer.