Chariot racing

The Thoroughbred was first noticed in horse racing and basically shaping horse racing to what it is today. With its amazing speed and stamina the Thoroughbred quickly found its way into other sports such as hunting, jumping and dressage events. The Thoroughbred stands about 15.2 to 17 hands tall, and is dominate in…

Motorcycle racing is a very exciting sport that many people love to watch. The three main types of motorcycle racing include dirt bikes, street racing, and drag racing. Each offers motorcycle enthusiasts the opportunity to race their motorcycle at breath taking speeds against the best in the sport. Those who have proven to be among the best are able to secure sponsors to help cover the cost of their racing activities. While some of the biggest payouts are in motorcycle street racing, this is…

Superkart USA is teaming up with the Antelope Valley September 26th and the 27th, to bring you The Streets of Lancaster Grand Prix go-kart races. There will be food, entertainment, and a car show. For only ten dollars you can be a part of the festivities of downtown Lancaster. The community will be able to witness professional go-kart races, and watch the intense competition as local celebrities and community leaders compete for the sought-after title of “BLVD Champ.” Events will begin at…

Analysis: One way a horse can express themselves is by making different sounds. The nicker and neigh are some of the many unique sounds horses make. People have been able to decoded and understand the horse’s language by watching the circumstances they use each sounds in. By understanding what the sounds mean you can recognize what you horse may be trying to say whether it’s expressed toward you or another horse. The nicker can have a variety of meanings based on the manner it is…

Since 1967, several Hollywood movies have been filmed in and around Versailles, including Secretariat and Dreamer. The choice of Versailles for these two movies about racehorses seems especially fitting — the town is surrounded by thoroughbred farms and is a major center for the breeding and training of racehorses as well as pleasure horses. The horse farms attract buyers, breeders and fans from all over the country, and since Versailles is also the county seat, property owners endeavor to keep…

Motocross Motocross is defined as a timed race between many riders on a closed outdoor or indoor course, consisting of jumps, mud, sharp turns and many more obstacles. This sport originated in Brittan as an off road race called scrambling. Motocross soon went international, resulting in many fans and spectators (Jeremy McGrath” Wikipedia). Late nineteen hundreds motocross was a major sport in the United States. Many young riders established interest towards the sport, and soon made it a career.…

Both early horse and modern horse have displayed a strong herd instinct to survive and reproduce . The modern horse has retained the same survival instincts , it will take flight (gallop away/bolt) if frightened . They maintain the same traits as a group of horse’s in a field or in the case of wild horse’s such as wild Mustang’s or Camargue horse’s. For example – if one horse takes flight the others will follow . If unable to take flight self-preservation instincts such as biting or kicking may…

Argumentative Writing - Horse Racing Should Be Banned Horse racing is usually seen as a fun, thrilling experience. A chance to win money. But looking past the cheering crowds there is a lot going on you probably don’t know about. Horses are whipped every second they lay their foot on the track. Zero release from the pain being handed to them. The fact that they are started so young their joints have very little time to strengthen and develop to carry their own weight much less a person and…

In the horse world, the great debate has always revolved around whether Western or English riding is ‘better’. Pro-English claim that Western riding is dirty and classless, while Pro-Western argue that English riders are stuffy and preppy. Regardless of the style of the saddle being used, an overwhelming love and passion for horses is evident across the boards. That being said, Western riding is a much more practical and functional discipline concerning life outside the competition arena and…

Since I was about ten, I have been obsessed with horses. Obsessed truly is a good term for my enchantment with equines, but a girlhood obsession is much different from the obsession of young adulthood. My interest persisted long after most childhood infatuations do. I began by researching horse breeds extensively and learning to draw the animals. Eventually, my mother appeased me with regular horse lessons, but horseback riding is an expensive hobby. Riding requires lots of equipment from…