FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How much does it cost to buy a share?
A share in each racehorse will cost a one off fully inclusive payment as quoted. The amount may change from horse to horse. This is for a specified fixed term.
How many shares are there?
There are 1600 shares available in TREBLE WINNERS and 1400 shares in POSSIBLE AMBITION.
What is included in the price?
When you buy a share your payment is used to cover the costs of horse transport to the yard, breaking in the horse, pre-training, administration, training fees, veterinary treatment, blacksmiths, gallop fees, trainer expenses, transport to and from racecourses and jockey fees. There will be opportunities to visit the horse at the trainers yard. You have all the benefits of owning your own horse for a fraction of the cost.
Do I get an owners and trainers badge?
Complimentary owners and trainer badges will be allocated via a ballot system as they are limited by the racecourse and cannot be guaranteed for every member, we will always apply for the maximum amount.
Do I own the horse?
The horse is owned by the shareholders, we plan to run the syndicate until the specifed end of term. At the end of this term we may get an opportunity to continue the syndicate for a further 12 months for a reduced annual cost, sell the horse or retire the horse.
How often will the horse run?
This will vary depending on the horse, it will depend on many factors, such as fitness, conditions and going. We firmly believe in letting the trainer handle the strategy and management of the horse and he/she will know when the horse it ready to run. Most horses will run an average of 6 to 10 times per season. In some extreme cases the horse may not make it to the racecourse, as a back up for times like this we have the option to lease an additional horse as a replacement.
What information do I get?
Your point of contact will be our syndicate manager. You will receive regular updates on the progress of the horse, race plans and strategy, photographs and videos. We will also send information about race entries and final declarations by telephone, email and text message. You may also receive audio messages via email or whatsapp with regular updates direct from the trainer. In addition to this we will always supply a race preview and review before and after each race.
Who decides when the horse runs?
We invite input and opinions from all shareholders regarding the horse. The final decision on where and when to run the horse will the left to the person who knows the horse the best, the trainer. You will be informed five days before each race of the entry and two days before of the declaration. It is not unusual to enter a horse in several races before deciding which to run in.
How am I kept informed ?
Our communication channels include email, video, voice message and old fashioned telephone conversations in addition to yard visits and plans discussed on course.
What colours and name does the horse run in?
The horse will run in the BLUE MOON RACING name and our distinctive sky blue colours.
Can I visit the horse at the stables?
Throughout the year we organise regular stable visits for shareholders to see our horses on the gallops and resting at home. This gives you a chance to chat to the trainer in more relaxed surroundings away from the racecourse.
Do I get a share of the prize money?
The prize money less deductions made by the racing authorities is split with each shareholder receiving a pro-rata share.. Prize money is often paid down to 8th place so it is not just for the race winners.
How do I get my prize money?
The prize money is retained until the end of the term, at that point a statement is issued regarding the prize money and payment is made to all shareholders within 28 days of the end of the syndicate term.
How do I pay?
You can join the syndicate by paying online on this website for your initial upfront payment. Alternatively you may contact us and pay by bank transfer.
Will I get tips and racing information?
You will get all the inside information from when your own horse wins plus updates on other horses within our organisation. We will forward tips from our expert tipping service for major meetings such as Cheltenham, Aintree, Ascot and Goodwood.