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By Special Agent · Posted
NZTR conducted a synthetic track review in September 2024. There were positive points raised but it was noted that in New Zealand there were more fractures on synthetic than turf. An independent report was sought in November 2024 with the report due out mid-2025. To refresh you see below:- The review, to be led by Massey University, will involve independent world-leading experts from the Racing Surfaces Testing Laboratory, based out of The University of Kentucky. The review will analyse all existing data as well as carry out additional testing to better understand the performance of New Zealand’s synthetic tracks. The current stated objectives of the review are: Provide a concise summary of the hoof limb interaction on synthetic and turf tracks based on the published literature Provide a description of the synthetic tracks in New Zealand, their physical properties, the management techniques employed and the current metrics on horse use and performance -
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By Special Agent · Posted
If this is always the case, I don't understand it either. Human nature was to the fore during Covid and it sure brought out the nastiness in some. God forbid you have a different view point. I think there are trainers who have voted with their feet but, there are definitely consequences of doing so. I don't think anyone should cower to the few you mention who were both pro-AWT at Riccarton. However, it's a bit like the corner shop taking on the supermarket, and I get it, some trainers just want to train rather than argue with an un-equine. If the AWT's are as safe as houses, share the proof, the research and report has probably cost plenty. I don't think such a request is unreasonable if paid for with industry money. -
By supporter61 · Posted
Why are you in the dark ? Where do you think the information in regards to damage to the horses is going to come from? -
By Special Agent · Posted
As everything goes off topic, I thought one major objection to the AWT's is the potential short term and long term damage to the horse, and that the unseen "report" was going to address this. For all we know, repetitive working and racing on these surfaces, particularly poorly maintained ones, may be a worse animal welfare scenario than any other single action with a race horse. Until we are enlightened by way of a much anticipated report, we are all in the dark. One wonders the reason for delay, meanwhile south island horses have little option of track surface available. One thing is certain, warnings were given but not heeded regarding the industry not being able to fund ongoing maintenance.
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