The name "Standardbred" originated because the early trotters (pacers would not come into favor until much later) were required to reach a certain standard for the mile distance in order to be registered as part of the new breed. The mile is still the standard distance covered in nearly every harness race.
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- USTA: Harness Racing Explains what the standardbred is and describes its history, characteristics, racing, gaits, equipment and racing terminology (from the U.S. Trotting Association).