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Meeting: ANNUAL JANUARY MEETING (SUMMER AT THE TROTS)
Last updated 11/01/2026 at 08:23 am
 

Runner Index

Race Number:
Race 1
Race Time:

NELSON BAYS SUPER LIQUOR MOBILE PACE

$12,500, R35 TO R37, 1609m

For R35 to R37 pacers.

Participants for Race 1: NELSON BAYS SUPER LIQUOR MOBILE PACE
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1Rack'em Up7X6753Rack'em Up1FtJonny CoxGrabbed late after leading up on Friday. May get easier lead here. Stick with.
2Buddy Reign8X9587Buddy Reign2FtTim WilliamsWell contained here on day 1 & largely battling efforts prior. Hard to have.
3Trendy Van Gogh857068Trendy Van Gogh3FtRobbie CloseBeaten a long way out on Friday. Early burn may not be ideal here. First4s.
4She's A Lady521075She's A Lady4FtJohn MorrisonDid it tough on day 1. Slots into a more suitable grade. Combos with even luck.
5Stubing404585Stubing5FtJacob Dunn(J)Weakened on Friday but had done some donkey work. Worth a place bet.
6Amalfi570346Amalfi6FtJohn DunnOnly battled when clear late on day 1. Has gate speed at times. Has claims.
7Hope For Love053092Hope For Love7FtSheree TomlinsonGave a bold sight when finding space on Friday. Likely to be more supporteed.
8One Eye Bandit170284One Eye BanditU1Ft  
Best Bets: Rack'em Up (1),   Hope For Love (7),   Amalfi (6)
Best Mile Rates: Amalfi (1-59.0),   Trendy Van Gogh (2-00.8),   Stubing (2-01.0)     [races less or equal 2000m]
Gear Changes: Stubing (5): BL-On, Trendy Van Gogh (3): BL-Off, SL-On    Legend
Horse Movements: Trendy Van Gogh to Andrew Stuart at Loburn
Race Number:
Race 2
Race Time:

NELSON OTB HANDICAP TROT

$12,500, NON-WINNERS WITH COND. SPECIAL, 2400m

Front: Trotters with no wins for lifetime. 30m: Horses with 1 win for lifetime.

Participants for Race 2: NELSON OTB HANDICAP TROT
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1Luca87X22Luca1FtBen HopeGait still a work in progress but fought well on Friday. Go again today.
2Natives Blazin Son570X06Natives Blazin Son2FtSamantha OttleyManners letting him down in both starts back this term. On the bench.
3Bizza To'o42553Bizza To'o3FtSarah O'ReillyChased well enough behind two good maidens on Friday. Worth a close look.
4Zhutee8535L5ZhuteeU1FtAmanda TomlinsonNo hope after early problems on day 1. Overdue some luck. Not the worst.
5Onnahill046106Onnahill130Peter DavisTacked on after mistake on Friday but couldn't edge closer. Combos off 30m.
6Harmonia00X0X4HarmoniaU130Sheree TomlinsonGood recovery on day 1, but can't afford early error here. Trifectas best.
7Ridge530727RidgeU230Blair OrangeWent round for practice on Friday after breaking early. Capable of atoning.
Best Bets: Luca (1),   Bizza To'o (3),   Ridge (7),   Zhutee (4)
Best Mile Rates: Harmonia (2-09.5)     [races between 2001m and 2400m]
Gear Changes: Harmonia (6): FD-Off, RD-On    Legend
Race Number:
Race 3
Race Time:

BROWN & ASSOCIATES PACE

$12,500, NON-WINNERS 3YO & OLDER, 1609m

For 3yo-&-older pacers.

Participants for Race 3: BROWN & ASSOCIATES PACE
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1Rockabilly Reign996Rockabilly Reign1FtTim WilliamsOK when clear late on Friday. Should do minimal work early. First4s spice.
2Willow ValleyX50066Willow Valley2FtRiley Harrison(J)Bypassed day 1 after steady improvement on the Coast. Want right price though.
3Take A Chance On Me9X99Take A Chance On Me3FtJohn MorrisonNever fired a shot on Friday after offering similar at Rangiora. Not for us.
4Hawk Touie Louie3X0Hawk Touie Louie4FtBob ButtA difficult watch for favourite punters on day 1. Better than that. Can atone.
5Major Li8X33Major Li5FtSam ThornleyContrasting 3rds in last two runs but both have had merit. Will have admirers.
6Now Watch Me2Now Watch Me6FtBlair OrangeFilled the hopples nicely late on day 1. If he steps quicker, he can go close.
7Summer Rose53X065Summer Rose7FtRoss HoughtonFair on Friday without threatening. Does everything right but combos best.
8Carrera Vamos777787Carrera Vamos8FtSarah O'ReillyEarly work may not have helped on day 1. Middling formline tells the story.
9Art's Mischief969008Art's Mischief9FtWilson House(J)Hasn't emerged from the pack in recent outings. Looking to others today.
10Bella Ciao6X2364Bella Ciao10FtJohn DunnContinued on from Coast form with Friday's honest 4th. Place prospect.
Best Bets: Now Watch Me (6),   Hawk Touie Louie (4),   Major Li (5),   Bella Ciao (10)
Race Number:
Race 4
Race Time:

MIKE DEFILIPPI MEMORIAL HANDICAP TROT

$13,000, R35 TO R46 DISCRETIONARY, 2400m

For R35 to R46 trotters.

Participants for Race 4: MIKE DEFILIPPI MEMORIAL HANDICAP TROT
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1Top Of The Hill88X865Top Of The Hill1FtJonny Cox50% place record from 4 starts here. Not bad late at Reefton. Combos hope.
2Brian Beatt309004Brian Beatt2FtSheree TomlinsonTried hard in this company on Friday. Likely to get handy early. Place claims.
3Hoof It Hagrid1190D2Hoof It HagridU1FtJohn DunnChased gamely after his stablemate on day 1. Big chance based on that.
4Crown The Moment064023Crown The Moment110Ben HopeNot far off in both 2026 starts. Similar set up here. Worthy of consideration.
5Knowing MeX00887Knowing MeU110Peter DavisManners let her down again on day 1 for first failure here. Take on trust today.
6Playoffs0X6PX1PlayoffsU210Sam ThornleyDid it nicely in front on Friday, despite 30m mark. Can threaten with similar.
7Loveyou To Da Skye986X15Loveyou To Da SkyeU310Gavin SmithFound extra on day 1 after looking tired. Add to place bets from 10m mark.
Best Bets: Hoof It Hagrid (3),   Crown The Moment (4),   Playoffs (6),   Loveyou To Da Skye (7)
Best Mile Rates: Knowing Me (2-04.0),   Playoffs (2-06.5),   Top Of The Hill (2-08.2)     [races between 2001m and 2400m]
Race Number:
Race 5
Race Time:

ANCHOR RESTAURANT MOBILE PACE

$12,500, NON-WINNERS 3YO & OLDER, 1609m

For 3yo-&-older pacers.

Participants for Race 5: ANCHOR RESTAURANT MOBILE PACE
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1Shanky's Shot2728Shanky's Shot1FtBob ButtWell backed on Friday but lacked punch late. Give another chance from #1.
2Stumpy Blackler825Stumpy Blackler2FtTim WilliamsKept on trucking from wide draw on day 1. Lovely swing in draws. Each way.
3Busters Babe0000Busters Babe3FtSheree TomlinsonStruggling to keep pace with her rivals in four starts. Hard to recommend.
4Shards Lyric6Shards Lyric4FtSarah O'ReillyNot far off on debut on Friday. Sure to improve from that experience. Consider.
5Pickettywitch7557Pickettywitch5FtBlair OrangeSet tempo in front on day 1 but seeking more late. Drawn outside rivals. Place.
6The Gangster05350The Gangster6FtPeter DavisGot back and stayed back on Friday. Similar may unfold here too. Passing.
7Shewonmeover40Shewonmeover7FtRoss HoughtonWasn't really sighted late on day 1. Work to do from this wide alley too. Odds.
8American Tos94American Tos8FtSam ThornleyPlenty to like about his 4th on Friday. May sit back and pounce. Trifectas.
9Dancing N Heaven397X42Dancing N Heaven9FtJohn MorrisonLoomed large before getting caught late on day 1. Keep safe despite barrier 9.
10Unico Tessa5X6P33Unico TessaU1FtRiley Harrison(J)Showed Rangiora 3rd was no fluke with sharp 3rd on Friday. Combos spice.
11Killybegs8PX0KillybegsU2FtJonny CoxNever looked happy here on day 1. Huge form turnaround required to feature.
12Honour Bright Note0X6009Honour Bright NoteU3FtJohn DunnNot much went to plan at Reefton & contained at Westport. Look to others.
13Ifyoucouldcwhatic729500IfyoucouldcwhaticU4FtRobbie CloseGait still an issue when making errors on Friday. Prefer to watch for now.
Best Bets: Shanky's Shot (1),   Stumpy Blackler (2),   Shards Lyric (4),   Dancing N Heaven (9)
Gear Changes: Busters Babe (3): P-Off, RD-Off, Killybegs (11): P-Off, BL-On    Legend
Race Number:
Race 6
Race Time:

STAR HOTEL / R & J BATTERIES MOBILE PACE

$13,000, 3YO & OLDER R38 TO R40, 1609m

For R38 to R40 3yo-&-older pacers.

Participants for Race 6: STAR HOTEL / R & J BATTERIES MOBILE PACE
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1Princess Renee102Princess Renee1FtBlair OrangeGood chase after finding the trail on Friday. Chance to dictate terms. Danger.
2Always Bee Gee644551Always Bee Gee2FtSam ThornleyComfortable winner at Reefton. Bypassed day 1. Quinellas and trifectas hope.
3Rakero Maximus367X09Rakero Maximus3Ft  
4Carrera Kahu083291Carrera Kahu4FtRiley Harrison(J)Unleashed for Friday's win in R35-37 grade. Small step up here. Place claims.
5Beaudiene Always B135924Beaudiene Always B5FtGavin SmithNot bad from wide draw on Friday. Smaller field provides options. Each way.
6Edict521306Edict6FtTim WilliamsDoing his best work late on the inner on day 1. Can fill a Top 3/4 spot in this.
7Rakero John6741Rakero John7FtSamantha OttleyRattled home for maiden win from sticky draw on Friday. Capable of repeating.
Best Bets: Princess Renee (1),   Rakero John (7),   Beaudiene Always B (5)
Best Mile Rates: Princess Renee (1-58.0),   Beaudiene Always B (2-00.0),   Carrera Kahu (2-01.3)     [races less or equal 2000m]
Horse Movements: Rakero Maximus to Steven Reid at Rangiora
Race Number:
Race 7
Race Time:

TAYLORS CONTRACTING PACE

$13,500, 3YO & OLDER R35 TO R45, 1609m

For R35 to R45 pacers.

Participants for Race 7: TAYLORS CONTRACTING PACE
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1Country Gold6X3708Country Gold1FtJacob Dunn(J)Did it tough outside the leader on Friday. May get more cover here. First4s.
2Son Of DocX24514Son Of Doc2FtBlair OrangeClear air at a premium on Friday. Should be in nice spot early. Worth a look.
3Sandy Shore755385Sandy Shore3FtTim WilliamsFound a good position on day 1 but just fair when clear. Repeat tactics? Place.
4Miki Brown545261Miki Brown4FtKimberly ButtMid-race move paid off nicely on Friday. Steps up in grade but could place.
5Seaside Pond755616Seaside Pond5FtJonny CoxNot bad when clear late on day 1. Likes this course. Could be over the odds.
6Carlin482502Carlin6FtSheree TomlinsonCaught the eye at nice odds on Friday & no 10m handicap here. Upset claims.
7Sargent Henry86718Sargent Henry7FtWilson House(J)Contained in R38-40 grade on day 1. Back to stand start. Want right price.
8He's A Bay944050He's A Bay8FtSam ThornleyLacked another gear from the back on Friday. Others bring stronger form.
9Ukraine5X4X23Ukraine9FtBob ButtBold efforts in both 2026 starts. Wide draw bot ideal but capable of overcoming.
10Stylish Lustre727079Stylish Lustre10FtJohn MorrisonDidn't have all favours on day 1. Likely to strip fitter. Could offer some cheek
11Courtney Rose810867Courtney Rose11FtJohn DunnCouldn't go on after leading on Friday. Lead harder to find here. First4s.
12Logan Rock81P320Logan RockU1FtRobbie CloseGot it wrong at the start on Friday. Can win, but can't afford a slow getaway.
Best Bets: Ukraine (9),   Son Of Doc (2),   Logan Rock (12),   Sandy Shore (3)
Best Mile Rates: Carlin (2-02.1),   He's A Bay (2-03.9),   Stylish Lustre (2-04.6)     [races less or equal 2000m]
Gear Changes: Courtney Rose (11): RD-On, Sandy Shore (3): CC-On, Ukraine (9): BL-Off, SL-On    Legend
Race Number:
Race 8
Race Time:

MIKE AUSTIN MEMORIAL HANDICAP TROT

$20,000, R47 & FASTER DISCRETIONARY, 2400m

For R47 & faster trotters. This race is part of the Seddon Summer Trotting Series.

Participants for Race 8: MIKE AUSTIN MEMORIAL HANDICAP TROT
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1One Over Da Line921221One Over Da Line1FtJohn DunnDeserved success on Friday. Into the big time here, but don't underestimate.
2Son E210316Son E2FtSam ThornleyHonest attempt behind Nellie Doyle on day 1. Combos with similar trip.
3Love Walked In700719Love Walked In3FtHenry Sail(J)Did her chips at the start on Friday. Nice 29 Dec win but needs to behave here.
4Moses086455Moses110Sarah O'ReillyEdging closer in recent assignments & day 1 5th had merit. Add to trifectas.
5Ready Set Jet540242Ready Set Jet210Tim WilliamsWent close on Friday & 10m better off than his key rival here. A genuine hope.
6Mavis Jones872343Mavis Jones310Ben HopeNever gave up after sitting parked on day 1. Capable of dashing late with cover.
7Roydon Muscle090074Roydon Muscle120Bob ButtAttracted interest on Friday & fought on well. Likely improver. Strong claims.
8Brother Love561X08Brother Love220Gavin SmithHasn't rounded out his races in two starts back. 20m handicap no help. Odds.
9Nellie Doyle007161Nellie Doyle130Blair OrangeContinued her love affair with this course on Friday. Back to 30m but can win.
Best Bets: Nellie Doyle (9),   Ready Set Jet (5),   Roydon Muscle (7),   One Over Da Line (1)
Best Mile Rates: Ready Set Jet (2-03.0),   Mavis Jones (2-03.2),   Nellie Doyle (2-03.2)     [races between 2001m and 2400m]
Gear Changes: Ready Set Jet (5): SL-On    Legend
Race Number:
Race 9
Race Time:

TASMAN EMPRESS SPRINT SERIES HEAT 2 (MOBILE PACE)

$20,000, 4YO & OLDER MARES R45 TO R60, 1609m

For R45 to R60 4yo-&-older pacing mares. Preferential Barrier Draw Based on: Winning Stakes numbering sequentially from 1.

Participants for Race 9: TASMAN EMPRESS SPRINT SERIES HEAT 2 (MOBILE PACE)
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1Nothing But You231532Nothing But You1FtSamantha OttleyJust grabbed on the line on Friday. Chance to dictate terms from draw. Threat.
2Candy Cane176121Candy Cane2FtRiley Harrison(J)Won her way into this grade with slashing day 1 win. Place hope from barrier 2.
3Major Performer206595Major Performer3FtRobbie CloseCouldn't find more when required on Friday. Big lift needed today to feature.
4Sarasota Sunset09X648Sarasota Sunset4FtJohn MorrisonMidfield trip on day 1 but didn't capitalise. May find some too sharp today.
5Misty Blue082213Misty Blue5FtSheree TomlinsonContinued her run of form with Friday's 3rd. Better draw here. Not out of this.
6Debbie Lincoln695522Debbie Lincoln6FtKimberly ButtGritty efforts all through late 2025. Sure to have fans & can bring her best.
7Zarlini773639Zarlini7FtBen HopeAll too hard after early mistake on day 1. Can't afford anything like that today
8Always B Magic115724Always B Magic8Ft  
9Follow Your Dream317606Follow Your Dream9FtJohn DunnMidfield 6th on day 1 & lands another awkward draw today. Combos claims.
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10Gone Surfin701431Gone Surfin10FtJacob Dunn(J)Won the battle on Friday. Won't be afraid of a mid-race move. A major player.
Best Bets: Gone Surfin (10),   Debbie Lincoln (6),   Nothing But You (1)
Best Mile Rates: Gone Surfin (1-52.0),   Debbie Lincoln (1-53.5),   Follow Your Dream (1-53.8)     [races less or equal 2000m]
Gear Changes: Always B Magic (8): SL-On, Debbie Lincoln (6): BL-On, Follow Your Dream (9): SL-Off, BL-On, Sarasota Sunset (4): BL-Off    Legend
Race Number:
Race 10
Race Time:

NELSON PINE INDUSTRIES NELSON CLASSIC (MOBILE PACE)

$25,000, FFA, 1609m

For all pacers. Preferential Barrier Draw Based on: Rating numbering sequentially from 1.

Participants for Race 10: NELSON PINE INDUSTRIES NELSON CLASSIC (MOBILE PACE)
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1Shepherds Delight730055Shepherds Delight1FtJohn MorrisonFair 5th on Friday. Won at a mile here last year but looks tougher today.
2Cocktails And Caviar6X6204Cocktails And Caviar2FtTim WilliamsRun panned out on day 1 but needed another gear. First go at a mile. Combos.
3Dynasty585516Dynasty3FtBob ButtOK 6th on Friday. Harness 5000 win at 1700m is a better guide. Rough claims.
4Who's Delight893767Who's Delight4FtJacob Dunn(J)Will appreciate the mobile after mistake on day 1. Mile not perfect. First4s.
5It's Tough119311It's Tough5FtJohn DunnKept marching through the grades with Friday's Cup win. Will give a big sight.
6Hadron Collider125264Hadron Collider6FtSamantha OttleyDrops back from taking on Australasia's best. Capable at the sprint trip. EW.
7Harrison John45P522Harrison John7FtBlair OrangeVery gritty 2nd on day 1. Similar behind Pinseeker at Omakau. Worth a look.
8Vessem490853Vessem8FtOlivia ThornleyWarmed up well enough for 3rd on Friday. Back on even terms too. Chance.
9Pinseeker204031Pinseeker9FtJonny CoxLightning mid-race move worked at Omakau. Draw holds no fears. Top pick.
Best Bets: Pinseeker (9),   It's Tough (5),   Hadron Collider (6),   Harrison John (7)
Best Mile Rates: Harrison John (1-52.8),   Hadron Collider (1-53.1),   Who's Delight (1-53.8)     [races less or equal 2000m]
Gear Changes: Hadron Collider (6): SL-On    Legend
Race Number:
Race 11
Race Time:

NBS MOBILE PACE

$13,500, 3YO & OLDER R44 TO R50, 1609m

For R44 to R50 3yo-&-older pacers. Preferential Barrier Draw Based on: Rating numbering sequentially from 1.

Participants for Race 11: NBS MOBILE PACE
BookFormNameDrawHcpDriverComment
1Stanley's Rule4X3378Stanley's Rule1FtSarah O'ReillyBit too hard after early error on Friday. Same draw here. Combos best.
2Don't Tell Jenny317404Don't Tell Jenny2FtBlair OrangeTried hard on day 1 after early speed. May repeat those tactics. Place claims.
3Captain Tyron211Captain Tyron3FtJohn DunnWon easily on Friday over 2400m. Likely to press forward again. Hard to beat.
4Hi Hopes104697Hi Hopes4FtJacob Dunn(J)Honest attempt on day 1. Various options from midfield draw. Top 3/4 option.
5Miki's Courage063335Miki's Courage5FtRiley Harrison(J)Couldn't go on after leading on Friday. Early contest for lead here. Multiples.
6Destiny Dance750X92Destiny Dance6FtJohn MorrisonImpressive 2nd on day 1 & only grabbed late. Stronger grade. Upset claims.
7Queen Of Swords285407Queen Of Swords7FtGavin SmithDid some work early on Friday, so forgive. Still hunting best form. Trifectas.
8Elektra King894613Elektra King8FtTim WilliamsEntitled to tire on day 1 but didn't toss it away. May have to do similar. EW.
9The Coalman218521The Coalman9FtSamantha OttleyRattled home for Friday's win on course debut. First mile attempt. Consider.
Best Bets: Captain Tyron (3),   The Coalman (9),   Elektra King (8),   Miki's Courage (5)
Best Mile Rates: Hi Hopes (1-57.1),   Queen Of Swords (1-58.3),   Elektra King (1-58.7)     [races less or equal 2000m]
Gear Changes: Elektra King (8): BL-On    Legend
Runner Index
 
Always Bee Gee -  Race 6
Always B Magic -  Race 9
Amalfi -  Race 1
American Tos -  Race 5
Art's Mischief -  Race 3
Beaudiene Always B -  Race 6
Bella Ciao -  Race 3
Bizza To'o -  Race 2
Brian Beatt -  Race 4
Brother Love -  Race 8
Buddy Reign -  Race 1
Busters Babe -  Race 5
Candy Cane -  Race 9
Captain Tyron -  Race 11
Carlin -  Race 7
Carrera Kahu -  Race 6
Carrera Vamos -  Race 3
Cocktails And Caviar -  Race 10
Country Gold -  Race 7
Courtney Rose -  Race 7
Crown The Moment -  Race 4
Dancing N Heaven -  Race 5
Debbie Lincoln -  Race 9
Destiny Dance -  Race 11
Don't Tell Jenny -  Race 11
Dynasty -  Race 10
Edict -  Race 6
Elektra King -  Race 11
Follow Your Dream -  Race 9
Gone Surfin -  Race 9
Hadron Collider -  Race 10
Harmonia -  Race 2
Harrison John -  Race 10
Hawk Touie Louie -  Race 3
He's A Bay -  Race 7
Hi Hopes -  Race 11
Honour Bright Note -  Race 5
Hoof It Hagrid -  Race 4
Hope For Love -  Race 1
Ifyoucouldcwhatic -  Race 5
It's Tough -  Race 10
Killybegs -  Race 5
Knowing Me -  Race 4
Logan Rock -  Race 7
Love Walked In -  Race 8
Loveyou To Da Skye -  Race 4
Luca -  Race 2
Major Li -  Race 3
Major Performer -  Race 9
Mavis Jones -  Race 8
Miki Brown -  Race 7
Miki's Courage -  Race 11
Misty Blue -  Race 9
Moses -  Race 8
Natives Blazin Son -  Race 2
Nellie Doyle -  Race 8
Nothing But You -  Race 9
Now Watch Me -  Race 3
One Eye Bandit -  Race 1
One Over Da Line -  Race 8
Onnahill -  Race 2
Pickettywitch -  Race 5
Pinseeker -  Race 10
Playoffs -  Race 4
Princess Renee -  Race 6
Queen Of Swords -  Race 11
Rack'em Up -  Race 1
Rakero John -  Race 6
Rakero Maximus -  Race 6
Ready Set Jet -  Race 8
Ridge -  Race 2
Rockabilly Reign -  Race 3
Roydon Muscle -  Race 8
Sandy Shore -  Race 7
Sarasota Sunset -  Race 9
Sargent Henry -  Race 7
Seaside Pond -  Race 7
Shanky's Shot -  Race 5
Shards Lyric -  Race 5
Shepherds Delight -  Race 10
She's A Lady -  Race 1
Shewonmeover -  Race 5
Son E -  Race 8
Son Of Doc -  Race 7
Stanley's Rule -  Race 11
Stubing -  Race 1
Stumpy Blackler -  Race 5
Stylish Lustre -  Race 7
Summer Rose -  Race 3
Take A Chance On Me -  Race 3
The Coalman -  Race 11
The Gangster -  Race 5
Top Of The Hill -  Race 4
Trendy Van Gogh -  Race 1
Ukraine -  Race 7
Unico Tessa -  Race 5
Vessem -  Race 10
Who's Delight -  Race 10
Willow Valley -  Race 3
Zarlini -  Race 9
Zhutee -  Race 2