High Verified Bridl Client·Updated 1 weeks ago

Seeking Tall, Safe Hunter / Jumper for US Amateur | $75,000 All-In

Budget
€40,000
Discipline
Show Jumping
Target level
1.20m (3'11")
Timeline
Immediately
Client location
USAUSA
Rider experience
Novice Rider Friendly
Region
USAUSA

Looking for a tall, attractive and genuinely amateur-friendly hunter or jumper for a 6ft American rider. The ideal horse is safe, forgiving, comfortable to ride and has a little natural motor without being overly hot. Hunter suitability for 3'6" divisions and two-ring versatility are highly desirable.

An experienced adult amateur rider based in the United States is looking for a safe, quality competition horse suitable for hunters and/or jumpers. The rider is approximately 6ft tall and prefers horses with sufficient height, frame and presence. The main objective is to find a comfortable, reliable partner with excellent rideability, a sensible temperament and enough quality for the American hunter or jumper divisions. The buyer values good flatwork, a forgiving jumping attitude and a willing, naturally forward horse that remains easy to manage. A versatile horse capable of competing in both hunters and jumpers would be ideal, while three-ring potential would be a significant advantage. The buyer is open to travelling throughout Europe to try suitable horses.

Must have

  • Suitable size and frame for a 6ft adult rider
  • Safe, reliable and genuinely amateur-friendly temperament
  • Straightforward and comfortable rideability
  • Good brain and sensible attitude
  • Honest and forgiving jumping character
  • Willing, naturally forward attitude
  • Some natural motor without excessive blood
  • Not overly hot, sharp or strong
  • Suitable for hunters and/or jumpers
  • For hunter candidates, quality for the 3'6" divisions
  • Good basic flatwork and responsiveness to the aids
  • Enough experience to be reliable at the intended level
  • Good veterinary suitability for intended competition use
  • Maximum overall budget of $75,000 USD, including commission, shipping and stated import costs

Nice to have

  • Hunter or jumper discipline
  • Two-ring horse preferred, three-ring versatility a bonus
  • Breed and pedigree
  • Tangelo van de Zuuthoeve bloodlines strongly preferred but not mandatory
  • Selle Français breeding appreciated
  • Landanum bloodlines of interest
  • Exact age not specified
  • Gender not specified
  • Colour not specified
  • Exact height, provided the horse has enough size and frame
  • Hunter or jumper competition history depending on suitability
  • Geographic location within Europe
  • Horse type, provided it is attractive, athletic and suitable for the rider

Deal breakers

  • Horse clearly too small or lacking sufficient frame for the rider
  • Dangerous or unpredictable behaviour
  • Excessively hot, sharp or reactive temperament
  • Very strong or difficult rideability
  • Horse requiring a highly technical professional ride
  • Unreliable jumping behaviour
  • Horse that requires substantial retraining or education
  • Significant veterinary concerns incompatible with intended use
  • Excessive maintenance requirements
  • Total acquisition costs exceeding $75,000 USD
"We are actively looking for a tall, safe and reliable hunter or jumper for an experienced American amateur rider. The ideal horse should have enough size and frame for a 6ft rider, excellent rideability and a genuinely amateur-friendly temperament. A little natural motor is preferred, but the horse must remain straightforward, forgiving and comfortable to ride without being overly hot or strong. For hunter candidates, the goal is to compete in the 3'6" divisions. A horse capable of competing in both hunters and jumpers would be especially interesting, with three-ring potential an added bonus. The buyer particularly loves Tangelo van de Zuuthoeve breeding and also appreciates Selle Français and Landanum bloodlines. However, the right temperament, suitability and overall feeling are more important than pedigree. Good veterinary results and minimal maintenance requirements are preferred. The target purchase price is approximately €40,000–€45,000, with a maximum overall budget of $75,000 USD including commission, shipping and import costs. The buyer is flexible with travel and willing to visit suitable horses throughout Europe."

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