and too much knee action is discouraged. Working hunters Working hunters can be of any of the weight classes, but are expected to jump a course of natural-looking fences in addition to performing the usual short show on the flat. Working hunter tack also varies from traditional rules. Martingales, flash nosebands and grackle nosebands are permitted, although in the event of a tie-break, the horse wearing more traditional, simple tack will win. Plain black or brown boots are allowed in the jumping phase only. Riders may wear body protectors in the jumping phase only. Show hunter ponies Show hunter pony classes were first introduced in 1984. Ponies are shown in height classes - up to , , and . Ponies over 148 cm but under 158 cm may enter Intermediate Show Hunter Type classes, which are open to riders under the age of 25. Turnout is the same as for show hunter horses, and show hunter ponies are expected to show the same paces as their larger counterparts, with the exception of lead rein and first ridden competitors, who do not show the gallop. See also Show hack Horse show Equestrianism Show hunter (USA) External links Sport Horse GB website BSPS website Video: Horse Of The Year Show champion overall show hunter Video: Horse Of The Year Show lightweight hunter class Slideshow: Horse Of The Year Show working hunters, including mountain and moorland working hunter classes Horse showing and exhibition