While I am not new to horses nor to Morgans, I am new to the Morgan show world. I have attended a few A-rated shows, although I have yet to show myself (hopefully in 2009). I have observed that most Morgans entering the hunt division have pulled manes. I realize that this is also customary for most breeds/shows, especially open and hunter/jumper shows. I believe the rules state that Morgans can be shown, unbraided, with a full mane, yet I have yet to see one shown that way. I have been working very hard for the last year on my mare’s mane (she had a huge bald spot right in the middle). I would now hate to pull it short in order to braid it. However, I think I would be very out of place showing with a full mane. What about braiding it long, then tying it up without having bump braids? Would have be acceptable? Any comments/advice are appreciated.