©Roger Fitzhardinge

By Roger Fitzhardinge

Early morning drizzle cleared to what became a spectacular first day for The Rider’s Series. This is the second show of The Rider’s Series format that has been held in Sydney.  All the classes were well subscribed with over 300 horses attending, class heights ranged from 60cm to 1.40m.

©Roger Fitzhardinge

The Rider’s Series (TRS) was developed purely with the aim of producing riders and horses without relying on monetary sponsorship. TRS now has a good following of supporters in the way of businesses and individuals that support the show through donation of product. The goal of this series is to provide riders with shows that will guarantee good footing, course building, and equipment without having to incur the vast expenses of travelling interstate.

The chief course designer John Vallance excelled himself by supplying fantastic sets of equipment for each ring, which was further enhanced with colourful flower boxes.  Some of these jumps had not been seen before. The open water jump was also supplied which is something that riders and horses need continuous exposure to.

Day one consists of A2 speed classes and the day two format features jump off classes in all arenas.

The 3 rings situated close together makes for perfect atmosphere with easy listening background music completing the setting. Tables and chairs between the two arenas offer refuge for competitors and spectators.

This user-friendly show is definitely one to put on your calendar.

©Roger Fitzhardinge 

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