Jump Racing
📘 Overview
Jump Racing is a high-speed racing discipline that involves navigating jumps at pace. It comes in two main forms: Hurdling and Steeplechasing — each with distinct jump heights and difficulty levels.
Hurdling features smaller fences (under 3ft) and is typically for juvenile or green horses.
Steeplechasing involves higher, more varied obstacles (over 3ft) and is designed for older, more experienced mounts.
Both styles test not only speed, but also timing, rhythm, and jumping ability. Clean, confident rounds and good conditioning are the keys to success.
🐎 Breed Regulations & Stats
Hurdling
Speed: 30–40 mph
Jump: 2.99–6.99 ft
Division: D4, D3
Typically for younger horses or those still learning the ropes.
Steeplechase
Speed: 30–40 mph
Jump: 3.99–6.99 ft
Division: D4, D3
Designed for mature, experienced racehorses.
Common Breeds Seen in Jump Racing:
American Paint Horse
American Quarter Horse
Anglo-Arabian
Appaloosa
Arabian
French Trotter
Missouri Fox Trotter
Orlov Trotter
Russian Trotter
Standardbred
Thoroughbred
Hot-blooded and trotter-type breeds tend to excel due to their agility, speed, and stamina.
🧑⚖️ Judging
Jump Racing is a timed discipline. Riders are released at the start bell, and judges or cameras track the time to determine placings. In tight finishes, placement is determined by photo-finish or first full body past the finish line.
🎯 Timing & Finish Line:
Riders start on the bell.
Times are recorded manually or using server tools.
The fastest clean time wins.
❌ Disqualifications
Riding off-course (outside track boundaries)
Horse shows signs of lameness or trips/falls during the event
Failure to clear an obstacle or skipping jumps
Unsafe or uncontrolled riding
⚠️ Penalties
To ensure fairness in mixed-class events, the following time adjustments may apply:
Weight Penalty: If a lighter horse runs in a heavier class, a +1 to +3 second penalty may apply (optional)
Gender/Age Balancing: Mature or male horses may receive slight time faults to level with juveniles or lighter mares when racing mixed (optional)
Hosts must clarify penalty systems before the race begins.
📊 Scoring
Final placements are based on fastest overall time, with any penalties added.
Example Result:
Rider A: 45.2 seconds, no penalties → Final Time: 45.2
Rider B: 43.6 seconds, +2 penalty → Final Time: 45.6
🏆 Rider A wins due to a cleaner round!
👗 Attire
All riders must wear approved racing gear to ensure realism, safety, and server immersion.
Required Rider Attire:
Racing visor or eye protection
White breeches
Team jersey or approved shirt
Riding boots or racing boots
Optional gloves
Required Horse Gear:
Racing saddle & pad (numbered if required)
Racing bridle
Blinders (optional for realism)
Leg protection if necessary
Mane tied or kept neat
Clean grooming is expected
🧱 Course Building
Jump racing tracks should be oval-shaped or creative figures (e.g., figure-eight), with jumps spread evenly across the track.
Track Guidelines:
Minimum 6 jumps per course
All jumps must extend fully across the track with a 3-5 block gap each side
Use safe materials: hedges, barrels, wool, wood
Avoid sharp-edged blocks or trap-based designs
Jumps should match discipline height (under 3ft for hurdles, 3–6ft for steeplechase)
Optional: Use banners, signs, or NPCs for immersion and direction.
🎁 Prize Pot & Entry Fees
Juvenile Match
$20
$1,000
Top 3
Adult Hurdle Cup
$100
$5,000
Top 5
Grand Steeplechase
$200
$10,000
Top 8
🚫 No real-world currency allowed. Entry fees and prizes must be in-game currency or items only. Violations = permanent ban.
📢 Hosting Guidelines
Hosting jump racing requires accuracy, coordination, and preparation.
✅ Host Checklist:
Post race classes (hurdle or steeple) & rules ahead of time
Clarify how penalties will be applied
Use at least two judges: one for timing, one for placement
Maintain control of crowd or chat noise
Confirm all horses are sound before allowing entry
Time each rider using lap timers or score sheets
Announce official placements & times post-race
🪪 Licensing
You may use a pre-built registered facility OR create your own
Custom tracks must follow course build guidelines
All new courses must be reviewed and registered before hosting sanctioned races
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