Kyabra Park Simply Red

Red is an accomplished gelding who is established in the show ring, dressage, EVA60 eventing and Combined Training. He was broken in by his - then 14 year old - owner as a project and after three rewarding years he is ready for his next rider! Red is uncomplicated,  unflappable, has delightful manners and a willing work ethic. He presents a wonderful opportunity for someone to purchase a safe, established and unspoilt young pony!

Education and experience: Red is the ultimate allrounder - with consistent results, rideability and the temperament to excel with his next rider. He consistently scores over 65% and up to 80% in preparatory and 75% in preliminary dressage. Red is soft and light in the bridle, willingly collects and has wonderful movement. He also has the looks, conformation and presence of a fabulous show pony!

Red loves jumping and he is honest both cross country and showjumping. He is brave, when jumped by a confident rider, and is tolerant of a miss - he says ‘hold my beer’ and ‘keeps on trucking’! Due to his age, Red is currently competing successfully at 50-60cm and training 75cm at home, with scope to go higher.

Red has attended pony club, state interschools and he has been ridden bareback! He is relaxed on trail rides and is the same at home, as he is at competitions. 

General demeanour under saddle: Red is responsive and willing performance pony. He is ridden in a snaffle and is light and easy to collect. Red is tolerant of rider mistakes, kind and straightforward to ride.

Current workload/ fitness: Red is in work 1-2 times a week. He does not need to be ridden regularly to be safe and his behaviour is not affected by a spell.

Handling: Red is very well mannered on the ground. He is easy to catch, lead and handle - for farrier,  picking out feet, grooming, clipping and washing. Red likes to pause for a moment but then loads into float and truck willingly, stands quietly when travelling and unloads calmly. He is easy and calm to clip.

Behaviour: Red is 100% safe - he does not buck, pigroot, bolt or rear. He is very calm, quiet and reliable. Red is not concerned by dogs or other pets. He is non-reactive unless something major happens but he is still safe even in that situation, he moves on calmly and straight away. He is a very calm and settled pony! Red doesn’t like having his ears and back socks clipped but is otherwise very tolerant of the clippers.

Feeding and management: Red currently lives on grass only.

Medical history: Red is 100% sound and without issues, his owner welcomes any vet check, xrays, scans and blood tests.

Rider Suitability: Red has been owned by his current rider for the last three years, since she was 14 years old, and she broke him in. He will adjust to his rider, doing as little or as much as he is asked. Red is willing, without being forward. He is straightforward enough to be ridden by beginners and novice riders, with a knowledgeable support system.

Ideal home: would be a junior rider or a small adult, who wants to enjoy and love a straightforward and well educated pony. He is a delight and deserves to be spoiled and loved!

Reason for sale: Red’s rider has outgrown him and knows that he has so much to give and teach his next rider.

If you are looking for a stunning new best friend - a loving, kind and smoochy horse who is also willing, straight forward to ride - then Red is the one for you!