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310. General Rules

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Refer to the USEF Rulebook for any issues not covered here. The use of plastic/PVC for jump poles is not allowed.

  1. Martingales and Tiedowns are allowed in Hunter Classes. (see appendix VI-B). Hunter: Bridled mules to be shown in a regulation snaffle, kimberwicks, pelham, and full bridles as described in Appendix A III. Exception: Bridled mules may also show in hunter classes using a mild twisted wire snaffle. Green mules are to be shown in a regulation snaffle. Exception: Green mules may also show in hunter classes using a mild twisted wire snaffle. (Exceptions described in appendix A – under approved snaffles for exceptions – rule 3). Jumper: Bridled mules may be shown in any humane bit. Green mules may be shown in a regulation snaffle, mild twisted wire snaffle, or gag snaffle.
  2. Jump poles must be a minimum of 10′ long and 3″ in diameter.
  3. See Appendix B for Hunter/Jumper courses.