58 Pa. Code § 163.162 - Weighing out
(a) The specified
jockeys shall be weighed out for their respective mounts in each race by the
clerk of the scales not less than 20 minutes before the time fixed for the
race. In case of a substitution of riders after the original rider has been
weighed out, the substitute rider shall be weighed as promptly as possible and
the name of the substitute and his weight publicly announced and
posted.
(b) The weight of a jockey
shall include his clothing, boots, goggles, saddle and its attachments, number
cloth, saddle cloth or other equipment required by the stewards.
(c) The following items may not be included
in the weight of a jockey: whip, or a substitute for a whip, head number,
bridle, bit or reins or safety helmet.
(d) A bridle may not exceed 2 pounds in
weight, and a whip may not exceed 1 pound in weight, unless approved by the
stewards. A whip may not be longer than 30 inches.
(e) A jockey may not carry overweight in
excess of 2 pounds without permission of the owner or trainer. A horse is not
allowed to carry an excess of 7 pounds.
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