TAMPA: Meet-Up Thread

[Cannon Shell]

As usual, a moral victory.

I thought that she ran well considering the traffic she encountered. The #1 quitting so badly on the turn kind of eliminated any chance we would have had at sneaking up the rail. She did finish strong once clear and was probably best. But on the turf more luck is required than on the dirt and we simply had none. She was closer to the pace than usual which may be a combination of a easy pace and the addition of blinkers. I would like her to settle a little more than she did today and may open up her blinkers next time (cut the cups smaller) The turf does have a little give in it so the fractions may be a bit quicker than they seem.

I am not sure that we will run back on the 15th in the same race because I am a bit concerned with giving back all the weight that she has put on. She gets a bit worked up before the race and takes quite a while to settle down afterwards which translates to a big effort for her. Though the sheets will knock her for saving ground, they also wont take into consideration the trouble she encountered. I believe that she ran as well today as she has before and probably has a little more improvement in her, especially if she can settle before, during and after the race. I would be inclined to keep her in the same company and would not mind if the race was a little further.

As always it was great to see the Tampa regulars and meet the new faces. The DT crew had its typical nice turnout and was well represented at the windows as usual. I think that KnS was worth the claim and looks like we have a pretty live filly with all sorts of conditions to look forward to racing.

[31lengths]

http://share.shutterfly.com/action/w...2csXSg&notag=1

hope this works.

[BillW]

Originally Posted by 31lengths

http://share.shutterfly.com/action/w...2csXSg&notag=1

hope this works.

Works fine here - nice pics!

[31lengths]

Just wanted to say thanks to Chuck and Steve and EVERYONE involved.
A couple of dreams came true today.

[31lengths]

Originally Posted by BillW

Works fine here - nice pics!

thanks. hope everyone likes them. some may have been blurry.

[31lengths]

Originally Posted by 31lengths

http://share.shutterfly.com/action/w...2csXSg&notag=1

hope this works.

there should be 27 pictures in this album. let me know if you're not seeing all of them.

[GBBob]

Originally Posted by Cannon Shell

As usual, a moral victory.

I thought that she ran well considering the traffic she encountered. The #1 quitting so badly on the turn kind of eliminated any chance we would have had at sneaking up the rail. She did finish strong once clear and was probably best. But on the turf more luck is required than on the dirt and we simply had none. She was closer to the pace than usual which may be a combination of a easy pace and the addition of blinkers. I would like her to settle a little more than she did today and may open up her blinkers next time (cut the cups smaller) The turf does have a little give in it so the fractions may be a bit quicker than they seem.

I am not sure that we will run back on the 15th in the same race because I am a bit concerned with giving back all the weight that she has put on. She gets a bit worked up before the race and takes quite a while to settle down afterwards which translates to a big effort for her. Though the sheets will knock her for saving ground, they also wont take into consideration the trouble she encountered. I believe that she ran as well today as she has before and probably has a little more improvement in her, especially if she can settle before, during and after the race. I would be inclined to keep her in the same company and would not mind if the race was a little further.

As always it was great to see the Tampa regulars and meet the new faces. The DT crew had its typical nice turnout and was well represented at the windows as usual. I think that KnS was worth the claim and looks like we have a pretty live filly with all sorts of conditions to look forward to racing.

Chuck..That race was a microcosm of your 2007...good start, trouble in the middle and a nice finish.

Here's an early New Year's Toast to a great 2008 for all your horses and partners

[Cannon Shell]

Originally Posted by GBBob

Chuck..That race was a microcosm of your 2007...good start, trouble in the middle and a nice finish.

Here's an early New Year's Toast to a great 2008 for all your horses and partners

A good analogy. Next year I would like to show early speed, control all the pace and widen in the lane.

[PSH]

Originally Posted by Cannon Shell

A good analogy. Next year I would like to show early speed, control all the pace and widen in the lane.

Chuck and Bob:

I agree. 2007 was somewhat of a tough year but it is ending on a promising note.... The first few months might be slow in 2008 with KnS representing us. As we turn to Spring the babies will be coming north and Sumwon will be preparing for her comeback. Expect us to be a little off the pace and around the turn make a powerful move to propel us in the winners circle. Happy New Year to all and a healthy and safe 2008 for everyone.

PSH

[ddthetide]

thanks for the great pictures! looked like everyone had a good time.
great job by chuck and the rest of the team. we can't wait see her next run.

[Riot]

As usual, a moral victory.

Philosophical question ... if we prove to the racing gods that we have no morals, would we then get the other kind of victory?

Signed,
Contemplative in Kentucky

[Swale84]

Originally Posted by Mumtaz

Philosophical question ... if we prove to the racing gods that we have no morals, would we then get the other kind of victory?

Signed,
Contemplative in Kentucky

shouldn't the racing gods know that already?