Compare gymkhana events by the skill they reward: barrels favor controlled turns, poles favor weave rhythm, keyhole favors precision under speed. Match the slate to your horse, then log results per event.
Turn specialists
Horses that pocket well often shine in barrels and stake races.
Line specialists
Straight, cadenced horses frequently excel in poles.
Use data, not vibes
After a season of logs, the numbers will tell you where to spend winter schooling money.
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