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Great Race, The (1965)
IMDB rating: 7.00
Plot: Professional daredevil and white-suited hero, The Great Leslie, convinces turn-of-the-century auto makers that a race from New York to Paris (westward across America, the Bering Straight and Russia) will help to promote automobile sales. Leslie’s arch-rival, the mustached and black-attired Professor Fate vows to beat Leslie to the finish line in a car of Fate’s own invention. The Blake Edwards style of slapstick and song originated with this movie. A dedication to Laurel and Hardy appears at the beginning of the film. Edwards’ tribute to Stan and Ollie can be seen most clearly in the interaction between Professor Fate and his cohort Max, as well as in the operatic Pottsdorf pie fight.
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Directors: Edwards Blake
Actors: Lemmon Jack,Curtis Tony,Falk Peter,Wynn Keenan,O’Connell Arthur,Storch Larry,Martin Ross,Macready George,Kaplan Marvin,Smith Hal,Pyle Denver,Bryant William,Action,Adventure,Comedy,Family,Musical,Sport,
Are they ready for an OTTB?
Don’t get me wrong, I love OTTBs, but…
My friend and her mom have been riding for 3 years, once a week. They can canter small (1ft5) jumps, and do tiny cross-rail courses in the trot. Sarah (the mom) is terrified of jumping, and Emma (the daughter) hates flatwork. Sarah bragged a bit about her ability (a lot), and a friend-of-a-friend offered her a free 2 year old OTTB who "if too gentle to race, and is an excellent jumper." Anyway, so they told me, very enthusiastically, and I thought "Oh great, two inexperienced riders about to get a FREE, inexperienced 2 year old OTTB that they can only ride once a week." Well, Sarah and Emma haven’t ridden anything younger or greener than a 7 year old, with an instructor. I want to be nice, but come on! This seller must be lying! How would he know if she can jump well? Unless he’s jumped her, which at 2 could lead to some serious injuries. And Sarah and Emma could kill themselves! They can only go up to the barn to ride this horse once a week. When I voiced my concerns to them, Emma told me that I didn’t know what I was talking about! Is she right? Is this a good or a bad idea? Please help me!
ABSOLUTELY NOT- a two year old, who is an excellent jumper? Well, he’s not going to stay sound for long…
They are going to get themselves killed. As an OTTB owner, I cringe at these people… they are going to get hurt, then dump the horse at an auction because nobody will buy it.
I wish I could take them to ride my OTTB. She’s well trained but she will take advantage of you as much as she can, she will push you, and she will test you. If you are firm she’s fine, but she needs a firm, confident, yet gentle rider. She would walk all over these people.
Here’s an easy way to talk them out of it… show them this:
http://www.equinestudies.org/ranger_2008 /ranger_piece_2008_pdf1.pdf
Concrete proof that their horse is not old enough to be jumping.
Julie | Feb 08, 2010
You are right, very very bad idea.
i have ridden for 7 years and trained foals and i know still taking a OTTB is a risky chance but with someone with little time and expereicne and very bad.
lool , btw .. ill take the ottb 
but yeah talk to them and tell them everyone agrees this is not the best for you’s nor the horse. an OTTB needs frequent exercise, training and a rider with experience with green horse and is committed to working with it and knowing how to ride and know the dangers.
ssoo talk to them
email me with if you need more help.
Krista-Nicole | Feb 08, 2010
no no no no NO. lol they don’t have enough time. Tb’s need things to do otherwise they can get themselves into trouble. no all are the same. but many if not messed with regularly can get sour and fast. like my OTTB he is 7 and when we had a Ice Storm i was not able to make it out to him for a few days (like 3 or 4) and it was like no one had touched him in 3 months. and if anything believe me no horse is free. they will end up with a trainer bill or injuries to self or horse if done by them. i would no recommend they get a OTTB with as inexperienced as you say they are. i have seen this happen one to many times
and you know who suffers the most?……………. the horse.
Do they know how a fresh off the track TB can be?
Nesha | Feb 08, 2010
Of course it is a bad idea with red flags all around, but unless you are someone they come to and count on for advice, what you say or do probably won’t make a difference. Highly unfortunate for the horse that they will likely have to learn the hard way.
If you do approach them about this, make sure not to sound condescending or "know it all"perhaps just open with "I’m really concerned for you and want the best for you…" You might suggest that they get the input of a trainer–perhaps the expert advice will sink in??
Mel | Feb 08, 2010
I agree with you that this does not sound like they are ready for a young horse, much less an OTTB with habits/issues/problems specific to it’s racetrack experiences. If they have been riding once a week for three years, each has only been on a horse approximately 150 times (if they miss 2 weeks per year). They are beginners! There is no way they can safely and effectively train a 2-year-old OTTB. You are right to be very concerned about this situation.
However, this probably is not your place to "take control" or force your opinions upon them. Offer your advice in a mature manner, but do not be surprised if they don’t listen. It would probably be a good idea to talk to the mother rather than the child. Explain to her that you are concerned for her safety, her daughter’s safety, and the horse’s safety. Try not to be derogatory, but be realistic about their riding abilities. Make sure she knows that any young horse requires a huge time commitment (at least 15 minutes per day) and OTTBs are especially difficult projects. She probably does not understand the difference between a finished horse and a green horse. Tell her about the training process (be very specific - cite resources and suggest training books/trainers), how quickly and in what manner a horse matures (mentally and physically - once again, back it up with research), and suggest a few people she could talk to about what she is getting into. Make sure she knows about the expense of owning a horse, too. She probably does not realize the huge responsibility of horse ownership. Help her understand about all aspects of horses. This may sound like a massive amount of work, but it can be as simple as suggesting a few books, instructional tapes, and trainers. Remember: A mature, researches discussion always promotes a better result than a whining, unsubstaniated complaint.
Also, did the daughter tell you this? Keep in mind that children often exaggerate. This may not come to fruition at all. You may want to ask the mother if this is true and if she is really considering it. I hope this helps and good luck!
palmetto116 | Feb 08, 2010
You are so right. This is a very very bad idea.
Barefoottrimmer | Feb 08, 2010
It’s not even that it’s the breed, the bottom line is 3 years experience is not enough to have a horse that is 2 years old. It’s just not a good idea.
hunterhorse40 | Feb 08, 2010
That is not good. The only good TB I’ve seen who’s a good jumper at 2 is zy135’s horse Dante from youtube, and he’s almost 3 (he follows her around and jumps things, she’s caught them on camera). They aren’t experienced enough. Heck. I can jump 3′ and I’ve been riding for 5 years, been around horses all my life, and I’ve leased before, and I’d never consider buying a horse under the age of 6 (Partly because I LOVE jumping).
stop or my mom will shoot
