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TTRC REPRESENTATION As someone interested in racing, have you ever wondered what it might be like to own a horse that is a winner? How much fun it would be to be among the many friends and well wishers that you meet in the winning circle after each victory? There are various ways to own a horse including buying a horse outright to owning a small interest with your friends. A point to keep in mind is that there are many low cost buys that race successfully. A current example of this is a horse called Frenzel Rhomb that cost $800 who has winnings totalling in excess of $425, 000. The atmosphere of racing with its own sights and sounds the friendships created coupled together with the anticipation of race day and the rush obtained from seeing your horse race is unparalleled in any other sport. Your horse in your silks coming down the straight with a winning chance says it all. There is lots of information you need to buy your first horse and TROA is currently developing guidelines and information, which will be published soon on this website. In the meantime we would suggest initially taking the following steps when considering your first purchase. Network Research your needs with organisations such as TROA and the State Breeders Association. Make personal contact with local horsemen. Observe Attend races. Attend sales. Observe owners, trainers, buyers and other professionals. Communicate Talk to owners, trainers and other industry professionals regarding how you could get involved. Seek out someone that you feel comfortable with, who can act as your mentor. Remember you should not feel obligated to accept any advice, as all decisions should be your own. Read Check out the Internet as there is plenty of information available to you. Subscribe to industry publications. Participate Participate in events and educational programmes sponsored by the racing industry.