Australia: Stirling Classic sets the scene for Quilty in coming weeks

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By Fran Cleland, The Regional
12 May 2023

With the world-famous Tom Quilty Ride only weeks away, the Stirling Endurance Classic in Queensland attracted 178 riders across 10 sections.

Stirling’s Crossing Equestrian Complex opened its gates in early 2016 as Australia’s only privately owned, purpose-built endurance facility.

The complex has diverse topography suited for endurance rides as well as flat ground in the beautiful environment of Imbil.

The Warwick Trail and Endurance Riders Association took on the job of running the Stirling Classic at the venue.

One of the most notable performances in the 160km section was the equal first placing in the junior ride.

Marlee Carpenter on Teddy and Indi Else on De-Sharvall El Dakar rode an identical time 18 hours, 37 minutes, and recorded almost identical heart rate averages and an average speed of 8.59km/h.

Nine of the 19 starters in the 160km section completed the distance successfully...

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