AQHA 2015 Rule Book | Page 128

The course must be measured exactly according to diagram and cannot exceed these dimensions. However, if the course is too large for the available space, the pattern is to be reduced 4.5 metres at a time until the pattern fits the arena. Adequate space must remain between barrels and any obstacle. The distance from barrel number three to the finish line need not be reduced 4.6 meters at a time if there is sufficient room for the horse to stop. i) when measuring the area for the barrel course, allow ample room for horses to complete their turns and stop at the finish. It is recommended there be at least 13.5 meters from the starting line to the end of the arena, at least 5.4 meters from barrels 1 and 2 to the fence and 10.8 meters from barrel 3 to the end of the arena. ii) brightly coloured 200 ƗG&R7FVV