Suggested by: Ted Campbell
Current wording:
940.2 Bandages and Brushing Boots
2.1 Bandages and Brushing Boots are not permitted in Dressage. Failure to comply will
result in 10 penalty points.
Suggested wording:
940.2 Leg, Hoof, Foot Apparatus
2.1 Bandages and Brushing Boots are not permitted to be used in Dressage.
Failure to comply will result in 10 penalty points. At ADS-Recognized Events, this
also applies to overreach boots and hoof boots.
Member Name: Theresa Leal Membership #: 1201060
ReplyDelete, RCP#:10
I really object to no hoof boots. My horses are barefoot & depending on the footing in the arena, may need their boots.
My name is: Tamara Woodcock
ReplyDeleteMy member number is: 017580
#10: no. Considering the footing in some of the dressage courts and associated warm up areas I have competed in, hoof boots (easy boots, old macs, sneakers, etc) could very well be a horsemanship issue, allowing some to not end up with damaged feet from bad footing. Hoof boots function the same as nailed on shoes and should be allowed in all phases of competition.
Carol Ilacqua
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RCP #10 Article: CD 940.2.1 re: boots
I agree with the proposed change.
support - Dana Bright ADS # 4436
ReplyDeleteRCP#10 no. I agree that bandages and boots applied to the leg should not be allowed but today’s modern hoof boots often allow barefoot horses to compete in unfavorable footing. Some may argue that hoof boots are apt to come off, twist etc but horse shoes also come off and twist. It is my opinion that hoof boots are analogous to horse shoes and if you ban one then you must ban the other. Hoof boots should be permitted.
ReplyDeleteThank you for your efforts to make carriage driving a better sport!
Carol Hunter
ADS #12335
RCP #10 – I do not support this change.
ReplyDeleteHoof boots are the same as steel shoes. If you allow nailed on shoes, you should allow hoof boots. If you are going to disallow hoof boots, you should also disallow all types of shoes. IN fact, in the reason for the change >>>”or any apparatus applied to the leg, foot or hoof of the equine is not permitted in Dressage” reads to include nailed, clipped or glued on shoes.
My horses have excellent feet and run barefoot. I have hoof boots to use when protection is needed. If hoof boots are prohibited, the association is prohibiting my ability to care for my mare when she needs hoof protection. This would reduce the number of events I could attend each year given the terrain at some local venues.
ADS member number 20191947
Rebecca Burkheart
Member Name: Patricia Anselm ADS# 13621
ReplyDeleteRCP #10 – I am opposed to this change since many people are opting for hoof boots rather than traditional shoes. The existing wording is adequate for protection of horses while the proposed change defies advancements in hoof care.
Morgan Pevonka
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OBJECTION to RCP # 10: I do not support this rule change proposal, specifically as it seeks to ban the use of any type of “hoof boots” in dressage. Hoof boot technology has come a long way in recent years. Lower profile, close-fitting rubber boots that are glued on are becoming increasingly popular in a variety of equine sports. I am familiar with two brands, Equine Fusion 24/7s and Scootboots “skins”, but I’m sure there are others. They are reset every trim cycle, and function the same as shoes. Do they protect the sole of the hoof? Yes, that’s the point. But, pads can be added to any nail-on shoe to do the same thing. Many horse owners are choosing not to use nail-on shoes, and hoof boots are providing a viable alternative. They are recommended by many vets and farriers. Whether there is a medical reason that a hoof cannot hold a nail-on shoe, or simply the owner’s preference, I think they should be allowed.
Rochelle Temple
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RCP 10: Do not agree - current rule should stand. Hoof boots should be allowed and are currently allowed.
Esther R Wright ( Boots)
ReplyDeleteLife member #5200
#10 no
ADS number 12039070 - Leslie Granger
ReplyDeleteRCP#10 - Agreed
Kevin & Marcia Fetherston - ADS Member # 3797240
ReplyDeleteRCP#10. Article CD940.2.1
I agree
Submitted by Ann McClure ADS #1190
ReplyDeleteArticle RCP #10 – I like that Ted tried to clarify the rule which I appreciate. Hoof boots should be allowed for the benefit of the horse.
Cheryl Pratt Rivers ADS# 032720 on proposed rule changes for 2021
ReplyDeleteI write to comment on proposed rule changes for 2021. I am a long time driver who has competed in both Pleasure Shows and CDEs from the training to the advanced level and have competed in Europe as well. I have attended several world championships as a spectator as well.
I am embarrassed that I have never paid much attention to rule change proposals before. This year though you have gotten my attention and I am writing with a sense of urgency and a deep disappointment at the direction of a couple of the changes. I appreciate the effort that people put into these changes, and support most of them. I oppose those that I believe will discourage and reduce participation in our sport which I believe is at risk for survival.
RCP#10- Support
Name: Tracey Turner
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RCP #10
I support this rule change.
I am against rule change #10 as written.
ReplyDeleteIf a competitor works their equine in hoof boots instead of metal shoes l feel they woukd be allowed to use the boots in dressage.
Diane Kern
#3620
Tracey Morgan
ReplyDeleteADS # 13258
RCP #10 opposed
Hoof boots offer no competitive advantage over the equine being shod. If hoof boots are a better choice for equine or the owner they should be allowed to make that choice.
Elfleda Powell ADS Member #2926400
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Modern hoof boots provide the same protection as do steel or glue-on
shoes. My horse needs hoof boots and wears them whenever she is at work.
When we want to compete, I must get nail on shoes for her. What is it
about boots that makes them unacceptable when shoes are allowed? What is
the rationale for prohibiting a hoof boot but allowing a shoe?
Pamela Miller 8007 RCP 10
ReplyDeleteOpposed. There is a big contingent that go barefoot and only use the boots for hard ground. While most dressage arenas are well groomed people should have the choice to use hoof boots. They offer no advantage to the user. It is the same protection shoes and pads. Might be helpful on asphalt but not issue in dressage
Katie Twohy ADS Membership number is 624800
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I do not support this rule change proposal, specifically as it seeks to ban the use of any type of “hoof boots” in dressage. Whether there is a medical reason that a hoof cannot hold a nail-on shoe, or simply the owner’s preference, I think they should be allowed
NAME: ERICA ROBB
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RCP# 10: Oppose. Hoof boots provide no competitive advantage and protect the hoof with minimal covering of the leg, which should be visible for observation and examination.
Kasey Ashley, my ADS member number 11536.
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I agree
RCP#10
ReplyDeleteTasha Wilkie ADS #8572
Oppose
Member Name: Membership #: RCP#:
ReplyDeleteSheri Haviza #13248
RCP#!0
Not allowing boots may be a hardship for someone's particular situation. I think allowing the TD or ground jury to make exceptions should be allowed. I know of a driver who's mule had a healed crack in the navicular and was fine wearing hoof boots.
With the struggles that the driving sport is having at this time I feel changes to the rulebook should be encouraging drivers, not making rules that will make a choice of spending alot of money or not competing anymore. This sport can not survive if we do not help promote it for the average person. This should not be a sport for the rich. Not every driver has employees to bring for grooms and ground crews. Several of us share navigators and help each other that would not be able to compete otherwise.
RCP 10
ReplyDeleteI agree with the RCP. It is good to explain this. I believe that our current rule against bandages and brushing boots also includes hoof boots, even though they are currently not spelled out. Also in ridden dressage clearly hoof boots are not allowed. I think, if the horse can go barefoot at home and in his stall all day long, 10 minutes in a decent dressage arena should not hurt his feet either. I have always read the current rule accordingly - and plan to do so also in the future - unless somebody convinces me differently or it is spelled out that hoof boots are allowed. If - however - the footing is not proper in the dressage arena (or also in the warm-up arena) I have always been willing to make an exception and allow hoof boots on such an occasions on requests and plan to do so also in the future. I appreciate and support this RCP.
hardy zantke Member ID: 1187