What are the Beyer Speed figures and how should they be interpreted?
The speed figures a considered an objective measure of the performance of the horse for that particular race. They take into account all the race conditions, and also compare the race with other races run that day at the same track. I am sure someone knows how to compute the figures, but the important point is they are an objective representation of the horse’s performance for that race. Beyer figures over 100 are exceptional and clearly signal a stakes performer. Figures in the range of 60 – 90 would probably represent decent allowance caliber horses.
