2020 Draft Cross Gelding
16.1 hh
His name is Rio (Spanish meaning River) and like a river he carries you with confidence wherever you go! This is the Blue Roan Everyone Dreams About… The Horse You’ll Never Forget. Some horses are good at one job. Rio is the kind that makes you wonder if there’s anything he can’t do.
Rio is a stunning 16.1hh, 6-year-old, true blue roan gelding with a personality bigger than Texas. He’s the first one to meet you at the gate, has never met a stranger, and genuinely enjoys being around people. Whether its bubble baths, hugs or treats, Rio's loves his people and with his kind eye, easy-going nature, and willing attitude he's the kind of horse everyone falls in love with.
If you’re searching for a horse that is 100% safe, dependable, and confidence-building, Rio checks every box. He is the definition of a family-safe gelding with a calm, laid-back disposition that keeps riders relaxed whether they’re in the arena, on the trail, or out on the ranch. Kids, beginners, and experienced riders alike appreciate his forgiving nature and steady mind.
A good relaxing trail ride is always on Rio's mind! He loves to ride down the trails, just slow and easy. Take his buddies, take your buddies and just made a relaxing day of it! Whether he's in the front, leading the way or way behind all alone, Rio never makes a fuss. Crossing logs, ditches, creeks, streams, muddy bogs or slick surfaces are all mastered by him as well. Rio has been ridden by total beginners of all ages and has even been trail ridden by children ages 4, 6 and 8 all at the same time. He has been on week long trail riding and camping trips with attendance groups as large as an estimated 2000 riders.
If you need it, Rio is far more than just a trail horse—he’s an accomplished ranch partner. He has pasture roped, doctored sick cattle, caught cattle out of thick brush, loaded trucks, and has seen countless long days of honest ranch work. Nothing rattles him, and he handles every job with the same quiet confidence. He has been ridden around Buffalo, Water Buffalo, Watusi cows and has seen zebra as well.
His resume doesn’t stop there. Rio has spent time in the rodeo world where he has proudly carried the American flag during grand entries, worked as a pickup horse for bronc riding, and has roped and pulled bulls from the rodeo arena. He has graced rodeo arenas from Cheyenne, WY to Columbus, OH and their is nothing that he hasn't seen or heard! Bright lights, loud crowds, bucking horses, all of the Rodeo Clowns antics and chaos don’t faze him one bit.
When hunting season rolls around, Rio is right at home in the mountains. He has been hunting in the rugged mountains of Wyoming, confidently navigating steep terrain while packing gear and taking care of his rider every step of the way. Whether going up or down the mountains he is sure footed and picks the safest route even in the most dangerous of situations.
In the arena, Rio is just as impressive. He is one-hand broke, moves willingly off leg pressure, lopes perfect circles, and is soft in every maneuver. He’s also been ridden English and has proven himself to be a talented jumper, making him versatile enough to excel in nearly any discipline you choose.
Whether your dream is weekend trail rides, ranch work, rodeos, hunting camp, English riding, or simply owning one of the safest, most trustworthy, most bombproof horses that you’ll ever throw a leg over... Rio is ready to become your partner. Opportunities to own a horse this versatile, this gentle, and this eye-catching don’t come around often. Rio isn’t just another pretty face—he’s the kind of once-in-a-lifetime gelding that creates memories for years to come.
