manawatu pony club derby cross day
MANAWATU PONY CLUB DERBY CROSS DAY Saturday 24th March 2018 Start time (approx) 50cm at 10am To be held at MPC XC Course, Old West Rd, Palmerston North With the kind permission of Massey University $40 per class (includes $10 ground levy) Entries on Equestrian Entries Secretary: Jo Taylor 0272807263 [email protected] Class
Class
Max Height
1
Pre-Training MPC Riders only
80cm
2
Pre-Training 18 years & over
80cm
3
Pre-Training Under 18 years
80cm
4
Intro MPC Riders only
65cm
5
Intro: 18 years and over
65cm
6
Intro: Under 18 years (no MPC riders who have ridden the course before)
65cm
7
Pre-Intro MPC Riders only
50cm
8
Pre-Intro: 18 years & over
50cm
9
Pre-Intro: Under 18 years
50cm
The event is designed to test riders speed and accuracy of show jumping, combined with the bravery and endurance of cross country, in a friendly atmosphere. The riders will jump a short show jumping round and then go straight out to the XC. The course will be measured for an optimum time, which is slower than a normal cross country, but a bit quicker than for show jumping. The show jumping penalty system is used for all the obstacles (see over for rules), and any ties are decided by the closest to the optimum time. At the conclusion of each class, riders have the option to ride the xc course again, but it won’t be timed or judged. Riders can either ride the same level or the level above (not allowed if they were eliminated in the first round) MPC riders have had extensive use of the course over the last 6 weeks, therefore these riders will be in a separate class. Ribbons to 6th place.
RULES Derby Cross Rail -- 4 points 1st Refusal -- 4 points 2nd Refusal at same fence -- 8 points (Riders can ride on after 2 refusals (they will be eliminated for missed jump but they can attempt the rest of the course) 3rd refusal same fence – Elimination Combinations numbered AB in the show jumping must be jumped under show jumping rules. XC ABs jumped under XC rules (ie only the B element needs to be jumped) If you stop at a show jump fence and it has to be rebuilt, the clock does NOT stop. Fall of Competitor: If non serious the rider may remount, second fall elimination. Fall of Horse -- Elimination 5 Refusals in Whole Course – Elimination Exceeding optimum time (per second) – 1 point Exceeding time limit (double optimum time) -- Elimination The optimum time will be posted at the start and your time with your results. The optimum time is slower than xc time and any ties will be decided by how close riders are to the optimum time. If you are eliminated in the first round, you are not allowed to ride at a higher level.
CONDITIONS OF ENTRY 1. Competitors and Spectators enter the grounds at their own risk. 2. Absolutely no dogs or elimination will apply and you will be told to leave the grounds immediately 3. Horses and Ponies must be 4 years old on the 1st Aug 2017 4. NZPCA approved hard hats and back numbers must be worn at all times while mounted. 5. Back Protectors and long sleeves must be worn during the Derby Cross competition. 6. We will have a small number of Back protectors to borrow ($20 bond), but you must advice the Secretary before the closing date (include the size). 7. Random Gear Checks will be carried out throughout the entire competition. 8. Refunds less 20% if notified before 23rd March 2018. 9. Cancellations MPC face book page from 7am onwards. 10. A competitor eliminated on the derby course must retire and walk home. 11. Non Pony Club Members must read and sign the agreement for Casual membership on the day. 12. All entries to be accompanied by correct entry fee and paid prior to the start of competition. 13. Prize giving at the end of each class. 14. No camping is available on the grounds. If you require overnight accommodation, please contact either Tielcey Park: 06 3533533 (Mon—Fri 9am-12 noon. Email [email protected] or Manfeild Park: 06 3232422 15.
The Organisers reserve the right to make any changes they consider necessary.
Class
Max Height
1
Pre-Training MPC Riders only
80cm
2
Pre-Training 18 years & over
80cm
3
Pre-Training Under 18 years
80cm
4
Intro MPC Riders only
65cm
5
Intro: 18 years and over
65cm
6
Intro: Under 18 years (no MPC riders who have ridden the course before)
65cm
7
Pre-Intro MPC Riders only
50cm
8
Pre-Intro: 18 years & over
50cm
9
Pre-Intro: Under 18 years
50cm
The event is designed to test riders speed and accuracy of show jumping, combined with the bravery and endurance of cross country, in a friendly atmosphere. The riders will jump a short show jumping round and then go straight out to the XC. The course will be measured for an optimum time, which is slower than a normal cross country, but a bit quicker than for show jumping. The show jumping penalty system is used for all the obstacles (see over for rules), and any ties are decided by the closest to the optimum time. At the conclusion of each class, riders have the option to ride the xc course again, but it won’t be timed or judged. Riders can either ride the same level or the level above (not allowed if they were eliminated in the first round) MPC riders have had extensive use of the course over the last 6 weeks, therefore these riders will be in a separate class. Ribbons to 6th place.
RULES Derby Cross Rail -- 4 points 1st Refusal -- 4 points 2nd Refusal at same fence -- 8 points (Riders can ride on after 2 refusals (they will be eliminated for missed jump but they can attempt the rest of the course) 3rd refusal same fence – Elimination Combinations numbered AB in the show jumping must be jumped under show jumping rules. XC ABs jumped under XC rules (ie only the B element needs to be jumped) If you stop at a show jump fence and it has to be rebuilt, the clock does NOT stop. Fall of Competitor: If non serious the rider may remount, second fall elimination. Fall of Horse -- Elimination 5 Refusals in Whole Course – Elimination Exceeding optimum time (per second) – 1 point Exceeding time limit (double optimum time) -- Elimination The optimum time will be posted at the start and your time with your results. The optimum time is slower than xc time and any ties will be decided by how close riders are to the optimum time. If you are eliminated in the first round, you are not allowed to ride at a higher level.
CONDITIONS OF ENTRY 1. Competitors and Spectators enter the grounds at their own risk. 2. Absolutely no dogs or elimination will apply and you will be told to leave the grounds immediately 3. Horses and Ponies must be 4 years old on the 1st Aug 2017 4. NZPCA approved hard hats and back numbers must be worn at all times while mounted. 5. Back Protectors and long sleeves must be worn during the Derby Cross competition. 6. We will have a small number of Back protectors to borrow ($20 bond), but you must advice the Secretary before the closing date (include the size). 7. Random Gear Checks will be carried out throughout the entire competition. 8. Refunds less 20% if notified before 23rd March 2018. 9. Cancellations MPC face book page from 7am onwards. 10. A competitor eliminated on the derby course must retire and walk home. 11. Non Pony Club Members must read and sign the agreement for Casual membership on the day. 12. All entries to be accompanied by correct entry fee and paid prior to the start of competition. 13. Prize giving at the end of each class. 14. No camping is available on the grounds. If you require overnight accommodation, please contact either Tielcey Park: 06 3533533 (Mon—Fri 9am-12 noon. Email [email protected] or Manfeild Park: 06 3232422 15.
The Organisers reserve the right to make any changes they consider necessary.
