Re: how long is the average t'bred? (589 Views)
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bobphilo (IP Logged)
Date: October 23, 2006 02:26PM
In "Handicapping Speed" Charles Carrol says that the commonly accepted measure of 10 feet only applies if you're racing Clydesdales. Thoroughbreds are closer to 8 feet. Which also corresponds to how much ground a horse losses for each extra path on a turn.
Bob