Western Fair Raceway - Race 8

Blinkers

A hood worn on a horse’s head to limit side vision, which can improve concentration. Blinkers are added or removed to relax a horse or give it more focus.

Tack

The equipment the horse wears, including saddle and bridle. A jockey typically has their own racing saddle, placed on each horse they ride just before the race.

Exercise Rider

A rider built much like a jockey but is employed for exercising and working out horses in the morning.