Advice for loan/share ad?

[ZetaF]

Hi all, I'm new to posting on this site (though I've been reading it for ages in a stalkery fashion). Just wanted a bit of advice about posting an ad for a share/part loan. I've tried Friday ad and horsemart but think my ad was maybe too long and wordy? Would that put people off, in your experience? (Lack of replies could also have something to do with the fact that the same three horses have been on there for months and no others ever being added )

Anyway this is the new version I'm thinking to try on sites and maybe tack shops? Any suggestions/info on how to find a share would be greatly appreciated!!

Hi there, I am looking for a share for two days a week around east/West Sussex. I am a competent novice and though I have mainly ridden RS horses, I have been confident on some nappy/strong horses. Looking for a lovely horse to enjoy spending time with and to progress with away from RS (will probably continue lessons for a while alongside) Preferably 15hh+. I'm 25, drive, and can make a financial contribution.

 

[angie1]

I would suggest you are more specific about where you are. East/West Sussex covers a vast area! "Competent novice" will mean different things to different people. What can you do? Do you ride in an arena or hack out? Hacking alone or in a big group? What paces are you happy riding at? Do you have experience of tacking up, washing off, stable duties etc or are you wanting to learn this? What would you want to do with the horse - hack, ride in an arena with the owner present, go to riding club/competitions, just spend time on the ground around horse etc etc. Being specific makes it more likely someone will think " that would work for us" . Good luck!

 

[ZetaF]

Thanks for the tips!