Quinn - Reserve Champion Connemara – Kind Nature, Quality Paces, Super Jump

Irish Sport Equine in County Laois

Height: 15hh

Age: 5 years old

Colour: Grey

Breed: Connemara

Gender: Gelding

Type: Horse

Discipline: All-Rounder, Showing and Mother-daughter share

Description: 🌟 Beautiful Rising 5-Year-Old Purebred Connemara Gelding – Quinn – 15hh Grey 🌟 Reserve Champion – 2025 Sligo County Show Quinn is a rising 5-year-old, 15hh purebred Connemara gelding who stands out immediately for his quality, presence, and exceptional temperament. He is a true model of the breed—a beautiful, well-made pony with good bone, excellent shoulder and hind end, and three balanced, rhythmical paces that make him eye-catching in any arena. His traditional Connemara head, with a bright, intelligent, kind eye, completes the picture. ⭐ Show Record & Potential Quinn is already proving himself in the ring. He was Reserve Champion at this year’s Sligo County Show, showing his correctness, way of going, and natural quality against strong competition. He is the type judges notice—clean, elegant, and well-schooled for his age without being overproduced. He is an excellent candidate for ridden Connemara classes, performance classes, dressage, working hunter, and eventing. With his paces and temperament, he has the scope to continue progressing quickly. ⭐ Temperament – Quiet, Honest, and Reliable Quinn has a truly lovely nature. He is quiet and sensible but also forward, responsive, and enjoyable. He has been ridden here by novice teenagers and gives them confidence. Soft mouth Light and easy to ride Never strong or silly Always keen, ears forward, and ready to work Very genuine and forgiving He is the ideal mix of fun and safe—a pony you can trust but still enjoy. ⭐ Jumping & Cross Country Quinn loves his jumping. Loose jumps over 1.20m effortlessly Brave, careful, and naturally athletic Bold and honest across country Takes everything in his stride—ditches, drops, water, banks and combinations He has the qualities to excel in eventing, hunter trials, pony club, jumping leagues, and he would also make a superb hunter, as he’s straightforward, balanced, and not phased by new places or fences. ⭐ Hacking & Everyday Riding Quinn is excellent to hack out: Alone or in company Good in traffic Sensible in open fields and new environments Happy to pop drains, logs, or simply stroll home on a loose rein He is the same ride after a day off and does not need to be worked down—he has a naturally calm, willing attitude. ⭐ Who He Suits Quinn would suit: A confident teenager looking for a competitive, fun partner A mother–daughter share A rider wanting to produce a talented young horse with incredible potential Someone wanting a safe but forward-thinking pony with a great work ethic He is a genuine all-rounder with the quality and brain to excel in any direction. ⭐ Breeding Quinn is beautifully bred, from some of Ireland’s best and most proven Connemara lines: Sire: Lough Melvin Gorteen Dam lines: Western Boy × Aran Flight He carries the traditional Connemara traits—intelligence, courage, athleticism, and a kind, cooperative nature. ⭐ Manners & Handling Quinn is a pleasure in every way: No stable vices Easy to shoe Easy to box and load Easy to clip Good to catch Sensible to handle in all situations He is straightforward to manage, appreciates routine but is not fussy, and settles well wherever he goes. ⭐ Vetting, Price & Extras Open to any vetting Price includes delivery to your yard in the UK Exchange available if you are not satisfied—complete peace of mind 🎥 look at his video to see his full beauty! 📞 Call anytime: 00353 86 807 7626 📧 Email: gertytynan@gmail.com

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Quinn - Reserve Champion Connemara – Kind Nature, Quality Paces, Super Jump

Irish Sport Equine

County Laois

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