Horses
Horses are classified into four leg types (the preferred position in relation to other horses in the race). The four leg types are:
- Front Runner
- Preceder
- Closer
- Deep Closer
In order to gain the maximum stamina/spirit during the race, the horse should be ridden in its proper leg type.
There are two basic divisions in the Gallop Racer series- dirt and turf. Obviously, this represents the preferred surface of the horse. Some horses can run well on both turf and dirt.
They are several horses that can be unlocked and bought during the game. Most of these horses have real-life counterparts, but real names are not used. Later games in the series include some major champions including the eleven US Triple Crown winners.
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