News Article - Australian Harness Racing

HRA Industry Notice - Approved Sulkies

22 August 2016

APPROVED SULKIES

Industry participants are reminded that only sulkies appearing on the HRA’s APPROVED SULKY LIST can be used in trials and races.

The full list of approved sulkies is available on the website at http://www.harness.org.au/hra/approved-sulkies-list.pdf.

Put simply, if the sulky is not on this list – it cannot be used.

Sometimes special conditions are placed on certain models. In these instances, the sulky can only be used if the conditions are complied with.

For more information please contact HRA on 03 9227 3000.

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