Question for event riders

[spottysport]

Hi everyone,
I just want to pick everyone's brains!!!! I breed the occasional foal (I don't ride at all), and I am really disillusioned with selling them. (Various reasons) What I would really like is a rider to compete them for me. How much is that likely to cost???? My youngstock are of a very decent standard (Proud mummy),but would it cost the earth? or would I be better looking for someone who would like the chance to compete but can't afford the initial outlay and ongoing costs? Thoughts please
Many thanks

 

[KatB]

well to go to a professional rider, your looking at forking out for fulll livery, plus competing and running expenses. Full livery varies, but where I was working was about 130 a week, plus shoeing worming etc, and comp entries.

I think youd be better off finding someone whose ability you repsect, with a bit of experience, who hasnt made it to pro status yet, depending on what level you want them to go to, whether you just want to stay an ownner, or whether you eventually want to sell??!!

 

[seabiscuit]

You'll easily find a up and coming rider who is looking for rides and will ride at your base so that you will not have to pay livery charges.
If only you were in the South of England I would jump at the chance to ride for you!
How are your horses bred? I am looking for potential event horses.

 

[spottysport]

Hi Seabiscuit
I have a stunning spotted gelding by Fleetwater Opposition, and a gorgeous Filly by Catherston Dance in the Dark. Looks like I am going to either have to move, or start selling my possessions now!

 

[crazyfrog]

hi seabiscuit,
i think you have a point but if you can get an upcoming rider he will definatly be looking for a fee and will probably search for experienced horses as he will have to show himself to a higher level and young horses need proper schooling ground therefore a consistant and regular schooling programme,will the upcoming rider be able to do it everyday?

 

[SillyMare]

There are a lot of competant amateur riders that would love to compete your horses. If you avoid a pro then you shouldn't have to pay a fee (perhaps entry fees and some expenses).

It will be more difficult to find someone local enough to base at your yard up there in Scotland, but there are certainly people around who would be incredebly flattered to be asked!

Of course the down side is that us amateurs aren't as good as the pros so your horses probably wouldn't progress as fast or come home with as many rosettes (so they wouldn't reach the highest possible value on selling).

But then the other side of the coin is that some buyers prefer horses that have been produced by amateurs as it is generally an indication that they aren't total loonies.

 

[spottysport]

Hi Sillymare,
Thanks for the advice. I think I will have them 'started' by a good professional, and then find the best amateur that I can to take it from there. I don't mind paying the everyday costs, but I really can't go the full livery that goes with it (especially as there are 2 horses)
Thanks again