Skills / Disciplines

All Around, Athletic, Beginner, Cross, Draft, Flashy, Husband Safe, Jumping, Kid Safe, Ranch, Ranch Work, Ridden English, Ridden Western, Show, Trail, Trail Riding, Youth

Additional Comments

AVAILABLE ON ONLINE HORSE AUCTION AT www DOT Horsebid DOT com
BIDDING OPEN NOW thru Monday | June 1st...⭐️ The AMERICAN CLASSIC ⭐️

*Final price will be determined on auction site*

CONSIGNOR CONTACT: Triple R Horses 610 806 2613
LOCATION: New Holland, PA
AGE: 7

“Stoick” is a 7yr old, 16.3hh, Percheron/QH cross gelding. I am not even sure where to begin, but I will start by saying, I will be extremely jealous of the lucky person who gets to keep this guy forever.... (read more) This is one of the most unique draft crosses that I have ever owned. From his regal presence, to his almost “human” like personality…. Stoick is truly here to be your best friend. Not only is he extremely friendly, caring, and in your pocket, he has a very calming “vibe” about him, he is very therapeutic to be around. Some days I just go in his stall with him and hang out. He will place his huge head into your arms and lift your spirits. If you have been searching for a true, forever best friend, your search is over, here he is.
Stoick is the perfect combination of his breeding. He is a large bodied horse, with thick legs and nice hooves. But he is not a clunky drafty guy. He is uphill, athletic, and agile on his feet. Making him eligible for many different disciplines. I have never loved riding a draft cross as much as I love riding Stoick. His intuitive brain, athleticism, and ability to keep you safe, all packaged into a tall, dark, handsome and charming fellow.
In the barn, Stoick has zero bad habits or vices. He is quiet in his stall, and never asks for anything. He will hang his head out and take a nap, or ask for pets. He is a babysitter in the pasture and gets along with everyone. He is the first one to greet you in the pasture or at the gate and nuzzle your arm if you are holding a lead rope as if he is saying “let’s go do something together!” Stoick will stand around on the cross ties all day long to be groomed, clipped, braided, tacked, bathed, etc. He will nuzzle you and put his head in your arms any chance he gets. When I am grooming a horse, or braiding a horses tail by his stall door he will try to get my attention, “me next please!”. He is extremely docile and gentle to work around. He is gentle with kids, and beginners, and has wonderful ground manners. He is safe with dogs running around his feet and playing around him. Stoick is a good boy for the farrier and the vet. He loads and trailers very well, and fits into my regular size horse trailer. He will back off or turn around to unload. You can tie him to the trailer to get ready to go and he will always stand patiently.
Go hit the trails and have fun. Stoick will keep you safe. He will go up, over, under, through, absolutely ANYTHING that you ask. I have almost never ridden such an agreeable, try it, okay I will do this for you type of horse. You ask, he goes. I absolutely LOVE hitting the trails with Stoick, he is relaxing, reliable, safe, and brave the whole ride. I have asked Stoick to do some pretty sketchy things and he has never told me no. From mountain climbing, to swimming, crossing scary bridges, going down steep banks, jumping logs along the way, Stoick is always going to get you to the other side in one piece. You can trot and lope him through the fields or along the lakeside then go right back to leisure walk. He will lead your group through the thick and thin without even blinking an eye. Stoick will ride out with a lengthy walk with faster horses or knock it down and go nice and slow with slower horses and ponies. He just knows. Stoick will lead, follow, go out in groups and alone. He is independent and happy to ride alone, or leave the group. Whether you go out for 15 min or 4 hours, he is ears forward and happy to go on an adventure. Stoick is 100% traffic safe, safe with bikes, dogs, hikers, deer, snakes, trains, turkeys, you name it. Enjoy your ride, and dismount grinning ear to ear!
Stoick rides western, english and bareback. He has smooth, adjustable gaits, and a lofty, extremely comfortable canter. He is soft in your hands and a very simple ride. He is the type of horse that could pack around your husband, kids, friends, then go to work for you. He is very smart and can tell when his rider is a beginner or not. He gentles down his gaits and aids and doesn’t get upset if his rider is off balance etc. Stoick can certainly take a joke, and he is just happy to be involved. He is the perfect combo of whoa and go, pokey as long as you want, but goes to work when asked. He is very intelligent and learns SUPER fast. He enjoys pleasing his rider and he does not get upset when asked to try new things! Stoick is happy to work in the ring or hack out, he doesn’t mind either way! Stoick is the same horse every ride. If he sits, you can tack him right up and go ride. He does not offer any silly business. He does not need to be in a routine. And he is the same horse off property, in fact, he treats new places like he has lived there forever. He is the horse that you can jump on bareback in a halter and lead rope and go for an evening stroll around the farm. He is also the horse that your kids can climb on and go play with, knowing that they will be taken care of.
In the ring, Stoick will walk, jog, trot, and canter. He moves nicely off of your leg and will ride off of your seat, and listens to voice commands. Stoick will move laterally, side pass, pivot, neck rein, back up, you can ask for a quick stop or bring him down slowly through his gaits. He listens right away to the word “whoa”. You can ask him to do a western jog, or extend his trot and move out. He is the type of horse that almost just feels “custom” when you are riding him, like he can feel your thoughts. Stoick is learning the mechanics to a lead change and has offered several lead changes. His transitions are very smooth. Stoick will pop over fences, logs, cross country jumps. He is honest and straight forward, and does not get strong while jumping. You can jump, then drop right back down to a nice walk, in the ring or on the trails. Stoick will ride on the buckle or collected. Ask him to drop his head for a nice western head set, or push him up into an english “frame”. Stoick is flexible, he rides light for his size, which is really nice. Stoick is naturally balanced and he makes you feel very secure.
Stoick is the type of horse that everyone is looking for. If my personal draft cross was any closer to retirement, Stoick would not be going anywhere. It is extremely hard to find all of his qualities put into a healthy, sound, gelding that is easy on the eyes. A horse that genuinely wants to be apart of your life, that wants to be your pal, that wants to keep you safe, wants to make you smile. Everyone that meets him, loves him.
Stoick is an easy keeper with no maintenance or supplements. He has a very simple diet and never asks for anything. He can go barefoot or wear shoes. He currently has front shoes on for trail riding, he has dark, solid hooves. He has no health or soundness issues. He can live out on pasture. He is very very easy to have around and requires nothing.
This might be the only time that I offer this horse, I fall more and more in love with him everyday. He is going to make his next partner extremely happy. I have been very blessed with my time with Stoick. He is currently set up to head in absolutely any direction. You don’t find a horse like him everyday. I have lots of photos of this boy and I will attach a link to a photo album. If you are looking for a true partner, do not miss out on Stoick. Please don’t hesitate to reach out for any further information. Shipping can be arranged anywhere. I would love to have the ability to stay in touch with Stoick’s future owner.

Horsebid - America's Premier Online Horse Auction

Horsbid,LLC is America's premier online horse auction, your trusted source for buying top quality horses. We are here to make your experience of buying your dream horse safe and simple. Visit visit our website to view top horses by some of America's premier consignors, horsebid only selects the best of the best!

View Farm Directory Listing