Unhitching and rehitching are not allowed. E. An actual separation, breaking or bending of equipment constitutes a breakdown. Any team breaking down may take the distance pulled or return to the last position and pull over. Only one breakdown is allowed. F. Time limits are a maximum of 5 minutes.
Time starts when the drag is moved.
The time limit to hook on in distance pulls is 3 minutes. On horses, the very light use of the reins on the hind quarters only is allowed and over and under is not allowed. Whips, brads or goads are not allowed. Reins may not be doubled up. Electrical or electronic devices are not allowed.