The Mig ditching the left coast

[10 pnt move up]

Originally Posted by ELA

You are right, to many it is somewhat of a "mystery" so to speak. There are plenty of people who feel like you do. But there is a unique dynamic that exists in this game, specifically, in that side of the game. It's not always owners though. I won't get into all the details, but I don't always make the decision as to who rides. OTOH, I haven't owned any top stakes winning horses. But I know plenty of people who have and do. There is a lot that goes into that whole process, most of which might not count for squat, LOL.

Regardless, with trainers, they use certain kind of jocks on certain kind of horses, and with top horses, they must make every call count. It could be their last, LOL. They have preconceived notions, prejudices, etc. just like everyone.

Doesn't matter -- Richie is a guy who should get more quality mounts. It isn't for a lack of passion, desire, ability or work ethic. And, the guy is truly a student of the game.

Eric

I dont know many owners who request they use a rider who are told no, maybe they cant guy they want but I hardly hear trainers just saying no.

[ELA]

Originally Posted by 10 pnt move up

I dont know many owners who request they use a rider who are told no, maybe they cant guy they want but I hardly hear trainers just saying no.

First, I have no idea what you are saying -- your statement is not at all what I said. Second, do you make the decison which jock will be offered the ride for every horse you own and for every race (regardless of whether or not your choice is open)?

Eric

[10 pnt move up]

Yes I make the decision, though I dont own many horses, and the rider I would use would almost never say no, unless there was some super star he was on that had to ride.

[ELA]

Originally Posted by 10 pnt move up

Yes I make the decision, though I dont own many horses, and the rider I would use would almost never say no, unless there was some super star he was on that had to ride.

Great. And, as to my first question, again, your comment has nothing to do with my post. I didn't say anything even remotely resembling "an owner being told no" -- however, I can certainly see how you would misunderstand that given that you make the decision.

So the end result on your decision is that you call the shot and that's that. To a certain extent, that's kind of my point. A jock is relying on you to give him a call.

Eric