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 Mrs. BigWig
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Location: chasing kids and animals | Hey guys, I know several of you have gone to BBR finals. Can someone give me an approx amount on cost of EF, Stalls, etc...
I have never been able to go but plan on going 2017.
Any information or tips would be appriciated |
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 ...Dot Dot Dot...
Posts: 2064
Location: SW New Mexico | I'm interested as well.
Brother Dave has qualified to go, and I'm planning on making the long journey to OKC in April... :) |
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  Keeper of the King Snake
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Location: Dubach, LA | Get there early(be sitting in line by 6am) if you need a hookup. Throw your trailer in a spot and haul butt to check your horse in before that line gets ridiculous. Amonia buildup in big barn was extreme. Take fans for your horse and take him out several times daily. You can't walk between the barns and the rv park, so you'll need to unhook or rent a golfcart or something. I came with one horse from Louisiana. I think I spent about 1000. |
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Mrs. BigWig
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Location: chasing kids and animals | wow 1000.00 isn't as bad as what I was thinking. How much are EF and stalls? So they rent golf carts b/c we will be in MH so there iwll be no unhooking to run back and forth to barn area |
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Keeper of the King Snake
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Location: Dubach, LA | I don't remember exact costs on EF (been 3 years), but the carts were 200 to rent. Oh, be sure to rent an extra stall for tack. You do not want to lug it all around with you in your golf cart. |
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...Dot Dot Dot...
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Location: SW New Mexico | Wow... sounds like they'll make us park in the back 40, and it's too far to lead a horse to the trailer to saddle.
I appreciate the advance warnings! LOL...
I am OCD on knowing exactly what to expect..
So, I'll need a scooter / golf cart, and a tack stall..or transportation back and forth. I plan on staying in my trailer. Is the hookups closer, or ??
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I have a fine generator.
Is there security?
(duh) dumb question, I know..
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Veteran
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| Why stall your horses in those barns (on the grounds) when there are so many nicer options close by. It's cheaper too and they don't stand on concrete. |
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Mrs. BigWig
Posts: 1868
Location: chasing kids and animals | Thank you Can Can, you have been helpful.
i already know to prepare for the unexpected as far weather is concerned. If you can thinks of anything else please share. |
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Industrial Srength Barrel Racer
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| CanCan - 2016-08-01 11:59 AM
I don't remember exact costs on EF (been 3 years), but the carts were 200 to rent. Oh, be sure to rent an extra stall for tack. You do not want to lug it all around with you in your golf cart.
I don't think the stalls have ceilings/tops, so couldn't somebody climb right over and help themselves? |
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Veteran
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| BFN - 2016-08-01 2:36 PM Why stall your horses in those barns (on the grounds) when there are so many nicer options close by. It's cheaper too and they don't stand on concrete.
What/where are these options? |
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 Lady Di
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Location: Oklahoma | I'd allocate at least a thousand dollars to go. By the time you pay entry, RV, stall, shavings, etc., etc., it counts up in a hurry. IMO, it's an experience that everyone needs to have, but too much money and time for me. |
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Mrs. BigWig
Posts: 1868
Location: chasing kids and animals | dianeguinn - 2016-08-02 8:38 AM I'd allocate at least a thousand dollars to go. By the time you pay entry, RV, stall, shavings, etc., etc., it counts up in a hurry. IMO, it's an experience that everyone needs to have, but too much money and time for me.
Hi Mrs Diane! Thank you so much for you opinion. |
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...Dot Dot Dot...
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Location: SW New Mexico | iheartrodeo - 2016-08-03 7:36 AM
BFN - 2016-08-01 2:36 PM Why stall your horses in those barns (on the grounds) when there are so many nicer options close by. It's cheaper too and they don't stand on concrete.
What/where are these options?
I need info !! :) |
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...Dot Dot Dot...
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Location: SW New Mexico | jettster - 2016-08-03 12:30 PM
iheartrodeo - 2016-08-03 7:36 AM
BFN - 2016-08-01 2:36 PM Why stall your horses in those barns (on the grounds) when there are so many nicer options close by. It's cheaper too and they don't stand on concrete.
What/where are these options?
I need info !! : )
I do have porta pens... |
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 Ms. Elvis
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Location: Running barrels or watching nascar | jettster - 2016-08-02 11:30 AM
jettster - 2016-08-03 12:30 PM
iheartrodeo - 2016-08-03 7:36 AM
BFN - 2016-08-01 2:36 PM Why stall your horses in those barns (on the grounds) when there are so many nicer options close by. It's cheaper too and they don't stand on concrete.
What/where are these options?
I need info !! : )
I do have porta pens...
not allowed, although some people park in the back forty and sneak them up. |
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Elite Veteran
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| iheartrodeo - 2016-08-02 8:36 AM
BFN - 2016-08-01 2:36 PM Why stall your horses in those barns (on the grounds) when there are so many nicer options close by. It's cheaper too and they don't stand on concrete.
What/where are these options?
Im wondering too!
I went last year. If I remember correctly, I think EF are $250 per horse?? if you just do the one race (2 qualifying rounds for finals) I also entered the insurance race, so it was extra. I think I spent around $1000 not counting food lol and I didn't rent a golf cart, or stay in the rv park. I parked in the back forty with the generator running the whole time. Yes, I agree a golf cart is very handy, I didn't have one and almost went crazy. My husband told me were not going back unless we have a golf cart. but you have to rent them ahead of time or there may not be any available. :)
Very nice experience though! Im exited to go back next year! |
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| I spent about $1000, with 1/2 diesel from Louisiana, 1/2 RV, stall, rented stall mats, 1/2 golf cart $2??.00, entry fees that included insurance race. included my meals. It was great, the stalls are a lil ways from RV I wouldn't go again without golf cart. When you arrive they have helpers on golf carts and help you unload, it took about 15 minutes for us to unload everything with their help which included all tack hay and feed for the extra stall that I recommend. Circle H farms is a great location to stay off grounds. |
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Location: run2win land | Basic entry fee was $250. Stalls $85. A major cost is some kind of cushioning. You go through alot of shavings. I was advised to bring bedding pellets for base and then add a layer of shavings on top. It made a huge difference in smell and comfort for my horse. RV spots were sold out by 2am on Wednesday. Extra classes add to cost. Arena time is very inexpensive at $5. Fuel/feed will depend on where you come from. Then add for any pictures, videos, jackets and awesome shopping. It adds up in a hurry. I loved it so much I've traveled out from CA twice for this show.
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Keeper of the King Snake
Posts: 7622
Location: Dubach, LA | PM Sport565 about staying off grounds. She knows people. LOL. Also, take your food and stay away from concessions. It's highway robbery. Yes. Stalls are topless so it's a chance you take with renting a tack stall. |
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 Don't Wanna Make This Awkward
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Location: Texas | I went 3 years and never felt I needed a golf cart. Thst's an extra luxury for sure as well as a tack stall, that just sounds like a waste of money and a lazy option unless you have a condition that doesn't allow you to walk. The walking really isn't that bad. If you were hauling more than 2 horses I could see a need for golf cart, but one horse isn't a big deal. |
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