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Rook is a sporty dude who came in from Second Chance Thoroughbreds to get restarted and going. He is a project horse at this point, but coming along quickly under saddle. Once we get shoes on him, I think his life will improve greatly (scheduled for next week). 

Rook’s has perhaps one of the worst race records I have encountered - he’s just so so so slow. He retired in 2019 and became a pasture pet for the next many years. At some point in there, he received a 30-day restart but then went back to the field without much followup.

Then he came here. He’s now in 3-4 days a week of work and starting to learn the ropes and get comfortable under saddle. I did clip him to deal with that exceptionally fuzzy coat and the mud. He has been good for the farrier for a quick trim and excellent in the field. He tolerates a stall when he has a buddy nearby but the enclosed spaces are not his favorite. 

At this point, Rook is available to a good rider with a trainer who understands Thoroughbreds. He could go in any direction - he’s certainly catty enough for eventing and jumpers, but he may also enjoy trails and a more easy going way of being. That said, despite looking like a kids pony, he is firmly not a beginner’s horse. 

Rook is available at $4500 as an adoption fee through Second Chance Thoroughbreds. He will come with a contract, but it is not limiting in ability to resale etc. 

Manhattan (Ten Bits 16.1+h 2020 Gelding by Tale of Verve (Tale of Ekati) with Irish lines (Not Impossible) on the dam side).

I love Tale of Ekati kiddos and Manhattan is no exception. Just like his relatives (Koops, Fig, Ranger, Preston) he is kind, snuggly, polite, smart, and wants to work. Oh and he, like them, is crazy athletic with a big ground covering stride. 

Manhattan was recently gelded, but there’s not a cell in this horse’s body that had any idea that he was a colt. He has zero bad behavior on the ground, and under saddle he is figuring out the new game and showing off just how fancy he is going to be.

 His first post track ride went well and I’m excited to see how he comes together once I get him a little bit more together and understanding of the job at hand (my indoor is small so means a lot of turning). By the end he was coming over his back and reaching out under himself like he fully understood the ask. 

If I was a betting woman, I’d put money on this horse being someone’s horse of a lifetime. He’s just that kind and intelligent. 

Manhattan is eligible for the RRP this near and in 2026. I think he’ll kill it in eventing or dressage (his movement is great) but Tale of Ekati kiddos also do quite well in hunter land. He’d be suitable for a good (intermediate +) rider with a trainer (adult or junior). 

Manhattan is listed at $5500 until I get a few more miles on him and get him out and about over fences. 

Overanalyze (Dixie Union) x a Kingmambo mare (both lines make for great brains and good movement!). Pedigree: https://www.equineline.com/Free-5X-Pedigree.cfm/Free-5X-Pedigree.cfm?page_state=VERIFY&include_sire_line=N&include_truenick=N&reference_number=10480597&CFID=170501192&CFTOKEN=c6af3d50be2c6b63-6A025280-5056-BE2F-7857FDD92DE30CBB 

Dixie is one heck of a talented, kind, level-headed mare. She came in a few days ago and has immediately proven just how sensible she is. My barn is general chaos and Dixie walked right in and got down to business. She turns out well with the other mares, handled the first time in the indoor like a pro, and even popped over a few fences on her first go-round. I literally have no complaints about this pretty girl - and she looks like a female Gibbs, so that’s all even more endearing.

Second ride at Kivu: https://youtu.be/ZEKf_rUETsM?si=eXYjm9GTVCBAKuzW

First ride at Kivu : https://youtu.be/8ffg2YeFM1U?si=wq3nUFBlNdL6e3OT 

Undersaddle Dixie is uncomplicated and about as versatile as they come. She takes leg well and comes naturally over her back into the bridle. She easily got both leads and figured out her footwork to a few small fences. She has a great hind leg in her canter and a trot that shows the makings of really stretching forward towards contact. In other words, this mare is generally lovely and would be suitable for most intermediate or above riders who want to do anything from trail ride and hunter pace, to full-time fox hunt, or event, do dressage or jump over all the painted poles. 

This is one Thoroughbred that I would recommend for a good riding Junior as well as an adult amateur with a trainer. She’s really quite docile and kind - again, not a packer, but just a good, steady-minded girl. 

In the past Dixie has hunted with Millbrook Hunt and has worked as a whip as well. She rides away from the group well, is smart about the hounds, and overall a lovely ride in a snaffle. She’s not a deadhead but she is smart and quiet enough and has all the makings of being a stellar regular hunt horse (she’s been out 8 or so times all with good performances).

I’m excited to get her going over fences more in the next few weeks. In the meantime, Dixie is offered at $7500 to increase with training. 

When I had the opportunity to take Finch (formerly "Morty") on, I jumped at the opportunity. Finch is an exceptionally well-bred kiddo (Morning Line (Tiznow) with an Artie Schiller (El Prado) mare) who is true to his ancestry: tall, somewhat narrow, with big swinging gaits and a kind, curious demeanor. https://www.equineline.com/Free-5X-Pedigree.cfm/Nell's%20Bells?page_state=DISPLAY_REPORT&reference_number=10407404&registry=T&horse_name=Nell%27s%20Bells&dam_name=Nell%27s%20Enjoyment&foaling_year=2017&include_sire_line=N&include_truenick=N&sig=E518349ED619BD51840F7B156FCAF938

Finch showed up from Georgia after a few months of high quality training. The road north was a bit rough on him, so we’re working on getting weight and muscle back on, but that shouldn’t be too hard considering how much he loves his alfalfa. 

When I swung a leg over, I had no idea what to expect. Everything I had seen of his schooling had been positive, but sometimes you never know with these kids. Nopelope, not this time. His former connections have done great - He blew me away. Finch is steady and light in the bridle, round, powerful and respectful. He was eager to please from step one and seemed to enjoy showing off all of his knowledge and buttons.

First ride at Kivu:  https://youtu.be/bM48opk_XT4?si=KXdQz5qzWYifkZxP

This horse is literally just stunning and athletic. I’m excited to get him sand dancing this season. He has made it clear that he will excel at dressage and quite enjoys the challenges the discipline presents. And with the right person I expect he’ll make the kind of bond that gives him the confidence to extend down the diagonal but also half halt off the leg and wait for what is next. I’m really excited about this one…

In turnout, he’s playful but well-mannered. He’s figuring out where his long legs go on NY frozen ground and being really quite smart about all the things that are new to him. He’s good with others, good on the crossties and good to haul. He can be a bit of a picky eater, but he’s quickly learning about my feed plan and allowing the calories to do their job. 

Finch is best suited for a competition home with a trainer. He would be suitable for a very good riding young rider (like comfortable with TBs running first  level dressage or above) or a high quality ammie with a TB-loving trainer. This is also a horse that I could see a pro getting ahold of and taking up the levels. He really is that talented. 

Please reach out for his pricing (404-509-4655)

Gin is a positively lovely creature. He is calm, reflective, and most of all, kind. He is also built like a tank and has lovely sweeping movement that will no doubt cover ground.

We finally grew enough foot to glue shoes on his hinds and wow- what a lovely critter. He’s fancy, smart as all get out, and exceptionally happy to have a job. Gin came in without shoes and exceptionally foot sore due to how nubbish his hooves had become before arriving here (and yes, amazingly still flicks his toes covering said ground). My farrier managed to get fronts on him and we finally got glue ons behind. 

Second post track ride https://youtu.be/Fhf51ocEV9w?si=Ej9qmtUKH4oDaGIT

First post-track ride: https://youtu.be/-haVxN1zTV8?si=fFOhNgkNukpvS9vu

It is clear that he loves to work and is super kind and intelligent about what is asked. He offered absolutely zero funny business and walk trotted and cantered quietly and learned quickly how to get straighter through his shoulders. His canter is already clear, rhythmic and lovely. No, he’s not using his back (who does with sore feet?) and yes his price reflects that I can’t show off just how nice he is until his feet heal up and grow. But believe me this little tank of a horse is going to be great. 

On the ground, Gin is perhaps one of the most polite, quiet horses we have had through. You can tell that he thinks carefully and critically about the world around him and then makes reasonable decisions every time. He loves to be groomed, stands great on the crossties, has no stall vices, turns out well with others and generally is a pleasure to be around.

Gin is suitable for any quality rider with a knowledgeable trainer. I think he would be an excellent fox hunter (he loves dogs), hunter, eventer… dressage… trail, you name it. He is fancy enough for the big time stuff, and smart enough and reasonable enough to be a great all around horse. He would make a great first restart project for someone and he is eligible for the Retired Racehorse Project’s 2025 and 2026 Makeovers (assuming rules don’t change). 

Random aside: In an odd twist of fate, I went to my first race this summer on July 4. Gin won the first race I have ever seen in person, and I got to hop in on his win photo due to a friend’s connections. *I know… first race? … I have spent lots of time on the backside of tracks and the training centers but have never had the time or drive to actually watch the real thing. Moving closer to the tracks has made that possible. 

Ginnsu Warrior is available at 5500$. Price will increase with training and experience. No trades or off property trials.

RRP Eligible!

Artie has had about 7-7 rides post track and has already proved that he’s going to be the real deal. He makes a naturally correct shape with his body and has three clear, super balanced (and fancy) gaits. He’s uncomplicated and like any A student Thoroughbred, very much wants to get the answer right every time.

Fourth ride post-track: https://youtu.be/qTJ-9ISgU0E?si=LMKhBk8H79F_ziew

I have a sneaking suspicion that this kiddo will easy make his way around a big jump track, remaining balanced no matter whether it’s a 1.2m speed class or if someone is clicking around the 250 mpm starter course.

That said, he’ll also score well in dressage and will eagerly learn the tests with you. You just might have to make sure you throw in enough variation or this smart kiddo will memorize it for you.

Artie was a favorite at the track and was purchased to be a dressage diva. He certainly will do well in that field, but his owner has had some health concerns and has had her long time heart racehorse retire and come ready for retraining. Regretfully, Artie is for ⛵️ to the perfect home, but everyone involved is super excited to see him succeed in his next venture!

Artie’s only vice is that he cannot be alone in a stall without friends he can see nearby. He’s great at boarding barns with ample horses and does well with all sorts of stall set ups, just don’t leave him for last for turnout or bringing in. He turns out well with others (mid-pack pecking order) and otherwise has no stall vices.

Artie would do well with a competent junior or adult ammie with a qualified trainer. He is not a hot horse and has shown absolutely zero proclivity towards bad behavior under saddle, but because he can be a tiny bit sensitive / electric, we’re aiming to steer clear of patently hot-seated riders or straight up beginners.

Artie is offered at 6,000 for an efficient movement to the right home.

This is one of my favorite sires and Jenna carries pretty much all of the best traits- flowing quality movement, big bay builds, personable and that trot! I could ride that trot all day. 

Hunters take a look - I think she’d kill it! But fox hunt her (she likes dogs) event her, or burn up the dressage arena… she’s going to be a stellar sporthorse no matter what discipline she is pointed at.

Jenna has been off the track for a few years and has been with an amateur. While I think Jenna would do well with a high quality riding amateur again, she is better suited for a program that has good structure and angles towards competition goals. Jenna does well in regular work with clear goals and boundaries both on the ground and in the saddle. 

Recent school: https://youtu.be/Q7KxqKvzPL0?si=3lUBbzi4Nu9KaN_e

First ride at Kivu: https://youtu.be/NR99kbZ4tdg?si=lurVuBKsFzKSR7-t

Since she arrived, Jenna has been nothing but a pleasure to have in the barn. She’s good with the other mares and easy to keep (aka loves her food). She’s barefoot currently, but would likely be happy to wear shoes as she continues her training. 

Her first ride here finished up beautifully. She was fluid and showed off her level head and quality movement. Jenna needs a rider who can keep her in front of their leg and who isn’t put off by some negotiation (this is a mare who does not tolerate being ridden like a gelding. Can’t say I blame her 🤷🏻‍♀️)

True to her name though, Jenna is prone to think that she’s in charge. She’s not really a boss mare though and seems to be happy to rely on direction when it is confident. She’s mid pack in the here and is a rule follower otherwise- assuming the rules are clear and consistent. 

Jenna is offered at 8000 to the right home and program. Trial fees apply (see above) and video of potential buyer riding will be requested before booking a trial. 

Leni is the type of filly that turns everyone’s heads. She has the geldings, the mares and the humans watching her strut around the farm. Leni is currently coming along well at the WTC while we see what she can and wants to do.

Her backstory is pretty straightforward: Leni came off the track last year and went to a knowledgable home with her owner, who restarted her and with the help of their trainer, had her going well WTC. 

Leni does best with a consistent schedule and a steady, unchanging herd, so when life got in the way, they decided to prioritize her and move her to us to help get her back on a regular schedule of rides and to someone who can also keep her clicking along and making steady progress.

Jump School in Reverse: https://youtu.be/NDNqYJ9ESCQ?si=npMUzZMSHImU1fdv

Most recent flat video:

https://youtu.be/ossB85nAEJc?si=RYBRySE5-_SCbSbL

 https://youtu.be/ossB85nAEJc?si=LTEOwdxHwoRcPk2k 

Leni has done exactly that since she arrived. She has taken a breath, sorted through all the newness of this place and begun to really make huge riding strides. While she still needs a bit of strength and to lift her core a bit, her gaits are fantastic. This little mare is going to be flashy not only in her conformation but in her movement and toe-flicking correctness as she covers ground. I am also super excited to see how she handles fences (once she is ready). 

Leni does have some "growing up" to do on the ground and in the field but we're well situated to help make that happen and she is learning how to be super good at speed. 

Leni is offered a negotiable price - reach out directly (low fours). No off-site leases or trades; trial fees apply. (see above). 

On-site lease only in Lansing, NY 

I love this little snapping horse. He is the most amazingly grumpy, athletic pain in the ass out there. And I adore all of his ridiculous overflow of personality (hence me putting off selling him since I bought him at the end of February of 2023). But I legitimately own too many and while I think he’ll be able to do anything anyone wants, my gut tells me that this horse will be a killer first flight fox hunter and or mid-level eventer with the right rider and situation. 

I may consider an off-site lease in an exceptional situation but before you read any further, he is NOT available to a boarding barn situation. His sense of humor and snapping turtle nature are too much of a risk and I don't want him anywhere he won't be loved as much as he is here. 

Makeover XC 

https://youtu.be/QXDovQIdPu4?si=MJ_z7HRlzyl4XVoz

Makeover Dressage: 

https://youtu.be/bXhorTcXJ-Q?si=m2T8Iej2FKssi1qh

So I’m legging him up to hunt and event and see what he thinks. In the meantime, he is for lease to a human that will put his quirky, odd-ball self first and enjoy all of the comical, sweet, but gnashy bits that are Wolf. 

OK, more specifically, Wolf competed in this year’s RRP Makeover in show jumping and BN eventing and he has miles at starter before that. Man is that horse brave. In KY, he took in all the arenas and all the fences, water, down bank, ditch etc etc etc without batting an eye. Wolf has scope for plenty more, though grids will definitely help him nail down his footwork. He has all the movement and presence to stop traffic, even at just 16h. 

Wolf did all of this well on less rides than I would have liked. His letdown from the track took a while and came in fits and spurts where he would get body sore and would get more time off. When I competed him in KY, I think he had maybe 30 retraining rides… MAYBE. He is now past the sore part, has packed on the pounds (finally)  and is onto the “needs a job” stage. 

Wolf has a hell of a hind leg and is put together like a proper Ferarri. He ran 63 times mostly in Louisiana and was sound for the duration - this kid is tough as nails and knows (and loves) that job. Thus, he is definitely not for an inexperienced rider. 

Add to it that he is smart - frankly smarter than most people I know - and thus is super good at getting himself in slightly comical trouble. He does not have a buck or rear, but he will outsmart you undersaddle if you're not on top of your game or if he feels your boundaries are merely suggestions. 

That said, Wolf is ALL WORK when in the tack. He loves his job and likes nothing more than to show you that he can do it. Wolf is INtense not tense. But whether in the saddle or on the ground, he mandates a sense of humor. Like many Malibu Moons and Ghostzappers, he can be … “expressive.” He is food aggressive and is generally likely to snap in your direction or lift a leg to threaten to kick when being groomed. Please note, he has no intention to bite or kick you… it is a game. And according to a vet who knew him when he was a yearling - he has always been like this. We just laugh at him, tell him it is not allowed and oddly he wins hearts on a daily basis. 

*We have gastro-scoped etc etc etc and all clean .. .He also receives maintenance and adequate appropriate for a 9 year old horse who ran hard for 7 of those years. He has earned it.

Despite all his goofy-grumpy antics, he is easy to love. See, he actually likes people, but it seems that he has no ability to be normal, so snappy affection is his go-to. I’d love to see this petit powerhouse of an alligator run through the mid-levels or cruise around the fox hunt field. He will always have a home with me, but in the meantime, he would love to have his own human and go do all the things. 

Wolf’s lease would be 450 half lease, 900 full lease, lessons required (price additional) . Must be able to coordinate ride schedules and be 18 or above. Located in Lansing, NY - on-site trial fees apply (see above) 

SOLD Seriously good (tall, UPHILL) egg alert: 

Bowing Snowman, ~17h 2018 OTTB gelding by Laoban located in Lansing, NY

Snowman has been here for a little over a month and I like this kid more and more everyday. Do Not Let Me Keep Him! He is coming out of his shell and has a reserved but very goofy personality that I find quite amusing. He’s an absolute gentleman for everything on the ground and has figured out fancy under saddle (now we’re building strength to make it even more impressive).

Most recent flat and fences indoor school: https://youtu.be/5QNgbC_F0sY?si=YrvLpwZWflQwPEYN

Outside video: https://youtu.be/LD6par2c3ok?si=BtQCdawwa6S6LbOW

Literally folks, this horse is the whole package for someone who can ride- he’s tall, dark, handsome and kind and he’s honestly going to be an eventing, dressage, fox hunting, or show jumping phenom. *But you have to be able to ride and is experienced with Thoroughbreds.* He has zero vices under saddle but he is a huge horse who gets tight and worried if you get tight and then he parodies a Dutch harness horse until you can get him in the outside rein. Each ride there’s less harness pony and more fancy, confident awesome Snowman who enjoys his new job. 

Watching him figure this all out has been a joy and I won’t lie, when I have limited time and need to fit one more ride in. I hop on this guy. He has hacked out alone, ridden in the arena with others (and alone) braved extremely cold temps and snow and ridden out because he was cursed with the name Snowman so it is only appropriate that he’s the one snowy ride of the small blizzard day. He is good around dogs, with farriers, crossties, turnout … you name it. And he’s gamely started over cross rails. 

To sum it up, this horse is just a tall, smart, brave, kind all around good dude. Oh and he’s RRP eligible. I’d love to see him at the Makeover next year- he’s going to make waves no matter where he goes and I’m so excited to follow along. 

Because it is the winter and I need to keep ponies moving, Snowman is priced at $8000 to increase with training and experience. No offsite trials or trades.

Sold! This is one lovely critter. Bunny is seriously big boned, handsome as the day is long and the kind of goofy that endears folks to the best of the Thoroughbred geldings. He is curious, comical and the type of ding dong that you know is going to be a force of nature out in competition.

Bunny moves well and makes a lovely natural shape with his long neck. He is currently barefoot with huge feet but could use some shoes to help support his growth. 

Bunny could go in absolutely any direction though I think dressage and event folks will absolutely love him.

Flat:https://youtu.be/hBy7gFO_G0U?si=hYBbXd-e_tWAIp0p 

Fences: https://youtu.be/n0W3MSC2J9s?si=fHckVL_jH3-uqV8x

 He is brave and talented but also playful and totally an overgrown toddler so Like most of these guys, he’s suitable for good riding folks with trainers experienced in Thoroughbreds who knows how to enforce boundaries. He has no vices under saddle or on the ground.

Fox hunters also should take note as those big bones and elegant shape will certainly look the part out with the hounds.

Bunny is offered at 7,500 to increase with training and experience. Trial fees apply. See above