Abstract: A break-away fence rail and support post for a horse race track fence is constructed to give way when impacted with a predetermined force so as to provide a yieldable barrier upon impact by a horse or jockey. Further, a fence for a race track constructed to provide a smooth non-abrasive surface without projections or discontinuities.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
July 2, 1982
Date of Patent:
September 9, 1986
Assignee:
Race-Rail, Inc.
Inventors:
Robert T. Lewis, George F. Dwyer, Jr., John W. Payne