why do US racehorses wear white tack?

Just watched the video of Rachel Alexandra at the Preakness & I'm curious as to why racehorses in the US often wear white bridles? In the UK it isn't seen.

Anyone know?

Thanks!
Chris

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Permalink Reply by darla leeanne flack on July 26, 2009 at 1:34pm

lol cause they are Pretty! No scientific reason. Same as Banged tails.

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