sighthound Wrote:
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> Ever hear of antibodies, Chuck?

Correct, with EPO (or at least with certain forms of it) there is an antibody trail. EPO went through an evolution right at about the time Plech experienced his die off. There were natural and synthetic variations. One had more severe side effects, though I can't remember which. You would think it would be synthetic, but I'm far less certain of that.

The thing you have to keep in mind, is that once someone gets involved with tinkering chemically and has success they are going to keep on the subject even if certain doors become closed to them. The whole chemical performance issue is really very simple. Its about blood, oxygen, fuel and fatigue. Plech lost those horses in 2002 due to tinkering with those variables. I assure you with the success they have had, they are not done tinkering and those last two efforts by Lawyer Ron, especially yesterday, coupled with Plech's pre race comments indicate to me they are into the next phase. With Ron they have a wonderful subject. I'm sure some will try to maintain that Ron's new exercise rider and patient style are what wore Wandering Boy out.

That race off the Whitney, was amazing. Interpret it as you wish.