Information for Drivers
Pony Measurement
Ponies will be measured following Appendix J of the 2009 USEF Combined Driving rules, which say that a USEF licensed TD along with the competition vet and/or a judge will conduct measurements.
914.2 Height
Driving Ponies must not exceed 148 cm without shoes, or 149 cm with shoes. All Driving Horses over these heights are classified as Horses. Driving Ponies in Pairs and Four in Hands may not be less than 108 cm without shoes, or 109 cm with shoes. Single Ponies and Tandems must not be less than 120cms without shoes, 121cms with shoes.
It is the responsibility of the competitorsÂ’ National Federation to ensure that ponies competing comply with the above criteria.
Please note that if your pony does not have a permanent measurement card issued by the USEF you will need to get your pony measured at the show. Ponies under 8 years old will be issued temporary measurement cards valid for the current competition year. Ponies over 8 years old and over will be issued permanent measurement cards by the USEF.
Horse of the Year Awards
Additionally, standings for the FEI North American Challenge are located here.
