Classic Eventing Nation

Know what looks great under a Christmas tree? A shiny new OTTB. But don’t wait around for a delivery from Santa, as we hear he’s more of a reindeer connoisseur than a horseman.

Take a tip from Tennessee eventer Shannon O’Hatnick, who snagged this handsome guy just in time for the holidays. Black Market (After Market – Keep the Feeling, by Kris S.) is a 4-year-old Kentucky-bred OTTB who was retired from the track after seven starts.

So fancy — can’t wait to see him in a startbox. Congrats, Shannon! Here are three more OTTBs who are ready for a new career.

Photo via Finger Lakes Finest Thoroughbreds.

Gettigan’s owner is sending him off from racing with gratitude for his accomplishments on the track. This young gelding has had a respectable racing career with $100,000 in earnings and three wins in 39 starts. He last raced on Nov. 11, 2016 and finished second.

He is reported to be nice to work with, sound and without vices. FLF admired his athletic build and nice, fluid movement at the jog. Here’s your chance to take a cute gelding to next year’s RRP at a bargain price.

View King Gettigan on Finger Lakes Finest Thoroughbreds.

Photo via Maker’s Mark Secretariat Center.

True Simon is so truly alluring that he’s worth taking home just to look at! His soon-to-be manly physique and his impossibly cute expression that is sparkly yet vulnerable will melt your heart.

But it gets better! Simon is athletic, and when he grows into his adult self, he will be jaw-dropping. He’s studious but playful, curious but analytical, and he’s fascinated by new challenges and unknown things. This is a horse with silver screen quality and we can’t wait to see who he will become.

View True Simon on Maker’s Mark Secretariat Center.

Photo via CANTER.

Out of Denium Cowgirl by multiple graded stakes winner The Deputy (IRE), who earned $817,270 in his racing career. His bloodline also includes Mr. Prospector and Northern Dancer. “Ricky” had 32 starts, with three firsts, three seconds, and two third place finishes, earning $44,874 in his racing career. Last raced Sept. 24, at Hazel Park. Ricky likes to jump and is very natural and willing. He settles into his work after a few minutes. Cribs.

View Rictor Nine Dot O on CANTER Michigan.

Enter to win this prize package valued at $160 from Nupafeed!

Happy Sunday, EN! It’s day seven of EN’s 12 Days of Christmas, and today we’re giving away a Nupafeed prize package valued at $160. The prize package includes three liters of Nupafeed Magnesium Daily Liquid and two Nupafeed Magnesium Concentrate Oral Syringes.

Using magnesium to manage stress and anxiety in horses is not a new concept, but Nupafeed Magnesium Supplement exclusively contains MAH (magnesium-aspartate-hydrochloride). This unique form of magnesium, pioneered by the German pharmaceutical company Verla-Pharm, has exceptionally high absorption rates to improve results.

One look at the testimonials page on the Nupafeed website will show you that countless top riders from all disciplines have successfully used the Magnesium supplement with impressive results. Here’s a look at what eventers are saying about the product:

Sinead Halpin: “I’ve noticed a huge improvement to my horses’ mental and physical well-being at home and the ability to maintain focus at competitions.”

Jen McFall: “I was looking for a product that could miraculously change a performance horse’s ‘nervous edge’ to a ‘winning edge.’ After trying Nupafeed on a few of my own horses at competitions and getting fantastic results, I am recommending this product to all of our clients at Dragonfire.”

Tamie Smith: “The difference Nupafeed has made in my horses is remarkable. Upon putting my horses on their Magnesium supplement, some of the horses who had felt anxious, specifically in competition, became incredibly ridable. It has been a game-changer for my team and is something you have to experience to believe!”

Now it’s your chance to try Nupafeed Magnesium Supplement for yourself! Enter to win the prize package using the Rafflecopter widget below. Entries close at midnight EST. Click here to learn more about Nupafeed’s supplements. Good luck!

In the market for a new four-legged partner? You may find your unicorn on our sister site, Sport Horse Nation. To help with the search, we’re going to feature a selection of current listings here on EN each week. Last week, we featured five great jumping saddles. In this edition we have a selection of dressage saddles (there is still time to get one before Christmas!). We’ve included the ad copy provided; click the links for pricing and contact information.

Amerigo Vega. Photo courtesy J Brown via Sport Horse Nation.

Amerigo Vega Dressage Saddle – 18″ seat

This Amerigo Vega Dressage Saddle has a N tree and a 18″ seat. It is wool-flocked and in great condition. It was only used for a short period of time.

Located in Connecticut.

Voltaire. Courtesy Clare Green via Sport Horse Nation.

Voltaire Dressage Saddle

17.5 inch Voltaire Design Adelaide monoflap dressage saddle. Rider is no longer eventing due to college and this saddle does not fit her dressage horse.This saddle is made of Buffalo leather, making it durable and giving the rider a secure feeling. It has been broken in but only very lightly used.

Per Voltaire Design:
Extra deep seat. Cut back.The Adelaide is a single-flap dressage saddle designed for eventing riders who want to improve their dressage position and feel closer to their horse. Its narrow twist makes it easier to ride longer. The “cut back” tree makes the Adelaide saddle easy to adjust for high-wither horses.

Located in Maryland.

Erreplus Adelinde. Photo courtesy Liz Millikin via Sport Horse Nation.

New Erreplus Adelinde Dressage Saddle

18″ med tree, black with different size knee blocks that are adjustable! Only sat in a few times! Comes with saddle cover.

Located in Florida.

County Perfection. Photo courtesy Cheryl Batts via Sport Horse Nation.

County Perfection Dressage Saddle Excellent Condition 17.5 M SR

County Perfection Dressage saddle in excellent condition. Very comfortable with knee rolls that hold you in. Size 17.5M SR. Has been stored in house & covered–still black and not faded. Great saddle for horses with high withers. Does not fit my new horse.

Located in North Carolina.

Listings included in this article are randomly selected and confirmed to be current and active before inclusion. Sport Horse Nation features user-generated content and therefore cannot verify or make any warranty as to the validity or reliability of information.

Enter to win Boyd Martin Infinity Stadium Jump Boots! Photo via Majyk Equipe.

It’s day six of EN’s 12 Days of Christmas! The traditional song gives six geese a-laying as a gift on the sixth day, but today we’re giving away a full set of Boyd Martin Infinity Stadium Jump Boots from our super sponsor Majyk Equipe.

There’s a reason U.S. Olympians Boyd Martin, Phillip Dutton and Lauren Kieffer use Majyk Equipe boots. Majyk Equipe pioneered the concept of using a thermoplastic polyurethane outer shell to create superior leg protection, and since then they have continued to perfect the design to develop some of the most technologically advanced boots on the market.

Boyd Martin worked exclusively with Majyk Equipe to design these Infinity Stadium Jump Boots, with feature a durable TPU outer shell that is vented for breathability. In addition to the outer strike guard, the boots also feature an inner strike guard made from a revolutionary material called ARTi-LAGE. A soft foam in its normal state, ARTi-LAGE hardens when struck to deflect impact and disperse energy.

This giveaway includes a full set of front and hind boots. Photo via Majyk Equipe.

Finished with high-quality snap closures and nickel plated brass studs, the Boyd Martin Infinity Stadium Jump Boots from Majyk Equipe make an excellent addition to your horse’s competition wardrobe. The boots are available in black in one size designed to fit most horses, with a retail price of $119.99 for the fronts and $99.99 for the hinds.

Additionally, today is Independent Tack Store Day! All around the U.S. local tack stores are holding special giveaways and raffles, with many different companies (including Majyk Equipe!) participating. The Support Independent Tack Stores Facebook page is hosting a raffle giveaway with more than $10,000 in shopping sprees and prizes, so be sure to check it out here.

Enter to win a full set of Majyk Equipe Boyd Martin Stadium Infinity Jump Boots using the Rafflecopter widget below. Entries close at midnight EST. Click here to check out Majyk Equipe’s full line of boots.