This is a fascinating book on handicapping quarter horse racing. Unlike other approaches that are simply too general to be of use, this book takes a comprehensive look at quarter horse handicapping by analyzing every possible factor that goes into determining the horse with the best chance of winning.

Occasionally, there will be a book that looks at speed handicapping, but these publications will only look at speed in a manner that is plain to see in the past performances and not what elements go into producing this speed.

Although the author uses class as his starting point, he takes a long look at other factors in quarter horse handicapping as well. After reading this book, you will not be overly focused on a quarter horse's final times and speed ratings.

This book was originally published in 1983. Although out of print for more than 20 years, it is now back in print.