Finger Lakes First Annual End of Meet Retiring Race Horse Sale

[Louise]

This year, on November 12 & 13, The Exceller Fund and the Finger Lakes Thoroughbred Adoption Program will be holding their First Annual End of Meet Retiring Race Horse Sale. Volunteers from both organizations will be available to walk buyers through the backside of the Finger Lakes Race Track, to look at horses that owners and trainers have available to transition to a second career.

If you check The Exceller Fund site here (http://www.excellerfund.org/) you will find information regarding the sale, and, shortly, a special bulletin board for those horses who will be available at the sale. Right now the link still leads to the regular BB, but that will change. We're still in the very early stages of the BB work, so keep checking often, as listings will be added to and updated on a regular basis.

We are very proud, excited and just a little scared about being able to do this for the wonderful horses at Finger Lakes. I know that all of you who have so graciously supported our efforts this year will continue to do so, and I hope that many more of you will find it in your hearts to find a place for these gentle, giving creatures who all so deserve a special person to love them.

So, spread the word to everyone you know - your perfect horse may be waiting for you at a small track in Upstate New York.

[Louise]

This year, on November 12 & 13, The Exceller Fund and the Finger Lakes Thoroughbred Adoption Program will be holding their First Annual End of Meet Retiring Race Horse Sale. Volunteers from both organizations will be available to walk buyers through the backside of the Finger Lakes Race Track, to look at horses that owners and trainers have available to transition to a second career.

If you check The Exceller Fund site here (http://www.excellerfund.org/) you will find information regarding the sale, and, shortly, a special bulletin board for those horses who will be available at the sale. Right now the link still leads to the regular BB, but that will change. We're still in the very early stages of the BB work, so keep checking often, as listings will be added to and updated on a regular basis.

We are very proud, excited and just a little scared about being able to do this for the wonderful horses at Finger Lakes. I know that all of you who have so graciously supported our efforts this year will continue to do so, and I hope that many more of you will find it in your hearts to find a place for these gentle, giving creatures who all so deserve a special person to love them.

So, spread the word to everyone you know - your perfect horse may be waiting for you at a small track in Upstate New York.

[TurkishTiger]

Hopeing I can get up there just so I can meet you and brag about how wonderful Affirmed Emotion is!


Gwen in VA

[Coreene]

Louise, that sounds great! I wish I had the $$ to bring home some of them. I love OTTBs.

[llt]

Wish I could go, but that is the same weekend as Equine Affaire in Massachusetts!

[hpondfarm]

Is anyone in PA (near SE) going up? If so let me know I have 4 hore trailer. Thanks

[17handtb]

Bumping up this awesome piece of good news! Long-distance buyers, please check out the Finger Lakes horses too...lots of eye candy that will look even better in your stable (hint, hint http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif)

Yay, Louise, cgn38 and the Exceller Fund for making this special sale day happen.

[RegentLion]

So are these horses still available thru private sales w/trainer????

I found two I LOVE, and want, now time to talk the SO into it.

[cgn38]

Regent Lion,
Yes, the horses listed on the current Exceller BB are available for private sale right now and until they are sold, so go ahead and pick your pony and make that offer!

[Louise]

The horses available at the end of the meet sale will all be private sale also. The volunteers will be there to escort buyers around the backside. Sales will be strictly between trainers/owners and buyers.

Turkish Tiger, please come up, I'd love to meet you. And, of course, I'm sure we can find the perfect companion for Affirmed Emotion! http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_wink.gif

[Linny]

If I don't go to EA, maybe I'll trek outthere for aday. I'll be happy to help in any way I can but I cannot buy a horse!

[HorseProtectionLeague]

I wouldn't be able to make it out there for the sale, but I'm really intrigued by the site... only problem is transport.

I have a pony mare who has gone on to teaching kids to ride at her insistence- once I let her start teaching lessons she made it clear that she loves kids and wants to spend as much time with them as possible, so now she's half-leased to a little girl and teaching beginner lessons the other three days. Thus, I need something a little bigger and younger for myself. I was thinking TB, and they look really nice.

Only problem is transport. I called about getting a quote at a couple places and haven't heard back yet...

[Louise]

That is great news that you are interested in the Finger Lakes horses, HPL! As far as transportation goes, I have a couple of suggestions.

1. Be sure to check our transportation forum here (http://exforg.proboards32.com/index.cgi?board=transport&action=display&thread=1124853308) . While I don't know if the smaller haulers will go as far as Colorado, some of the other ones may be able to help you. Mention that you are interested in shipping a horse that you will be buying as a result of seeing it on the Exceller BB. Sometimes that will get you a discount, sometimes it won't, but it's worth a shot.

2. See if you can find some other people in your area who might be interested in a horse from Finger Lakes. If you can get a group coming out, you might very well get a cheaper rate.

There are so many nice horses on the Bulletin Board right now. I hope that you can find just the right one. If I can help in any way, just let me know.

[Deb413]

http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_wink.gif Think I talked my trainer into going for a look. Hoping to tag along, never been back in the shed rows. Don't know if it will Sat or Sun. Wish I could afford to board one...

[jetsmom]

Wow! Check out Red Strider, Groom's Choice, Reina Reina and Antique Freak! Lots of really nice Hunter type horses.

[Norcrest]

What a great weekend that is going to be! I will be there 1 day maybe both http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

As a side note, if anyone needs a temp layover spot while they arrange shipping or shipping within 300 miles of the track....I can help.

And of course I will try my best not to get another mare for myself

[BeastieSlave]

Ooohhh I was checking out some of the listings and noticed that several beasties (including Antique Freak and some other nice girls) have moved to the FL sale. That is entirely too close to me http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_wink.gif

What do you guys know about the FL sale?

[cgn38]

FL stands for Finger Lakes. But, BeastieSlave, there are plenty of transportation companies that can drive right by your back door (and stop and unload your new best friend). http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_smile.gif

Deb14 thanks for giving your trainer info on the sale. Sure you can afford one - I just counted and there are <span class="ev_code_RED">19 horses listed for $1000 and under right now</span>
, with many of those at $600 negotiable.

[HorseProtectionLeague]

Thanks, Louise! Actually, maybe you can help by giving me a name of a veterinarian in the area whom I can rely on for a prepurchase exam, since I'd be buying a horse sight unseen. Of course I'll need to get ahold of one of the shipping companies and get a quote before I can even do a prepurchase (and that'd mean choosing between all those horses... sigh... why can't I win the lottery?), but it'd be nice to have a reference if/when it seems feasible.

[Louise]

HPL, you have a PT with the name of a vet.

[intuition]

How exciting...hopefully i can finally get out there and help out

[PalominoMorgan]

must not go... must not go... I just LOVE LOVE LOVE Big Time Flyer. If it was a year from now I could go get him. http://chronicleforums.com/images/custom_smilies/no.gif

[BeastieSlave]

Boy do I feel STUPID! (perhaps a case of reading what I wanted to read...) I guess the number of beasties in my pastures will be stable for a bit longer though. You guys go get some of those lovely TB's!!

[Norcrest]

Beastie...dont feel bad, a few years ago I was advertising on a site that I was convinced was for Finger Lakes trainers and owners (I think it was called backstretch or something like that) and I was offering layups turns out the FL was Florida and Finger Lakes and noone ever mentioned it to me until a couple months of payments were spent! I felt stupid and still do when I think about it! http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_smile.gif

[horseylady]

So, how do you access the website to see the horses you folks are talking about? do I need to register - does the BB lead to the lists/ads?

[Luvinfoofy]

Click here:

http://exforg.proboards32.com/index.cgi

Then select the "End of FL Meet Retiring Sale"

The horses are listed in a forum type format..

[BeastieSlave]

Aww, I just pulled myself away from looking at the girls and happened to look at Buddy Puddy. He's a moose! He really looks solid and so cute in his picture. Has anyone seen him in person?

[Louise]

Oh dear, I'm sorry, but Buddy Puddy has been placed. Thanks for pointing out that he is still on one of the two "active" boards. I have sent a message asking that he be placed in the archives.

Everyone keep your eyes on the board today. We didn't go on Saturday, as it was pouring rain. We went yesterday, and, truthfully, it wasn't much better. Every picture I took has rain spots on it. But, we have a lot of lovely new horses that should be going up today, sometime.

[BeastieSlave]

Louise, that is good news! I'm not really shopping anyway. (Idon'tneedanotherhorse, Idon'tneedanotherhorse,Idon'tneedanotherhorse...) Of course, now I have to go check the additions.

[jetsmom]

bump

[MistyBlue]

Aww, would there be a way to attach some sort of fake tail to poor Ditti? Doesn't look like there's any dock left though. http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_frown.gif I feel bad for the poor girl.

[cgn38]

Misty Blue, I'm with you hoping that someone falls in love with little Ditti and she lives happily ever after.

[RegentLion]

Buddy Puddy was one of my personal favorites so I was glad to hear he was placed.... although I'd hoped somehow that *I* could have gotten him! http://chronicleforums.com/images/custom_smilies/sadsmile.gif

I was concerned though that becasue of his low price that he'd end up with a not-so-happy home. So although he isn't in my barn, at least he's in someone's! http://chronicleforums.com/images/custom_smilies/yes.gif

Was it a COTHer that took him home???

[BeastieSlave]

I do believe I could find room in my pastures for Go See Michelle if someone wants to send her to me http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif
Did ya'll look at El Pilon? Another sturdy fellow!
Someone has got to go get Antique Freak!!
Bless her heart, Ditti really needs that special someone.

Of course, I hope they ALL find special someones!

[Louise]

I don't know if Buddy Puddy was placed with a COTHer or not. Somehow, I think not, because surely someone would be bragging about getting that big hunk of cuteness.

The new horses are going up right now. There's something like 14 or 15 combined on the two boards. There are some mighty droolworthy specimens there, for sure.

[Norcrest]

Louise or CGN do you know anything about either Western Cruzer or Signal Red....have a client interested in getting a few more broodmares and I get to have the fun of picking them out for him and then bringing them home!

just like NoHo and closer to home.....this is such fun http://chronicleforums.com/images/custom_smilies/yes.gif

[RegentLion]

Anyone have any good details on ANTIQUE FREAK?

She's my other fav... I really really want her and if I could *get* her here, I could probably have her. This year (unlike last year) I just can't make the trip out there from Upper MI.

[Konstantin92]

What is Matter of Fax's (http://exforg.proboards32.com/index.cgi?board=horse&action=display&thread=1128713164) story? He is definately a cutie.

[Louise]

Western Cruzer and Signal Red are both trainer/owner horses, and both absolutely wonderful in person. I was very taken with Signal Red, she has a tremendous dignity about her.

Antique Freak is a favorite of mine. She is a sweetie pie, through and through. She's generated a lot of interest, and I really wish someone would take her home.

I can't tell you much about Matter of Fax, as he was not listed by the Louise/cgn38 team. Your best bet would be to get in touch with the contact on the post. He certainly looks like a pretty boy.

[Sing Mia Song]

Who do we think is more at risk, Ditti or Hey Mr. Brass Man? I'm worried about HMBM, because he might have had EPM and his price is only $600. At least Ditti is a mare (sad but true, she has possibly more of a chance because she has a uterus).

BTW, I think it's really spelled Ditty, as there is a 2000 mare by Hot Cop-Serenade In Red in the Equine Line.

Edited to ask: Louise, are we sure that Hey Mr. Brass Man's name is correct? Couldn't find him on Equine Line, nor anything close to it in the Online Names Book. There's a Hey Mr Banjo, Hey Mr Big, and a Mr Brass n Class.

Edited again to add that his proper name is Hay Mr. Brassman, by Dixie Brass out of Straight Jacket (CHI)

[Louise]

Thanks for the corrections, Sing Mia Song. We're most often doing these listings without papers and I'm sure that there are a few out there that are not quite right. I'll email and make sure that these two are fixed tonight.

Let me check on Hay Mr. Brassman. I haven't seen that trainer in a while, and the information may be outdated. I do remember that he was one of those nice, kind and people oriented geldings that everyone love.

[Sing Mia Song]

Louise, that would be great. I'm sending you a PT as well.

[cgn38]

Hang on tight when you view Hangontight. He is absolutely gorgeous (I think).

[Lion1024]

Has anyone seen "Friend Rick" in person? Or if that is truly his name? I couldn't find him in allbreedpedigree.com - are there others to search?

[regencyhorses&ponies]

Does anybody know anything about or seen Groom's Choice?

[RegentLion]

Louise and other Canter ppl from NE:

Here's a question I'm not sure how to ask.... It seems as though whenever a poster asks about a horse, we are told it is really nice.... are they ALL nice, or are we just picking the good ones... in otherwords, would you tell us if we were looking at a snarky one, or one w/poor conformation? I assume yes, but was just wondering..... http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_smile.gif

[17handtb]

Good question, Regent. I think I can speak for the Finger Lakes crew, as well as CANTER NE and the other CANTER folks, in saying we will NOT *ever* lie or misrepresent anything we know about a horse. They all have their good points, and we'll obviously be thrilled to share those with you, because we love these horses!

"Poor conformation" can sometimes be in the eye of the beholder. (and a horse can look a heck of a lot different with some weight and muscle development, too - heck, a horse can look a lot different in person than in the picture taken in the rain, with flies bothering the horse, with a groom not really paying attention...you get the idea). So can degrees of "hotness," optimal movement, and so on. What's ugly to someone can be beautiful to someone else; what's "bratty" to one buyer can be desirably "on his toes" to another, etc.

We are not vets (insert standard CANTER reminder: we always recommend a vet check!) and we are not official representatives for these horses, so we won't tell you what you SHOULD be looking for and what you SHOULD be buying. Our purpose is to introduce these horses to potential buyers. We are not involved in the actual decision-making process about which horse you should buy, and we try to stay impartial and let *you* make that crucial decision. We all have our favorite horses, sure, but we're not the ones buying, and we always strive never to push one horse over another.

However, if we know something particular about a soundness issue, temperament problem, etc., we absolutely will tell you about it. That's why we ask people to please PT us if you have questions about a specific horse.

(Not that you should assume a response of "PT me" means the horse has anything wrong with him or her! I like to answer questions about individual horses, whether I have good or not so good things to report about them, in PTs, so I don't feel like I'm monopolizing an entire thread discussing a single horse.)

[Louise]

That's a good question, RegentLion. I can only give you an answer from a "me" point of view.

Since I started this, I have been amazed at the quality of horse I am seeing at Finger Lakes. Most of them are handsome animals, with more than a few being drop dead gorgeous. That being said, I am the first to admit that I am not a conformation expert. I tend to look a horse as a whole, not as a sum of its parts. Ask me about the slope of a shoulder, length of pastern or angle of hip, and I'm not likely to be able to give you a technically correct answer. My answer is usally that the horse "looks" right. And, sometimes looks don't even tell the story. In my personal experience, one of the most plug ugly horses I ever saw in my life had three good gaits and a total "I can do this attitude."

Temperment is a trickier thing. We see these horses for maybe five minutes. It is often very hard to get a really good idea of a horse's temperment in that short a time. We get a feel for how easy they are to lead, and how well they stand still for a picture. That is another area where I, as a newby around the track, have been really surprised at how mannerly most of these horses are. They are young, they are incredibly fit and they are fed large amounts of high energy foods, yet you see very little in the way of misbehaving.

So, as far as my impression goes, I'm telling the truth when I say that I think that the horse is nice. Its the way that I honestly feel, but I'm alway willing to admit that a more experienced horseperson than myself might find many more faults with a horse than I do. I hope that answers your questions.

**edited to say that I like 17handtb's answer better.

[harryjohnson Aefvue Senior Gardens]

I think most racehorses have pretty decent behavior, for the most part better than a home-raised horse who has been doted on and spoiled.

[cgn38]

I think your best bet for searching pedigree information and racing history is equibase.com

[RegentLion]

Thanks 17handtb and Louise. I was very afraid that the question would come off wrong or inflamatory.

I'm the same way as you, Louise, about conformation. I think a horse "looks right" or doesn't look right.... Although I can see glaring faults. People can, of course, point out a too sloping shoulder, neck tied in wrong, etc., and then i'll see it, but I hardly ever see the finer points myself. http://chronicleforums.com/images/custom_smilies/sigh.gif

I'm glad to hear that you guys do give honest opinions, although truthfully I didn't doubt it... I figured that if there was some big issue you'd disclose it, while highlighting the good points!

And of course, temperment/willingness can compensate for many "faults," and beauty is DEFINATELY in the eye of the beholder.

I'd like to add too, a note of thanks to you guys and the CANTER people who helped me last October around this time make the decision to travel out to Boston to pick up an OTTB mare who I just Love! http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_smile.gif http://chronicleforums.com/images/custom_smilies/yes.gif I need to get some pics of her to share! http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_smile.gif

[Lion1024]

Do you have to subscribe to equibase.com?

So, who should I PT about Friend Rick? Anyone want to tell me that they've seen him in person?

[Louise]

I'll PT you, but, again, it not because I have a single bad thing to say about him.

[Bensmom]

I can tell you that Louise has a better eye than she's admitting to! http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif The FL horse that my friend bought and that was briefly in my barn before moving on to begin her life as a broodmare was nicely put together and had nice manners -- she was everything that the trainer and Louise had said/thought she would be.

I, too, have been a bit surprised at the overall niceness of the horses that I've seen on the FL Exceller Fund site. There must be a good track farrier in the area, because while some have feet that aren't perfect, I've been surprised at how good many of their feet look.

Something that Twisty's trainer told me upfront and very willingly -- the track at FL can be really hard. If they have been racing there and have stayed sound, there is a good chance that they'll stay sound for what we would want to use them for -- on the other side of that, I would think that the fact that one of them had a problem crop up wouldn't mean that they couldn't stay sound as a sporthorse. The trainer was very definite about how tough the track was on the horses. Interesting.

In any event -- good for you guys that are shopping!! I've not gone and looked since I'm full now, but it is hard not to . . . http://chronicleforums.com/images/custom_smilies/yes.gif http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

Libby

[cgn38]

Just to add to what Bensmom brought up, today I was told that the track had been added to and somewhat reconditioned this summer, so that it is not so hard. I have acquired four older geldings from FL over the years who all had many starts, and I second the notion that if they have held up to a racing career, then they are some tough horseys. There will be about 8 new listings in the next day or two. Thanks for your support of the Finger Lakes horses.

[BeastieSlave]

After looking at the latest listings I feel the need to give this a bump.
There are several good looking beasties listed for really low prices. It's a good thing I'm not closer or I would be divorced and in the poor house with lots of OTTB's.
Now, in addition to hoping Go See Michelle (what a kind eye!) finds a good home, I have to watch Miners Road, Kingsboro Sword, Sage Field, and my new fav. guy - Hide Song.

[cgn38]

Beastie Slave - I am right there with you in watching Hide Song, and especially Kingsboro Sword and Miners Road. The last two really need to move fast as the trainer didn't even know if he would still be at FL for the sale on the 12th and 13th of November. He is very negotiable because his racing season has about wrapped up for this year.
Kingsboro Sword: http://exforg.proboards32.com/index.cgi?board=horse&act...ay&thread=1129480651 (http://exforg.proboards32.com/index.cgi?board=horse&amp;action=display&amp;thread=112948 0651)
Miners Road: http://exforg.proboards32.com/index.cgi?board=horse&act...ay&thread=1129480488 (http://exforg.proboards32.com/index.cgi?board=horse&amp;action=display&amp;thread=112948 0488)

[BeastieSlave]

What's with Miners Road's ankles? He's a real cutie - has anyone seen these guys (and gal)?

[regencyhorses&ponies]

cgn38 - please check your PTs. Thanks

[Norcrest]

Kingboros Sword and American Mist have a new home! I will post pictures soon. http://chronicleforums.com/images/custom_smilies/lol.gif

[BeastieSlave]

Excellent!!! Anybody we 'know'?

[Norcrest]

http://chronicleforums.com/images/custom_smilies/yes.gif

[regencyhorses&ponies]

Does anyone have any information regarding Glowing Brite?

[Louise]

Is their new home with you, Norcrest?

[Louise]

Sending you a PT, regency. As usual, not because I have anything bad to say, but simply to take coorespondence off of the main board.

[BeastieSlave]

So spill Norcrest - is it you?

It's all I can do not to pick up the phone to check shipping rates..... I really think Hide Song & Go Ask Michelle would look good in my pastures http://chronicleforums.com/images/custom_smilies/yes.gif

[Louise]

Oh, let me help you, BeastieSlave http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_wink.gif

You will find a link to some outfits that offer transportation from Finger Lakes here. (http://exforg.proboards32.com/index.cgi?board=transport&action=display&thread=1124853308)

Some of them are local, and offer very competative rates.

You know you want Hide Song and Go Ask Michelle home with you!

[Riverglen]

Can someone pack up Big Time Flyer and Sulky Sue for me and send them on up here to Canada? Not sure where I'll stash them for the winter (since the barn is already overfull) or how I'll pay for them... http://chronicleforums.com/images/custom_smilies/lol.gif

Sulky Sue sure would look good added to my broodmare band. http://chronicleforums.com/images/custom_smilies/yes.gif Has anyone seen her in person? Is she as solidly built as she looks? I wonder how she moves...

[JustJump250]

Good thing I'm too far away. I really like Glowing Brite-she's a real cutie (I'm a sucker for little mares!)

[BeastieSlave]

Louise, that is NOT help!!

(Un)fortunately, I'm ahead of you.... Sallee doesn't go to Finger Lakes and I already have a price from Blue Chip. I love Maggie, but OUCH! the cost of shipping is really reflecting those fuel costs. I think I'll try to stop there and just encourage others to buy. We'll see how that goes http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_rolleyes.gif

[Lion1024]

Has anyone looked into shipping enough to know a ballpark figure of FL to Phila?

[hunt_jump]

So I'm curious BeastieSlave, just how much is shipping running these days? I have heard anything from under $1/loaded mile up to $2.50/loaded mile on other bbs.

I'm very happy to see that Distinctive Cal has been placed - he sure looked like a cutie in his pics

[BeastieSlave]

Well hunt_jump I guess it could be much worse! I was quoted $880 per horse for the 1,100 mile trip.

[lynnsims]

I was given an estimate of $500 from FL to NC.

Anyone want to bring one to the triangle area? the more to the same destination the less $$/horse...

[Bensmom]

Oh, Beastieslave!

Aren't you right off of I-75?

The shipper that brought Twisty down passes right through your neighborhood and he brought her for almost half what you were quoted and kept her overnight at his place in Citra. He runs between FL and Florida every two weeks or so!

His price has probably gone up with rising diesel prices, but he is running the trip with trailer anyway, so can afford to be more competitive. He is listed on the contact page that Louise gave you.

He will also go 100 or so miles off of his route if it helps people . . . http://chronicleforums.com/images/custom_smilies/yes.gif Great guy, beautiful farm in Florida . . . http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

PM me for any more info that you might need! http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

Libby (who is probably not helping either!)

[BeastieSlave]

Bensmom, I was doing a fair job at telling myself it wasn't meant to be. You aren't helping with that. I guess I'd like his name & # http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_rolleyes.gif

[DMK]

Darnthefrost is listed on the site - he's out of a Darn That Alarm mare. It's worth remembering one of the better steeplechasers out there was Darntipalarm. Two guesses as to who HE is by... http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_wink.gif

Plus, in the land of "It's a Small World", his damline great grandsire (?) is Assagi Jr. I handled Assagai Jr. in his breeding career (he was owned by Johnny Sessa, but stood at Ralph Sessa's farm). Assagai was a very atheltic, old style TB who wa as tough as nails. He was also the most mannerly horse around.

Last but not least, I noticed his grandsire was Copelan. Which of course gives you broodmare royalty - Susan's Girl, first filly to win over a million and toughed it out for 63 starts.

[War Admiral]

Sadly I really can't take on this kind of horse any more, too old/crippled, but if I *were* looking, I'd be looking pretty hard at Big Time Flyer. Nice confo, sounds like he has the *right* kind of TB-tude, has In Reality very close up, should be both physically and mentally mature at 9...

Any takers? http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_wink.gif

BTW: Was it anyone from this forum who bought "Wells"? That one was the genuine standout of the sale IMO! Would love to know where he went.

[MissBri]

Karls Evans looks like a very nicely put together filly! Someone please take her - she just has that look about her.

[Bensmom]

WA -- you have very good taste!

Did you see the WA in his bottom side too? Very much like my In Reality boy that goes back to the little man http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

I LOVE Big Time Flyer, and can't, for the life of me, figure out why he isn't gone yet.

And, no, he isn't waiting on me! I swear! Yes, he is nine, but again, if he is sound at nine after racing for that long, he's probably gonna stay sound.

The video available on him doesn't show a lot, but it showed me enough that if I was ready . . . well, you can guess that I'd already have had him brought down!!

Beastieslave, you have a PT!

http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif http://chronicleforums.com/images/custom_smilies/yes.gif

Libby

[MissBri]

WOW Big Time Flyer is gorgeous. Very well put together, and indeed has that look in his eyes.

I never really look at the geldings, just gravitate toward the girls.
I totally agree that this boy stands out and should be snatched up soon.

[War Admiral]

Heehee, thank you. One thing that might help y'all move this horse could be swapping the pics - put the one presently on the bottom up on the top. In the top one, he looks built way downhill but it's b/c his butt is hanging up there on the concrete! http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

Apart from that - it's the age I think. http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_frown.gif Nobody wants to deal with them that old. All I can say is once you've *tried* it with a really good sound older OTTB, you'll notice the huge mental/intellectual difference and you will NEVER go back to 3 y/os unless someone's holding a gun to your head! http://chronicleforums.com/images/custom_smilies/lol.gif

I wish he were waiting for ME, but given that I'm sitting here in complete agony with my back spasming and thinking seriously of giving up riding completely, I don't think he is. http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_frown.gif

Somebody step up for this horse.

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Bensmom:
WA -- you have very good taste!

Did you see the WA in his bottom side too? Very much like my In Reality boy that goes back to the little man http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

I LOVE Big Time Flyer, and can't, for the life of me, figure out why he isn't gone yet.

And, no, he isn't waiting on me! I swear! Yes, he is nine, but again, if he is sound at nine after racing for that long, he's probably gonna stay sound.

The video available on him doesn't show a lot, but it showed me enough that if I was ready . . . well, you can guess that I'd already have had him brought down!!
</div></BLOCKQUOTE>

[Norcrest]

Sorry didnt mean to make everyone wait for my answer but I was trying to get to Finger Lakes for the 4th race and honesly missed it by about 30seconds and my friends horse won by 9! and I didnt get to place my bet...so instead I went next door to the slots and won $60! It was a good day

yes they came home with me! I would like to know who wrote the description on poor little Kingboro's Sword? She isnt plain at all! She has the prettiest head and a very kind eye. Such a sweetie and American Mist looks like a greyhound...cant wait to fatten her up.

The saddest part was I could have walked away with about 10 mares. Trainers were coming up to me and my Mom with JC papers in hand asking if we would like their fillies!

[War Admiral]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">The saddest part was I could have walked away with about 10 mares. Trainers were coming up to me and my Mom with JC papers in hand asking if we would like their fillies! </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

OMG, that is so sad.

Bump.

And congrats on your purchases!! http://chronicleforums.com/images/custom_smilies/yes.gif

[Louise]

LOL Norcrest - plain bay is merely a descriptive term meaning a bay with no white, not a description of their looks.

Congratulations on your new girls. They are both lovely animals, as are so many other of the horses on the track.

[CoolMeadows]

Oh my, Sordid Affair is SO darn cute. No bad horse has ever had a big smooshy muzzle like that! Can't have a mare here, can't have a mare here, can't have a mare here. But maybe I could work it out...... http://chronicleforums.com/images/custom_smilies/uhoh.gif

[War Admiral]

Sigh... Allll rrrriiiight... Who can talk to me about Signal Red?

*If* I were to take on an OTTB, "would continue to munch grass even if a bomb went off next door" sounds about right, at my age! http://chronicleforums.com/images/custom_smilies/lol.gif

[Bensmom]

Oh no!

Did I read right? Is Sordid Affair back listed?

Can someone remind me that I don't like mares and can't have any more horses, unless they produce $ instead of eating it?

She's gorgeous! I fell in love with her back in June and was relieved when she was taken off the list.

Ok, Beastieslave -- I know you aren't shopping, but take a look at this mare too . . . http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_smile.gif

Libby

[Norcrest]

hehehe Louise..I knew it couldnt mean that she was plain..there is NOTHING plain about her but nope she has no white that I could find. What a sweetie, I wasnt looking for another smallish mare but her pedigree jumped at me and when I saw her in person it was love!

I am so sorry that Sordid Affair is back in the listings...my barn is nearly full and my Mom really wanted her in early Summer. Someone grab her QUICK please she looks alot like a mare that my Mom lost earlier this year..what a pretty mare she is.

[MissBri]

Did anyone take Sulky Sue yet?

[BeastieSlave]

Ack! Too...many...horses...not ...enough...money!

lynnsims, I just got an estimate of $500 to ship one to south GA. I would guess that means one could get to you for less http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_wink.gif No, no, don't thank me. I'm just trying to enable my fellow collectors http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_cool.gif Let me know if you want the # for Bensmom's guy who gave me the quote.

[Louise]

Yup, its true, Sordid Affair is back up. And, I may add, well worth taking a serious look at.

Miss Bri - I'll have to check on Sulky Sue for you this weekend. We haven't seen that trainer in a bit, and will have to make sure we try and find him.

War Admiral - I'll PT you about Signal Red. Add usual disclaimer about having nothing bad to say about her.

[Sandbarhorse]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by War Admiral:

Apart from that - it's the age I think. http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_frown.gif Nobody wants to deal with them that old. All I can say is once you've *tried* it with a really good sound older OTTB, you'll notice the huge mental/intellectual difference and you will NEVER go back to 3 y/os unless someone's holding a gun to your head! http://chronicleforums.com/images/custom_smilies/lol.gif

</div></BLOCKQUOTE>

Wow, I really hope that his age isn't the reason. A sound OTTB at 9yo is a horse I'd want to have. In fact, if I had room, I'd be coming to get him! He's beautiful and his legs look clean, from what I can see.

Much like the OTTB I got from CANTER NE last year. She was 7 or 8yo and sound, just decided not to race anymore. She's been mellow with a been there done that sort of attitude about everything and just the fastest learner. She's had a 14yo re-training her with help from the ground. I HIGHLY recommend these older OTTBs.

[BeastieSlave]

Louise, is Go See Michelle at the track? The picture looks like a farm. Will you PM me your phone #? I'd like to talk to you...

[Louise]

I'll send a PT right now.

[Riverglen]

Louise,

Can you PT me about Sulky Sue and Sordid Affair? Thanks!

[Louise]

Sure can Riverglen. But, I'm getting backed up at work, so it will have to wait until tonight.

Or, maybe if cgn38 is around before that, she can PT you.

[cgn38]

Riverglen, I sent you a PT.

[Riverglen]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by cgn38:
Riverglen, I sent you a PT. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

Thanks cgn38. I sent you back a few more questions. http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_smile.gif

[horsea]

Louise,could you pt me aboutFriend Rick and Shudasold. I may can get up there in the next week or so. Also tell me which other ones might make good amateur hunters. Thanks

[Bensmom]

Ok, so do we have any more folks that are shopping? I know that we have some more COTH'ers out there that need to fill a stall http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

I am still moping because I want to take Big Time Flyer home with me and I am just too full. http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_frown.gif

Do you think Mr. Bensmom would notice if I started selling the family silver on ebay? http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_wink.gif

Libby

[BeastieSlave]

Louise or cgn38 can you tell us if any more beasties have found people? I've been trying to check for updates, but the site keeps saying there are too many connections. I'm taking that as a good sign!

[Louise]

LOL BeastieSlave! That is a very good sign, I hope. We generally don't know until we get to the track on Saturdays what horses have sold. As we walk, we try to talk to the trainers that have horses up to see what their status is. That being said, I keep forgetting to notify the board administrator that Norcrest has American Mist and Kingsboro Sword off (Louise plasters a sticky note to her forehead so that she remembers).

Horsea, I'll PT you tonight, from home, with information about Friend Rick and Shudasold and any others I think you might be interested in.

[BeastieSlave]

Woo Hoo!!! I'm having a good day placing OTTB's! I just got an e-mail from one of the list members from a list that I posted a link to the sale on. She said she wants Jamie J Can Too and Rhondie! She was just letting me know, so I'm assuming she's in contact with Exceller folks to make it happen.

As an aside, I'm working on a local OTTB for a COTH BB'er right now too. Go me!

[Luvinfoofy]

Yay, go BeastieSlave! http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_wink.gif


Can someone PLEASE tell me whats wrong with Big Time Flyer, he is a GOOD LOOKIN' HORSE!

I want him so badly, but even if I did have the time and money to get him here, I'd never be able to pay board on another horse. He's end up at home with my parents.. sitting around. http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_frown.gif I'm going to go to all of my eventing trainers and convince them that they need a new project now.. if I can't have him then someone MUST!!

Something about Friend Rick catches my eye too, he's THICK! Gosh, you'd think he was a QH if he wasn't listed on Exceller!

[Lion1024]

Someone must take Friend Rick. I think he'd make a great eventer.

[Luvinfoofy]

Has anyone gotten any quotes on shipping lately? From Fingerlakes to somewhere in the midwest?

[Bensmom]

Luvinfoofy -- the quotes we've gotten for shipping have all been down to Florida, so I can't help you there, but yes, someone MUST take Big Time Flyer! I think the only reason he is still there is that people are afraid that 9 is too old for a "prospect."

I have the video at home on my computer and I really like him. I just can't buy anything else at this point. &lt;sigh&gt;

Yay Beastieslave!! Way to go -- keep on sharing that link! http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

Libby

[NewbieDressage]

I dont know wether my hauler is full up yet or not as he is taking 3 of my recent "rescues" but if anyone needs a ride going from NY [hes picking my rescis up on LI] to NC/SC area lemme know and I will see. He is leaving NY between October 31st and November 4th.

[Louise]

You have your PT, horsea

[Pokabout]

Not saying I'm into buying, but I've always wondered.

If you are interested, how would you go about purchasing one of these horses if say you are out of state?

Been a question I've had for awhile, but just never asked.

There are some cuties on there, though. http://chronicleforums.com/images/custom_smilies/yes.gif
....Especially Sordid Affair. http://chronicleforums.com/images/custom_smilies/lol.gif

[Luvinfoofy]

I was wonering that too today, Pokabout. Who has done this? Do you just vet the horse over the phone and have the current trainer load 'em up with the shipper? Do you have to arrange for someone to purachase halter/wraps/head bumper/etc for the trip - or will the trainer usually send those along with the horse? Just curious. http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_wink.gif

[BeastieSlave]

Alright, I'll take a stab at it...

They have a vet listed on the Exceller site for the FL track. I bet the volunteers at all the tracks are familiar with the vets in the area and can offer advice. If you just need a health certificate, I'm sure the trainer would be happy to coordinate that.

It's easy to wire $ for payment, and I bet the trainer or a lovely volunteer would be happy to get the horse packed onto the truck or trailer that'll be taking it to its new home.

Most commercial hauling companies prefer for the horses not to be wrapped for long trips and most horses also come with halters. (around here I believe it's the law) I would think that if you wanted the horse to wear a bumper you would send one or pay for one.

When I got a filly through a TB rescue a few years ago, they did everything. All I did was meet the truck. She just magically got on the truck with her halter, health cert. and other papers, and found her way to GA http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_smile.gif

Seriously, the volunteers for these groups are amazing! I got the feeling that they were happy to do whatever they could to send a horse on to a good home.

[Pokabout]

Ohhh, Okay. I gotcha. http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_smile.gif Tempting...

The more and more I look at Sordid Affair's pictures, the more I want. http://chronicleforums.com/images/custom_smilies/lol.gif I guess cause she sorta reminds me of my late girl, but she's a very nicely put together mare. http://chronicleforums.com/images/custom_smilies/yes.gif

[Bensmom]

Pokabout -- I'm not a mare person -- I know that isn't fair, and is discriminatory, but there you are.

Even with that in mind, Sordid Affair almost made me change my mind! She's beautiful -- I fell in love with her the first time she was listed, back in June, I think? Anyway, keep looking http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

I can help with some of your questions, I think.

My friend talked extensively with Twisty's trainer in the four days or so it took her to make up her mind. She chose not to vet her, but that is obviously a personal choice -- it can easily be done, if you wanted to do it. As a matter of fact, I spoke with the track vet at one point on another horse and liked her very much.

My friend sent a cashier's check and the trainer wrapped her for the trip, and sent her with her halter, halter fuzzies, her blanket, her tin of peppermints, a win photo, a letter from her daughter, a list of what she ate, when her vaccinations had been done, her Coggins, her health certificate, and her papers. http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

Her wraps went back with the shipper -- the guy we used was a friend of the trainer, and he is the one that makes the regular run back and forth to FL/Florida every two weeks and so he just returned her wraps, as I had a fresh set ready to bring her home.

It really was an easy thing to set up, and between talking with the EF volunteers and the trainer, I felt like I already knew the horse by the time she got here! http://chronicleforums.com/images/custom_smilies/yes.gif

The trainer called me five times the day she was supposed to arrive. At least. http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_smile.gif She was really worried about sending her so far away, but she did fine.

I had always worried about trying something like this because of the distance, but I can tell you I'd do it again in a heartbeat. http://chronicleforums.com/images/custom_smilies/yes.gif In fact, the only thing I'd change is that I would make sure my friend was *really* ready to jump into multiple horse ownership before she did this. It has worked out ok, as she's now got a great home with someone that was desperate to get her as a broodmare prospect, but it could have gone not so well once my friend decided she didn't want horses any more after all. http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_eek.gif I really wasn't prepared for *that* development!!

But, personally, if I had the funds, Miner's Road and Big Time Flyer would already be heading to Florida!! http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

Libby &lt;sigh&gt;

[Waterwitch]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by BeastieSlave:
Woo Hoo!!! I'm having a good day placing OTTB's! I just got an e-mail from one of the list members from a list that I posted a link to the sale on. She said she wants Jamie J Can Too and Rhondie! She was just letting me know, so I'm assuming she's in contact with Exceller folks to make it happen.

As an aside, I'm working on a local OTTB for a COTH BB'er right now too. Go me! </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

And I'm on this list too http://chronicleforums.com/images/custom_smilies/winkgrin.gif

I've talked to the owner/dealer who has Rhondie and apparently someone is coming to look at her tomorrow night http://chronicleforums.com/images/custom_smilies/no.gif

I posted another thread about Jamie J Can Too...when I googled her name I came up with an old COTH thread from Aug titled "Fingerlakes/Exceller filly and mares" ...anybody know what happened to it? There was quite a bit of discussion about this mare on it and I'm wondering if there is a significant reason besides her age that she hasn't been sold yet? I've talked to her owner and have pics and info but would appreciate opinions from anyone who has seen her in person...if anyone has?

I need 2 more mares like a hole in the head. I get into all sorts of trouble when my husband's out of town...

Flying Harp Farm (http://www.flyingharp.com)

[Louise]

You'll have a PT in a couple of minutes, Flying Harp. Not that I have anything bad to say.

[BeastieSlave]

We all need a few more holes in the head, don't we? My husband just left town for the weekend http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_cool.gif

I remember that thread about Jamie J Can Too. I thought about that when you brought her up. Unfortunately, I don't remember any of the substance of the thread, but maybe that's good? Nothing glaringly bad stands out?

[BeastieSlave]

So, is there anything to report from the track?

[Louise]

Well, it had to be one of the most miserable days, weatherwise, that we have spent there. It was raining and maybe in the high 40's, or low 50's. That meant trainers were doing their jobs, and then getting out as soon as they could.

We did get pictures of some very nice horses, however, a couple of gorgeous geldings, a big mare who looks like a warmblood, and a teeny tiny mare who could be a pony but is as cute as a bug, whatever height she is.

The new descriptions are going up right now.

[Instant Karma]

What kind of mailing list is this and why am I not on ithttp://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

[Louise]

Why, Instant Karma, join right in on the Exceller Fund BB, for listing retiring race horses from the Finger Lakes track right here. (http://exforg.proboards32.com/index.cgi#general)

There are currently two boards up. One is for horses at the track that will be included in our End of Meet Sale, and the other, which is our regular board, now listing those horses who are off track.

If you are interested in our First Annual End of Meet Retiring Racehorse Sale, you can go to the main Exceller Fund site here, (http://www.excellerfund.org/) and click on the red sentance in the middle of the page to find out all about it.

[PalominoMorgan]

Regarding shipping...

Folks I know will ship anywhere in the US for 50 cents (yes, you read that right) a LOADED mile! We're in western NY, so it would be a SHORT trip to FL to pick up. I'm sure you guys could fill the truck with some nice horses headed west/south/etc.

PT me for an email address if you want or email me at kervaski52@aol.com

[beausgirl]

okay, I want Sage Fields. What a doll. He would look very nice romping with my little herd.

[Norcrest]

Ohhh you just had to post Twisted Tour didnt you? She is adorable and has a ton of heart..I saw her race and even with her small stature she is a race winner...someone get her QUICK please.

[Louise]

Did you check Twisted Tour's pedigree, Norcrest? When is the last time you saw Northern Dancer and Stop the Music that close up?

[Norcrest]

Louise!!!! http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_rolleyes.gif
I dont need anymore encouragement. ND and Stop the Music jumped out at me (and explains her size since ND was tiny) and since 2 of my stallions are 17+h I have so many ways to go with her.....need to sleep on this one for a few days.
Please someone grab her before I make another stall. http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

[cgn38]

Oh, just go get the hammer and nails, Norcrest! http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_wink.gif

[BeastieSlave]

Okay, this is a shameless bump http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_rolleyes.gif

Norcrest, are you still thinking on Twisted Tour?

So Loiuse and cgn38, what's going on at the track this weekend? Are ya'll expecting any good things to happen? Got any lookers coming to look at beasties?

[Louise]

LOL, BeastieSlave, we're just thrilled that, after at least three weekends of rain, it looks to be dry and maybe even sunny tomorrow. Unlike CANTER, we don't take people around with us, there's only two of us and there really isn't enough time to cover the area we have to cover with buyers along. What's always fun is meeting up with trainers who have horses listed and finding out that some have sold because of the BB.

We have an appointment to take a picture of one cute mare we saw last weekend. Who knows what other treasures we'll turn up?

[cgn38]

Personally, I am hoping that Precise Victor has found a home. He is just so special and was so gentle and quiet when we saw his teenaged rider trotting (floating) him around the shed row. Here is a link to Vic in case anyone looking for a quiet, inexpensive ($600), beautiful mover, overlooked him:
http://exforg.proboards32.com/index.cgi?board=horse&act...ay&thread=1128277740 (http://exforg.proboards32.com/index.cgi?board=horse&amp;action=display&amp;thread=112827 7740)

[Norcrest]

Problem is that I like Signal Red, Twisted Tour and Sordid Affair....anyone want to buy them and breed them to my stallions and they can live here?????? I truly have no more stalls for my own horses since I swore to "reserve" space in my barn for our lovely paying guests...but its soooo tempting http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_rolleyes.gif


As a quick update: Kingboro's Sword runs like a pomeranian (sp?) she throws her tail over her rump and it is soo cute! American Mist who I am calling Misty (which I really dont like) is alittle off on her left front but thinks she should be allowed to run around all she wants..so she is restricted to the smaller of the round pens. She is not pleased..but WOW what a beautiful horse..wait til she matures. My boyfriend who is not a horse person fell in love with her right off.

[BeastieSlave]

Ah Norcrest, why don't you buy 'em, breed 'em, and send them to live with me?! All I'd charge would be some sweet gelding named above....

[Louise]

Well, Norcrest, you're down to two, as Signal Red was placed. She went to a nice home, to be a broodmare. Of course, after you look at the mares and fillies that went up this week, you might just be up to three again.

[Norcrest]

YAY for Signal Red!!!! Luckily my computer is having modem issues so my connection is too slow today to look at the new listings...but I will be at the Finger Lakes Open House/Sale on that Sunday with a friend and a trailer

Bad Beastie....dont give me any ideas...geesh between you and CGN telling me to buy nails I will have more horses here soon

[17handtb]

Oh my goodness - how CUTE (http://exforg.proboards32.com/index.cgi?board=horse&action=display&thread=1130687137)! She could pass for a very fancy (and very sweet-looking) little pony.

[regencyhorses&ponies]

17handtb,
I may just have to take her home with me

[BeastieSlave]

I thought she had a pony look about her too. It's the neck and cute little head - she's got that plump pony look. Go get her regencyhorses&ponies!

Norcrest- anything I can do to enable a fellow collector http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_wink.gif

[Norcrest]

Isnt Comet cute? But she is 7yrs old not 4 or 5. Not sure how much she has won at the track but she was 2nd at the end of September in a 4000 claimer. Someone please grab her! I have spent too much time researching her pedigree. Her dam is stakes placed and her 1/2 bro won over $200K and is a nice stakes winner.

[GoneAwayFarmCT]

Bump, and Louise, you have a PT.

[Norcrest]

Ok someone just has to buy Ralista. She is 14'3 and so cute. Her dam sold for $35,000 in January at the Ocala Breeders Sale and she has a 1/2 brother by Valid Expectations that earned over $175K. Please please someone take her or else she may have a date in 2006 with The Pawn Broker. http://chronicleforums.com/images/custom_smilies/lol.gif

[BeastieSlave]

Oh Norcrest, make it easier on yourself and just go get her!! You'll find the space - she's not very big....

[3mares]

Norcrest - I like Comet too - she is cute!
What do any of you think of Senora Circle or Reigning Star?

[cgn38]

Beastieslave - I sent you a PT.

Oh, I really liked Reigning Star - he is elegant and was so sweet waiting for his photo shoot. He was muddy so he got hosed off with cold water and just stood there so patiently. I can see him in a show ring. I really think he is looking for his own person.
I have not seen Senora Circle in person.

[Silly Mommy]

So Louise,

When I end up in divorce, can hubby come live with you?

I'm picking up the big girl on Thursday.

As for hubby, he won't even know who the "new boarder" is anyway. http://chronicleforums.com/images/custom_smilies/lol.gif

[Louise]

Yah Hoo Silly Mommy! I asked the trainer last weekend if she had heard from you. I'm so glad the big mare is going to go live with you!

[3mares]

I am going to see Friend Rick this weekend! http://chronicleforums.com/images/custom_smilies/yes.gif
Have any of you seen him in person?

[17handtb]

Oooh, oooh, which big mare? Raewanda? Sordid Affair? Antique Freak? (not that I, um, surf te FL listings obsessively. Nope, not at all... http://chronicleforums.com/images/custom_smilies/uhoh.gif)

[Norcrest]

Silly Mommy..who are you bringing home? I really hope its someone from my not so short list!

[cgn38]

Way to go, Silly Mommy! She is built to the hilt, too! I am so happy!

[cgn38]

3mares, Friend Rick is a cutie! Very well bred, also! I hope you have a great visit and bring home a trailer full!

[Louise]

Don't forget to take a good look at the horses that are currently listed on the regular board, the ones that are off track. In most cases, they are in barns that are very close to the track and, if you are there, it would really not be too much of a stretch to go see some of the ones at private farms.

Two that come to mind as being particularly nice are Judge Ballard and Walks on Fire. Both are really lovely animals and would make someone good horses for any discipline.

[Norcrest]

3mares...do you think I should bring my trailer when we meet Friend Rick?

[horsea]

I am still wondering why Antique Freak has not been taken? Also what about Sordid Affair , Senora Circle and Raewanda???

[Lexus]

Friend Rick is very nicely put together, well bred but small. He'll grow some more but I don't think he'll ever be a large horse. I really liked him though when I saw him.

[horsea]

Has anyone seen Okeechobylady?

[17handtb]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Lexus:
Friend Rick is very nicely put together, well bred but small. He'll grow some more but I don't think he'll ever be a large horse. I really liked him though when I saw him. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

I've always thought smaller horses could be incredibly athletic and agile. Never understood the prejudice against the littler guys (says the owner of a 17-hand TB who is athletic, but...like his "mom"...not so agile. http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_smile.gif ) To me, Friend Rick just screams "eventer"!

[3mares]

I agree 17handtb- I think he is adorable! And a Secretariat grandson - and, only raced 6 times!
And eventing (low level) is what I want to do. I can't wait to see him, though my hubby would probably leave me if I bring him home!

[Lexus]

I absolutely agree that Friend Rick screams eventer. Unfortunetly in the hunter world the little guys still need to get down the lines.

[DressageGeek "Ribbon Ho"]

3mares - my OTTB is also a Secretariat grandson - and he would make a MEAN eventer if I had the guts to do it. I say go for it!!!!

I can say this knowing I can only afford to board one horse. I'll be calling on CANTER people if I win the lottery, marry wealth, receive an inheritance.

[BeastieSlave]

Along the lines of giving this a bump...

If someone's available, you might want to try for a new picture of Skimming Stones this weekend.

Is Comet Crossing the same mare that I pulled up on Pedigree Query? If so, it says she's 7, and it looks to me like she's won more money than her description makes it sound like.

What's the story on Storm Duck? He looks like a handsome fellow with good reviews.

[BeastieSlave]

Louise or cgn38, will one of you check on Precise Victor and Hide Song for me this weekend? Can you try to get a feel for bottom line price for each if they were to go to a loving home in GA? Aw heck, check on Comet Crossing too if you can.... I'll be out of town, but I'll try to catch up with you when I get back on Sunday.

[Louise]

BeastieSlave, I'll be glad to check on their availablility for you, and I'll PT you a little later with particulars on the horses you are asking about.

Unfortunately, as volunteers for Exceller, we cannot get involved in any kind of negotiations. Our job has to stay simply one of presenting these animals to the public and bringing buyer and seller together. Therefore, I won't be able to talk price with any of these folks. You will have to contact them yourself and see how much they are willing to negotiate.

[BeastieSlave]

Thanks, I understand. I just don't want to run the risk of offending anyone or seeming like a pesky tire kicker.

[Louise]

You have a PT, BeastieSlave.

[talloaks]

What is the story on #243 ERICA'S CHOICE? She is a 4 year old, only 15-2h but boy does she have the hindquarters to make a QH jealous!! http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_wink.gif

[Silly Mommy]

Just got home from my excursion.

Ya'll can stop worrying about Raewanda.

She came off the trailer and into the indoor. Had to chase her to get her to move and....

Well...

Impressive isn't a good enough word for her. She's been cooped up for 2 months since she hasn't been running, and she is much calmer than I had anticipated - sounder too. I haven't put a stick on her, but she looks more like 16.2 - just REALLY stocky with an elegant head and looooong beautiful neck. Her movement, well, I can't type here what came out of my mouth, but it started with "HOLY".....

I'll get pics and update soon.

[BeastieSlave]

Congratulations Silly Mommy and Raewanda! Can't wait to see the pix.

[Norcrest]

Congrats Silly Mommy..nice mare

what do you all think of Big Time Flyer as a dressage mount?

[Holsteiner]

Louise, I came into this topic late but was doing a search on Buddy Puddy and this topic came up. My boyfriend has him on trial right now and would love to find out some more info about him. He seems like such an affectionate and wonderful guy I think i'm already in love. Is there anyway to get more info on him?

[Ale52292]

I am looking at Big time Flyer!! Uhhh Heaven... He is destined to be my new Dressage mount. http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_smile.gif

BUT we are heading up to the sale Sunday (about an hr drive) and looking at a couple of the others.. Wish me luck.. anyone have any suggestions??

[Lexus]

A friend of mine that owns race horses knew Buddy Puddy while he was with his former owner/trainer/breeder. Word is he was everyone's favorite. A solid citizen that always tried his best. I looked at him myself by the way, what a cutie! I loved his solid build! When I asked my friend if he'd ever heard of Buddy Puddy he said 'Of course! Everyone loves Buddy!'

[Norcrest]

just bumping,,,these horses need homes

[cgn38]

Ale52292 - If you are looking for dressage, I have a few suggestions (but I do not claim to be any sort of an expert): Precise Victor - saw him move and he is nice; Henry Robinson - floats, an exceptional mover with suspension; Walks on Fire - just moved to the sale listing; Reigning Star; Hangontight. So glad you will be attending the sale - thanks for your consideration of these horses.

[Louise]

cgn38 is right on in her dressage suggestions, especially with Precise Victor and Henry Robinson. The are both lovely movers, and, for what its worth, my background is dressage.

[BeastieSlave]

Bump....

Louise I have misplaced your number and cgn38 I can't get through to you. I wanted to hear how things are looking up there.

[Louise]

We took a lot of listings yesterday, BeastieSlave. There are some really nice horses in the lot, which should be going up on the board today. There are so many horses that need homes, and the end of the meet is so close.

This year, with rescues being so full, we really need people to open their hearts and take one of these lovely and loving creatures into their lives.

[BeastieSlave]

Oooohh, there are some lovely beasties that have just been added...

[LoneWolf13]

Ok guys, I am absolutely IN LOVE with Sly Trickster!!! I live just outside of Cobleskill...anyone from my area going?

[Louise]

Oh, Sly Trickster is very, very nice. His owner loves him very much, so much that he has kept him for all of these years, after if became clear that he was never going to be a race horse. He's only letting him go now because the trainer is getting older and feels that he must reduce his herd before winter.

Sly Trickster is located off track, maybe a 20-30 minute drive from Finger Lakes. I have not received word that his owner is bringing into the track for the sale, so, technically, he is not part of it. However, don't let that stop you from giving the trainer a call and setting up an appointment to see him.

[hunt_jump]

Wow, I am drooling over the new Shirl's Halo filly that was added yesterday. She looks REALLY nice!

[MissBri]

Oh I am such a SUCKER for a chestnut mare!

Shirl's Halo is way too cute and what a steal.

Jammoca's B Lady and Breeze Easy are also nice looking redheads.

If only I had another stall one of these girls would be mine.

[talloaks]

Why aren't some of the pics coming up? Are those horses spoken for?

[talloaks]

Okay, I got Shirl's Halo to come up this time!! Does anyone know if she cribs?

[LoneWolf13]

Hi again,

Ok, I'm so in love...there are quite a few that are really calling to me and I'm planning on being there on Sunday...(BTW - just to make sure everyone caught it, the date HAS BEEN CHANGED to just Sunday). Does anyone know of transportation possibilities within upstate NY? I live 175 miles from the track but have no trailer http://chronicleforums.com/images/custom_smilies/no.gif...I am more than willing to pay a reasonable fee but I need to line it up before I go so I don't get myself into a quagmire. I would greatly appreciate suggestions! Thanks in advance...

[Louise]

Hurried answer for Lonewolf. If you check the Exceller Fund BB at http://www.excellerfund.org , you will see that there are four forums. The fourth forum is labelled "Transportation." There are several local individuals there who may be able to help you.

[KristiC]

I'm wanting Sultry Firm in my barn...and I'm only about 30 minutes from the track...My husband would kill me. Anybody see him move? It says he has a weak hind end. ??

[Norcrest]

Lonewolf13 which ones are you looking at? I will be there with my horse trailer and can help get your pick(s) home. PT me if you have any questions. There are several mares that I really like but if I can fill the trailer with your horses I dont have to fill it with my own http://chronicleforums.com/images/custom_smilies/yes.gif

[LoneWolf13]

Hi Norcrest,

Thank you so much for the offer! I am actually only looking to purchase one for myself (and know I HAVE to stick with that!) There are quite a few i'm interested in so I need to make a list, set the priorities and call the trainers tonight. HangOnTight is gorgeous and I also really like Go See Michelle but need to find out more about her injuries. I'm not looking to show or event, just western pleasure and trails so she may be just right!

There is an 85 mile difference between our places, do you think this is something you would want to do? I am more than happy to pay you for your assistance and to help with the expense.

Again...the offer is immensly appreciated and I look forward meeting you!

[BeastieSlave]

Oohhh, I love Go See Michelle's sweet face!! Please go get her http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

[Norcrest]

Lonewolf...once you meet me you will know that 85 miles is nothing! I drove 657 yesterday (see the 6yr old gelding needs home topic) all in a days work for me http://chronicleforums.com/images/custom_smilies/yes.gif My Mom and boyfriend both think I am part gypsy, part nomad! I will be there on Sunday, and look forward to meeting you

[LoneWolf13]

Thank you so much!!! I'll pm you tomorrow so that I can find you come Sunday! Let me know what I can do to assist http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_smile.gif.

Just got some sad news though...(well, only for me)...I spoke with the track vet about "Go See Michelle" and it looks like she probably has found a new home http://chronicleforums.com/images/custom_smilies/cry.gif. I will find out for sure tomorrow evening. However, I am confident one will find me and steal my heart! I'm back to the listings to find some other great prospects!

Oh...Sunday...please hurry up! I feel like a kid a couple days before Christmas http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

[BeastieSlave]

Ahhh, LoneWolf13, I know what you mean. I always want one of 'us' on COTH to get my favorites so I can hear about them in their new lives. But it is good that Go See Michelle may have a home! There will be another fine beastie waiting for you http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

Norcrest in some perverse sort of way I'm jealous http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_rolleyes.gif I love spending the day hauling beasties! I absolutely love to load up my trailer, and it is an even better feeling when you know you are taking good beasties to a better place http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_smile.gif (Way to go, BTW!)

[Silly Mommy]

Hey Guys -

The pics don't do him justice, but I liked Alica's Quickdraw ALOT...

Here (http://exforg.proboards32.com/index.cgi?board=horse&action=display&thread=1127617199)

[LoneWolf13]

Okie Dokie...

If it turnes out that Go See Michelle has found a home, here's my new list! http://chronicleforums.com/images/custom_smilies/lol.gif

(1) If they could drop the price to $1000 (which I doubt) I'd love to have Hang On Tight
(2) Flag Tower
(3) Jamie J Can Too
(4) Precise Victor
(5) Run Baron Run

Wish me luck guys!!!

[Louise]

Nice list, LoneWolf. Just two things that I want to make sure that you know.

1. Jamie J Can Too isn't technically part of the sale, as she is off the track, at a farm somewhere outside of Syracuse.

2. Run Baron Run is gorgeous. He is a colt. That doesn't mean he couldn't be gelded, but I don't know if you want to deal with that.

Hang on Tight is spectacular. The pictures really don't do him justice. The owner may very well be willing to negotiate. You may not be able to get to $1,00 but I bet you could get that price down some.

[hunt_jump]

So... is anyone shipping one of these nice horses to the SouthEast (Florida/Georgia)???

Louise, can you tell us more about Shirl's Halo?

[BeastieSlave]

Since I don't really need another beastie, I have decided to sit tight and see if any of them need me after the sale. That's another way of saying mayyyybbbeeee there will be something heading to south GA later in the month....

[horsea]

Could you tell those of us who live far away which ones look like good quiet hunter prospects?I am not able to get up there this weekend and already have four horses, but I cannot stop looking at those fabulous horses and dreaming what each of them can become given a chance. Would my hubby divorce me if I brought home one more???

[KristiC]

I spent a few summers way back when working at the track and TB training ctrs. I brought home more than a few OTTBs. What I found is if the trainer knows that your interested(has name/number) if it comes to the end they are usually really willing to negotiate. I got an absolutely wonderful gelding once for $400. and a couple for free.
If your not in the market but...you would if tempted then I would say contact the trainer and give them your info and if the end comes and the horse isn't placed...you'll probably get a call.

[LoneWolf13]

Can I get your opinions on "Having a Fun Run"'s injuries? I am looking for pleasure/trail work only but don't know what kind of physical rehab/rest he needs or what possible limitations he may have for the future. Any help would be much appreciated...thanks in advance!

[Norcrest]

Beastie..dont be jealous of me in any way shape or form. Today its cold, rainy and windy and I had to clean 35 stalls, feed everyone and still have to run out to get grain from 2 different feed stores since I feed 9 kinds of grain. I love my "job".

Lonewolf I sent you a PT

[BeastieSlave]

Maybe we could trade for a while?
It's going to be in the 80's and beautiful here today. I'm stuck at the desk for at least another hour. Maybe the grass is always greener, but I think cleaning stalls would be a welcome break today. I'm going to the feed store when I leave (went to the other one yesterday) so I'm already with you there.

I think I'm going to give myself a half day off Thursday. I'm gonna load up the $70 blind in one eye super appy and take her to fernie fox (only 2 hours each way)! Hopefully they will have a large time following the hunt this weekend and another spot will open in my pastures http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_wink.gif

[Louise]

Darn old COTH was so slow today! Let's see if I can answer some questions for those who have asked.

Unfortunately, all I know about Shirl's Halo is what was written in the description. The trainer sent the picture and a little about her to us, and we posted it. I can tell you this, the trainer who has this horse is a nice person, who always has nice horses.

I also can't tell you much about Having a Fun Run. He belongs to the other organization that is co-sponsoring the sale, the Finger Lakes Thoroughbred Adoption Program. If you call, you can ask the vet who runs the program about his injuries.

It's hard for me to just single out a few of these horses as nice, quiet hunters. The all seem so lovely and kind to me, in the brief time I have seen them. I like Cobashack, Flag Tower, Distant Kid, Alicia's Quick Draw, for starters. But, heck, I like them all.

[Lexus]

As a hunter person, I'd suggest Alicia's Quick Draw, he seemed extraordnarily quiet. Friend Rick is on the small side but should grow some. His conformation though is just stunning, his pedigree shows athleticism and his personality was adorable. I like the looks of Strausberg but I haven't met him personally. Finally, I love the look of Sultry Firm but I'd need to understand the weak hind end comment and what exactly is going on in the knee.

There's more and I could go on but those are the first I'd take a look at.

[LoneWolf13]

Tell me what you all think here...

My father manages a small upstate NY talk radio station. In talking to him today and discussing the Finger Lake sale, he expressed his want to support the No Slaughter/Rescue cause. Both my mom and I have done reporting/remotes for the station on the side so we have our press passes we'll be bring with us on Sunday. My father will sponser public awareness on the issue on air as well as produce and air "commercials" for the rescue organizations involved (no charge for any of this). We also have a talk show host in the mornings (who also does national) who would conduct interviews on air as a favor to us to further the word on the horses plight and alternatives to slaughter. Unfortunately, it is too short notice to put this together before Sunday but I will be interviewing and taking notes for anything in the future (say a month or so from now.)

My family and I want to help in any way possible and although we don't have a lot of money or own a farm, we do have other resources and contacts that may be able to help.

If anyone has ideas or know who may be interested in providing the necessary info to produce this or be interviewed on air, including volunteers, please let me know.
Thanks!

[Silly Mommy]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">As a hunter person, I'd suggest Alicia's Quick Draw, he seemed extraordnarily quiet </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

And solidly built. I almost snatched him and then tried to get a client to buy him, but alas, I'm a mare person, and my client is having a life crisis.

[Louise]

Pleae see your PT's LoneWolf13

[horsea]

Does anyone have any more pics or know more about Alicias Quick Draw. I am really interested. The problem is that I am not really comfortable buying sight unseen, and I am not able to get to the sale. Any words of wisdom or advice?

[Louise]

I can probably dig up more pictures of Alicia's Quick Draw, that I took when I took the pictures that are up. They will be very similar, and not as good as those, but I'll be glad to send them along if you want to PT me with an email address. It won't be until tonight.

All I can say is that I know both Lexus and Silly Mommy, and that they are both very experienced horsewomen, and both are in hunters. The fact that both of them speak highly of this horse is a definite plus.

There will be a vet at the sale. If you decide to buy, he can always check the horse for you. In fact, we always strongly advise that any of these horses be vet checked. His information is on the Exceller site here. (http://www.excellerfund.org/) Go down the page to the red sentance about the sale and click on it. You will find much useful information.

You always are taking a risk, when you buy a horse sight unseen. But then, aren't you taking a risk when you buy any horse? You never know what is going to happen to these often delicate creatures.

[Louise]

Two more days until the sale! Be sure to take a good long look at all the lovely horses available. Those of you who can't come please consider buying sight unseen. There will be a vet available on Sunday for vet checks, his contact information is on the Exceller site (http://www.excellerfund.org) . Just click on the red sentance in the middle of the page about the sale. Today will be the last day that you can contact him to set up an appointment for Sunday.

[BeastieSlave]

So, who's planning on going? Please speak up so those of us from far away can live vicariously through you, or hunt you down during the day.... Who has a list of beasties to check out? Who's going to get "the one"?

[Norcrest]

Beastie, Louise and others. Well sitting on my hands here but I will be there on Sunday. Have my list down to 3 mares and will bring ONE home. I am looking for the most banged up, battle scarred, mean, orniest one I can find.

I would also like to offer a place for someone to layover a horse if you are buying from out of state, I can pick up your horse, bring it here and help arrange transport. I will be shuttling between the track about 5 times between now and the end of the meet.

[MissBri]

Someone PLEASE take Karakoram Conquest, Shirls Halo, Pretty Little Angel. They all are just beautiful and each of these girls has that 'look' in their eye. If I only had another stall or money to add one!

[BeastieSlave]

Norcrest, be careful what you offer http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_smile.gif I have put my name in as a sort of last resort buyer. Which means that I may also end up with a banged-up beastie. Of course, I have a long list of horses who have caught my eye or touched my heart, but I hope they all find loving homes and don't need me. I'll be checking the computer and my phone looking for updates from you guys.

[Luvinfoofy]

I had a dream that Big Time Flyer got adopted last night, but when I checked in this morning he was still listed. I wish I could make it work and bring this guy home - but even if I could afford board theres long waiting lists on the two local stables I could keep him at. http://chronicleforums.com/images/custom_smilies/no.gif

I really hope this weekend goes well and they find homes for many of these great horses.. there are so many!

[Norcrest]

Luvinfoofy....I think your dream will come true on Sunday when Ale sees him. She is determined to bring him home, although she has a few others on her list as well. Then I can go visit him too!
MissBri...Shirls Halo is on my short list so if noone gets her this weekend.hmmmm she could be living here shortly.
Beastie...I swear I am going to take you up on your previous offer to trade for awhile. I will happily live in 80 degree temps if you dont mind cleaning stalls in the 40's and rain! If I had someone helping me, there would be another barn up and more little girls living here! http://chronicleforums.com/images/custom_smilies/yes.gif

[Ale52292]

Hi all.. I will be there and will 100% be bringing Someone home.. http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_smile.gif I only have a limited amount to work with and with all the fan mail Big Time Flyer has been getting I don't know if he will still be available.. I have a few others in mind though. Does anyone have any really good ideas on a Future dressage mount?? Gelding, 16+ hands, clean legged.. Kinda narrows it down huh.. Hehehe My trainer is acompanying me so between her and I we are sure to find something that will eventually be as good as my older Ottb.. I am at it again.. http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_smile.gif http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_razz.gif

[Ale52292]

Oops forgot to add That I need sudgestions cause my list needs to be cut down some.. Not enough time to see them all.. :P

[Green Acres]

Bumping this back up - sure wish I could have another OTTB!!!

[LoneWolf13]

I have found out that Go See Michelle is still available!!! I now have first dibs come Sunday, they already have my application and have called my references and everything looks good...woohoo!!!

A quick question, does anyone know if these horses are utd on their shots and Coggins? My boarder requires (and understandably so) that they are...

Thanks - I look forward to meeting all who are there!!!

[Norcrest]

LW13-yes they have current coggins since the track requires it. Someone else will have to answer the shot question since I have never needed to know. But I believe since they are at the track shots must also be UTD.

I also just sent you a PT http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

[Louise]

LW13, Go See Michele, being a FLTAP horse is likely to be UTD on shots. But, they should be able to tell you that, easily.

[Lexus]

Actually, the track requires a coggins and maybe rabies (but I doubt it) other than that it depends on the trainer whether they are up to date on shots. My last mare from FL hadn't had shots in god knows how long. When I bought her and asked the trainer that question he looked at me like I had three heads so make sure to ask.

Louise would know better than I about the FLTAP horses.

[Louise]

I'm assuming because a vet runs the program, she's not going to let these horses go unprotected. However, always best to ask.

We're getting some late additions emailed in. The information is a bit sketchy, but take a look, they look like they could be nice horses.

[Norcrest]

Louise..I started drooling all over Big Doc last night. I hope someone snatches him up since he is definitely out for me since I already have a son of Valid Expectations in my barn. But he is GORGEOUS! Love that head

[Louise]

We were down at the track today, getting ready for the sale. We didn't take any pictures because there would be no way we would have time to get them up on the BB and into the sale notebooks we have prepared.

I can say that we did take information on a whole bunch of really nice ones. We will have a list with us, and if people are looking for that type of horse will take them to see those horses also.

Besides, I have a feeling that every trainer in the place is going to be offering horses that none of us has seen before.

Don't forget, there will be a vet available for prepurchase exams. See the Exceller Fund (http://www.excellerfund.org) site - click on the red sentance - for a description of what services he will be providing.

[BeastieSlave]

Good luck!! I hope you guys have a fabulous day and many, many, beasties find good homes http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

Also, good luck to those of you heading to the sale. May your trailers be full to overflowing on the trip home http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_wink.gif

[Louise]

One final bump, before I'm off to the track.

I sure do hope to meet a lot of COTHer's today!

[LoneWolf13]

Good Morning All!!!

Leaving for the Finger Lakes here shortly!!! WooHoo!!!

I will DEFINITELY be bringing a new sweetie home tonight (probably Go See Michelle) so wish us luck and be forwarned, I will be gushing come tomorrow...lol.

For all who are coming, have a safe drive and hope to meet you there today!

[17handtb]

Bumping up...anxiously awaiting news on how many Finger Lakes horses and COTHers found each other today!!! THANK YOU to Louise and cgn38 for your hard work, today and leading up to today...

[Pokabout]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by 17handtb:
Bumping up...anxiously awaiting news on how many Finger Lakes horses and COTHers found each other today!!! THANK YOU to Louise and cgn38 for your hard work, today and leading up to today... </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

Ditto! I can't wait to see updates! http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

[PalominoMorgan]

This is probably torture, but can someone tell me how Hide Song looked and how much he sold for?

Updates from everyone else anxiously anticipated! http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_smile.gif

[Louise]

We are so pleased with the way things went today. We haven't formally tallied up yet, but it looks like 8 or 9 horses found new owners from Exceller, and 3 from the other organization, FLTAP. For a first time event, I think that was very, very good.

Plus, I noticed that most of the people we walked around were taking down trainer names and numbers like crazy. So, I'm hopeful that, in the very near future, we will have quite a number of horses heading off to new homes.

The people who came to the sale were very pleased, I think, with the quality of horse that was being presented. They all had very lovely, kind things to say about the job that we were doing. I even have had one owner call me already and thank us for doing what we did today.

I'm very tired, and will probably hit the hay very early tonight. But, I think all the dreams I will have will be good ones.

Many, many thanks to all who helped make today a success.

[Louise]

Oh, by the way, better just get on down there, PalaminoMorgan. Hide Song is still available, though there are a couple of people who have expressed a strong interest in him.

[Ale52292]

Well Big Time Flyer wasn't AT ALL what he was cracked up to be.. my main down fall was that the trainer said he was great with people but attacked other horses.. Ugh.. not on my little farm.. but he was Pretty!!! I ended up coming home with e REALLY nice 9 yr old 16.2 hand Gelding that was included in the sale but was by El Cisks Trainer.. Brassy as he is called has settled in quite nice. http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

The trainers didn't seem very interested in negotating prices which kinda struck me.. I headed out with the puney $900 I had saved up and wasn't able to touch nill to nothing.. BUT our check list was quite extensive also..

I was really bothered by a trainer (No names) was trying to sell a horse with a quite sore and swollen ankle and she said that if he wasn't sold today he would be running TOMORROW!!!! UGH!! http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_mad.gif

Personally I wanted to go through and let them all free out of thir cages.. but is a no no.. http://chronicleforums.com/images/custom_smilies/no.gif

All in all I was hoping for a little better turn out and more trainers willing to part for a good future but Money talks...

[Ale52292]

oops he wasn't included in the sale.... http://chronicleforums.com/images/custom_smilies/sigh.gif

[17handtb]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Louise:
We are so pleased with the way things went today. We haven't formally tallied up yet, but it looks like 8 or 9 horses found new owners from Exceller, and 3 from the other organization, FLTAP. For a first time event, I think that was very, very good.

Plus, I noticed that most of the people we walked around were taking down trainer names and numbers like crazy. So, I'm hopeful that, in the very near future, we will have quite a number of horses heading off to new homes.

The people who came to the sale were very pleased, I think, with the quality of horse that was being presented. They all had very lovely, kind things to say about the job that we were doing. I even have had one owner call me already and thank us for doing what we did today.

I'm very tired, and will probably hit the hay very early tonight. But, I think all the dreams I will have will be good ones.

Many, many thanks to all who helped make today a success. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

Nicely done! http://chronicleforums.com/images/custom_smilies/yes.gif

[Ale52292]

I also wanted to send a HUGH thanks to all of the People who helped make this day a good one!! I met a bunch of awesome ladies that were the best of help (one even saved us from that dang TV crew that was stalking us!! Ahhh) But THANKS again for all of your work, I am sore from all the walking so you guys must be beat!!!

Thank You!!! http://chronicleforums.com/images/custom_smilies/winkgrin.gif http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_smile.gif http://chronicleforums.com/images/custom_smilies/yes.gif

[PalominoMorgan]

Ugh! Hide Song find a barn... and not mine or my husband will either really kill me or commit me. Did I mention we've only been married 5 months?

If I had a third stall already... it would be filled 2 or 3 times over from the Exceller page. *sigh*

[YoTambien]

A huge thanks to Louise and to Nel who worked their tails off in order to have this event!

Did anyone see the article about the Fingerlakes Lising in the December issue of Horse Illustrated? (I think it's the December issue which I am told gets sent out by Mid-November.)

I am so proud to be associated with these fine ladies who do so much for these horses!

[Deb413]

When to the sale with another trainer I know and Flag Tower found a home at her place. He's a sweatheart--wish I could afford board http://chronicleforums.com/images/custom_smilies/sigh.gif

http://exforg.proboards32.com/index.cgi?board=horse&act...ay&thread=1131402767 (http://exforg.proboards32.com/index.cgi?board=horse&amp;action=display&amp;thread=113140 2767)

[Louise]

Oh, he's a real beauty, and such a sweetie! I'm sorry I missed you yesterday, Deb413. Glad your trainer friend found what she was looking for.

[LoneWolf13]

Thanks so much to everyone who helped put this all together. My mom and I both felt very welcomed and at ease and although an incredibly hectic day, it was very rewarding.


Go See Michelle came home last night with help from Norcrest (thanks again!) and she settled in very nicely and was quite happy munching away on her hay. My mom had to drag me away as I was ready to sleep in the stall with her...lol. As I work in VA Monday through Friday, my family will be visiting her daily in my absence. (It killed me since I had to be on a plane at 6 am this morning..soooo didn't want to leave http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_mad.gif) I will take bunches of pics this coming weekened and post them for those who are interested! She has begun her new life!!! I absolutely adore her!!!

[BeastieSlave]

Way to go guys!!!

Deb413 Flag Tower is handsome boy (he was on my "long list"). I'm glad to know he has a good home http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_smile.gif

LoneWolf13, Go See Michelle was the first horse from the sale that called to me. I love her face in the picture! I'm a real sucker for a grey mare too. Please do get pictures for us and I'll be watching for lots of updates http://chronicleforums.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif

[kazaban]

Louise,
I am wondering if you can list the horses that were sold? I looked at a bunch of horses at the track two weeks ago and I am wondering if some of them are still available? Will the horses that were not sold be moved over to the other exceller list that you keep?
Thanks a bunch!

[Louise]

We won't have a good answer for a few days, on what horses were sold. Best way to tell is to keep checking the board. It was right up to snuff as of the day of the sale. As we hear from the trainers, we will be transferring horses to the archives.

The horses that didn't sell are still for sale. Eventually, the two forums on the BB will be merged again. It may take the administrator of the board a while to do that, as it isn't the easiest task in the world.

[Louise]

First, and very preliminary, list of horses who found homes because of the sale:

Cazzy Cat
Friend Rick
GoSeeMichelle
HavinaFunRun
Precise Victor
Reigning Star
Shirl's Halo

[KrazyTBMare]

Anyone know Erica's Chance pedigree? Just wondering if shes related to my mare. Thanks!

[Louise]

Here you go, KrazyTBMare -- the pedigree for Erica's Chance. (http://www.pedigreequery.com/ericas+chance)