BRIS PEDIGREE RATINGS F.A.Q. WHAT DO THE BRIS PEDIGREE RATINGS MEASURE? The Fast (Dirt) Pedigree rating measures the quality and suitability of the horse's breeding for races run on the dirt. The Wet Pedigree rating measures the quality and suitability of the horse's breeding for races run over a wet dirt surface. The Distance Pedigree rating measures the overall quality and suitability of the horse's breeding for races run at today's distance. The Turf Pedigree rating measures the quality and suitability of the horse's breeding for races run on the turf. HOW SHOULD I INTERPRET THE BRIS PEDIGREE RATINGS? While the higher Pedigree Ratings are generally preferred, the key is to not simply look for the highest rated horse. Instead, value oriented handicappers are encouraged to compare the rating of a horse at today's distance (or surface) to his/her other pedigree ratings. Ask yourself if the relationship between the pedigree ratings of a horse suggest he/she will improve or decline at today's distance/surface. In turf races, look for those horses whose TURF Pedigree Rating is higher than his/her FAST dirt Pedigree Rating. These horses, based on the performances of other horses with similiar breeding, are well suited to the grass and often improve considerably when trying the grass. In dirt races, look for those horses whose DIST Pedigree Rating is higher than his/her overall FAST dirt Pedigree Rating. These horses, based on the performances of other horses with similiar breeding, are well suited to today's distance and often show substantial improvement when today's distance is considerably shorter or longer than his/her other races. In races run on a wet track, look for those horses whose WET Pedigree Rating is higher than their FAST dirt Pedigree Rating. These horses, based on the performances of other horses with similiar breeding, are well suited to a wet track and often improve dramatically when running on a wet track. HOW ARE THE BRIS PEDIGREE RATINGS CALCULATED? Based on an analysis of hundreds of thousands of starts in North America, each start of all offspring from the Sire, Dam, and Damsire are evaluated and measured for their individual racing aptitudes and preferences. Unlike other pedigree ratings which merely reflect win percentages or earnings, the BRIS Pedigree Ratings utilize a vast array of performance rating tools (Speed Ratings, Class Ratings, Power Ratings, etc.) to accurately measure the actual improvement or decline each offspring displayed at different distances and surfaces. The net result of this exhaustive compilation is the most accurate, comprehensive, and predictive pedigree raitngs available to handicappers. WHAT DO THE '?' AND '*' SYMBOLS MEAN? When the BRIS Pedigree Ratings are largely based on small sample sizes, a '?' or '*' symbol is given. Those rated with an '*' have the smallest sample size. WHEN SHOULD I USE THE BRIS PEDIGREE RATINGS? The BRIS Pedigree Ratings are most valuable when horses are being asked to attempt something they have never done before(eg., Making their first career start, Trying a new distance, Switching to turf, Running on an off track for the first time, etc.). WHERE CAN I FIND THE BRIS PEDIGREE RATINGS ? Available EXCLUSIVELY in BRIS PDF Past Performances (Premium Plus PP's, Ultimate PP's, and Quick Play PP's), the ratings can be found next to the horse's career record for Fast, Wet, Distance, and Turf. BRIS Class Ratings FAQ BRIS Speed Ratings FAQ BRIS Pace Ratings FAQ The Handicapper's Library contains other helpful reference documents. [ Sign-up ] [ Products & Prices ] [ Bookstore ] [ Track Info ] [ Library ] [ Tech Support ] [ F.A.Q. ] [ Member Services ] [ Contact Us ]