It was a full weekend of barrel racing in Ponoka, AB the weekend of April 11-13th. The 4th Annual Barrel Bash hosted by Lisa & Travis Gallais was well attended and received again in 2014.
In addition to the Open and Youth 4D Barrel Race, the weekend also featured a Slot Race where the stakes were high. There were only 50 slots available to purchase in advance at a $250 entry fee. With 50 slots sold, the winner would take home $3000. Because the mailman brought a slew of entries the same day, the Gallais’s ended up taking 55 entries and first place paid a whopping $3300. It was a 3D format so first place in the 2D paid $1980 and the 3D $1320. They paid 3 holes in each division.
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Photo by Bernie Hudyma
It was Jenny Traub and her horse LL Invidious who took home the first place cheque. They ran the fast time of the weekend with a 17.192 on a standard pattern. The Slot Race was the only event Jenny ran in that weekend. Here is a bit more info about Jenny and her horse.
Where are you from, and what made you decide to attend the Barrel Bash?
I am originally from Dunster BC. I moved to AB 4 years ago and now we live by Tomahawk AB. It was my friend who made me decide to enter the Barrel Bash.
What is your horse’s registered and barn name?
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LL Inuidious , her barn name is Foxy
How long have you been running barrels on him/her?
4 years
How would you describe Foxy’s running style?
Push style
What is it you like best about her?
She is very easy going most of the time. Just fun to ride.
How do you prepare for your runs (warm up etc.)?
It all depends on how she is feeling. Lope circles.
What kind of saddle do you use?
Martha Josey
What kind of pad do you use?
Gel pad
What kind of bit do you use?
Short shank chain
Photo by Bernie Hudyma
Are there any specific goals you set for yourself and your horse this season?
I want to make the LRA finals
If you were to share a barrel racing tip what would it be?
Lope small circles
Jenny would like to thank The Lord, and my husband for all he has done for me. And all my family and friends for their support.
Event organizer Lisa Gallais says plans are already in the works for the 5th Annual Barrel Bash. The slot race will again be open for the first 50 entries. Lisa and Travis are busy getting things lined up for their 2nd Annual Bolt 4 The Colt. They have the Ponoka arena booked for Saturday October 18, 2014 with a warm-up pot on the Friday 17 as well.
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