The Whips International brand Lite-Touch whip is quickly becoming the preferred whip of jockeys and riders in the horse racing Industry, Designed with the horse's welfare In mind, it's padded popper end Is kinder and gentler than standard whips which have a hard end. Jockeys that are having to follow new racing commission rules and switch to the padded whip, after having been riding with the traditional jockey whip for years, will find little difference when using the Lite-Touch. It has nearly the same amount of weight at the bottom as a hard end whip and will swing and make contact at the same speed. The jockey will be able to twirl, hit and switch the Lite-Touch? padded whip back and forth between hands, riding his or her horse to the finish, without ever noticing the difference.Classic whip with a hard popper end. Overall length 29 3/4", Flap length 1/2", Flap Width 1 1/4". Color may vary. Jockeys please check your local racing regulations to ensure your compliance.