Thanks Anne and it seems as though you have a holistic method that works.
Yes, many of us probably place alot of emphasis on pedigree far ahead of factors.
Your view re hard raced mares is interesting and something shared by other breeders.
Could environment (nutrition etc. ) potentially help explain why NZ bred horses are generally better than Au bred?? i.e. high fertile / volcanic soil ?
Thanks again and all the best in the finals.