Thanks for the input fellas,

The point I make is that if an informed form student knows that the inside running at todays meeting is a quagmire then he will adjust his form calculations accordingly(it was posted as a dead track earlier in the day). That is unless the horse is able to handle this type of running, then, as I said, it can be an advantage.
There is potential there to affect our overall ratings/appraisals as in general terms a lot of programs provide an advantage of +.5kg for the first seven barrier positions. I am not saying that I adhere to this criterion but there is a perception that the inside barrier(s) offer some advantage which may assist a particular runner(ie.less distance covered in the run than wide runners, taking up a forward position, etc).
Anyway, I look forward to a wide range of views on this subject and value your opinions.

See ya later.