HIGH GEAR MARIA narrowly beaten at long odds last start at Townsville, serious player. INFRASONIC in strong form with two wins from 12 attempts this campaign and can claim the rails early if outjumps those drawn either side, capable of getting into the money with a bit of luck. HARA'S JADE 2 wins from six attempts this campaign and has very strong form at Townsville, consider in exotics. SALLY SAID ran five lengths back from the winner last start at Townsville and is running at preferred distance, outside hope.