Barrel Racing

Pattern consists of 3 barrels placed in a triangle.  Ideal distances are 30yard base (1st to 2nd barrel) and 35yard sides (from both 1st or 2nd barrel to the 3rd barrel).  Distances may be adjusted proportionally to adapt to the size of the arena and running conditions.

Horse and rider may enter from either side as long as pattern is not broken, and exit is made between the two front barrels. Pattern consists of a cloverleaf beginning to the left (left turn, right turn, right turn) or to the right (right turn, left turn, left turn) run around the barrels.

No barrel shall be placed closer than 15 feet from the fence.

Five (5) second penalty for knocking over a barrel OR for any barrel left standing that was moved out of pattern due to a rider using his/her hand(s) on it in an attempt to leave it standing.

Touching of the barrel by the rider is permissible.