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| Author(s): | Neylan, John;
Stubbs, Arthur |
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| Title: | Turf racing surfaces: Determining the best evaluation method |
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| Section: | Racecourses
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| Source: | Turf Craft International. Vol. 65, March/April 1999, p. 63-66. |
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| Publishing Information: | Port Melbourne, Victoria, Australia: Agricultural Publishers Pty. Ltd. |
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| # of Pages: | 4 |
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| Keywords: | TIC Keywords: Race tracks; Surfaces; Evaluative methods; Clegg Impact Test
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| Geographic Terms: | Australia |
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| Abstract/Contents: | Highlights the fact that race course conditions in Australia are often measured by subjective means as opposed to using accurate equipment by which conditions can be quantified. Describes results of studies which have been conducted investigating horse injury as related to the racing surface. Details the use of the Clegg Impact Soil Tester (CIT) to diagnose surface hardness, and possible modifications to make to the device so it could be used on racetracks (i.e. using a 2.25-2.5kg weight dropped from 1m). Also mentions uses of a penetrometer to measure course ratings. Lists several recommendations to more objectively measure course conditions. |
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| Language: | English |
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| References: | 0 |
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| Note: | Pictures, b/w |
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| ASA/CSSA/SSSA Citation (Crop Science-Like - may be incomplete):
Neylan, J., and A. Stubbs. 1999. Turf racing surfaces: Determining the best evaluation method. Turf Craft Int. 65:p. 63-66. |
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