(a)
- (1) The specified jockeys shall be weighed out for their respective mounts in each race by the Clerk of Scales not fewer than ten (10) minutes before the time fixed for the race.
- (2) 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 or her weight publicly announced and posted.
(b)
- (1) A jockey's weight shall include his or her clothing, boots, goggles, saddle, and its attachments, etc.
- (2) The franchise holder should include the following language in its daily program: All jockeys will carry approximately three pounds (3 lbs.) more than the published weight to account for safety equipment including helmet, vest, and riding crop that is not included in the required weighing out procedure.
(c) None of the following items should be included in a jockey's weight:
- (1) Whip, or a substitute for a whip;
- (2) Protective helmet;
- (3) Head number;
- (4) Bridle;
- (5) Bit;
- (6) Reins; or
- (7) Saddle cloth.
- (d) No bridle shall exceed two pounds (2 lbs.) in weight, and no whip or substitute for a whip shall exceed one pound (1 lb.) in weight unless approved by the stewards.
- (e) Seven pounds (7 lbs.) is the limit of the overweight any horse is allowed to carry.
- (f) The franchise holder shall provide the only attendants who will be permitted to assist jockeys in weighing out.