On turf or dirt, braking is a linear transaction: You sit down, increase friction, and the horse digs in. On Polytrack, the relationship is inverted.
Polytrack surfaces can vary in their composition and grip. Understanding how your horse or vehicle reacts on this specific surface is crucial. Polytrack can offer good grip but may feel different underfoot or under the vehicle's tires compared to traditional surfaces. how to brake in polytrack
Trainers often believe Polytrack is "all-weather." It is not. Braking dynamics change dramatically: On turf or dirt, braking is a linear