5'8 and I'd like a NF Pony - Unrealistic? Other Suggestions?

[poacher82]

Maybe some people on here might lend you a quick sit on various height native breeds?

PercyMum you're welcome to come and ride my 14.1hh NF if you want to test-ride a shortie and see how you feel! I'm 5'7 and don't look at all out of proportion on him. Unfortunately I'm inept at posting photos!!!

 

[pennyturner]

I'm on the edge of the New Forest, in Wellow. Hants/Wilts border of the A36.

We're not far away, just east of Andover. You're welcome to come and have a sit on my bunch. I have a welsh D and several NFs, all just over 14hh and suitable for any standard of rider.

 

[Crackerz]

See.... the power of H&H!!

 

[Snow Falcon]

Mine are in Woodgreen, have a 14.2hh and 14.1hh. I have already PM'd you but as you are literally on my doorstep please feel free come and sit on them both.

 

[windand rain]

think pocket rocket might take exception to being classed as not athletic enough to jump well she is 132 cm jumping a full up 80cm course
her rider is about 5ft 7. Still I do see your point she is a bit of an enigma.

 

[PercyMum]

think pocket rocket might take exception to being classed as not athletic enough to jump well she is 132 cm jumping a full up 80cm course
her rider is about 5ft 7. Still I do see your point she is a bit of an enigma.

Beautiful! What a little cracker! I have seen piccies of some wonderful jumping Highlands, but I've also seen alot that just don't look that comfortable doing it. They are BIG ponies and I just would feel uncomfortable asking a big enough one to carry me to then jump as well. I'm sure they would be fine but its just how I'd feel I think. NF's are just that bit lighter and I think I'd feel better on them.

 

[PercyMum]

Thanks all for your kind offers of 'Compare the Pony'!! I'm pm'ing you back now...

The wonder of HHO :0)