Riderless Horses and Horseless Riders--matchmaking service!

[ahalsey]

Horseless Rider in Portland, ME

I just moved to Portland, Maine in October and have been excited for the opportunity to get back to riding! I rode throughout my childhood and then was a member of the Skidmore College Equestrian team. I’ve only ridden sporadically since then over the past 8 years, but I’m a confident rider - I just have to build my riding muscles back up again!
I’m looking for a horse(s) to ride that is fairly easy going, but maybe needs a bit of schooling. I’m not looking for anything too challenging yet! I really just enjoy spending time around horses. I’m happy to provide references if necessary.

[AmarachAcres]

Sort of Riderless Horse in Vancouver, WA

So I thought I could handle the two horse juggle but not so much when it comes to the trails.

I’m looking for a confident rider to go trail riding with me as I rotate horses. The ponying thing doesn’t work for me and I don’t have the time to take them both out.

Your main man would be my 21 year old foxtrotter. I’m trying to rack up wet saddle blankets on my mare and he is getting left behind. I still take him on trail rides but I’d like him to get out more.

This would allow me to have company while he gets to come along with us. He used to compete with me but is getting rusty, so someone that can make him focus and not just be along for the ride is preferable. His only issues on trail are nose to tail syndrome, hates being in the front/lead, and calling if at the trailer alone. He does gates, bridges, side passing, logs, etc.

I need someone with soft hands and who enjoys long rides. (1 hour minimum, will be working up to 4 hours.)

There is another friend who joins me but she works my daughter’s horse when not riding her own.

If you just want to ride I ask for help with barn chores in return. If you have training experience and can help with that we can possibly trade that way.

He is not a flip or one of many, I’ve had him since he was 3 and want someone who will treat him well. That doesn’t mean he can take advantage, you are allowed to be in charge.

PM me for more details. Photos are in my sig.

[emipou]

Riderless horse in Duarte (LA), CA

Still looking someone who can come lease or half lease a horse out in Duarte, CA (near Pasadena). OTTB Mare. Goes western or dressage. Pretty nice horse, just needs someone to work with her consistently. She had a woman who was working with her and making her look quite fabulous but this woman is having some hard times right now and hasn’t been able to get out to the horse for over a month. Owner is worried because she is not able to be with the horse more than once a week with travel for her job.

Please PM if you are interested. I can send photos and contact info for the owner.

[Horseoncourse]

Horse available for 1/2 lease north of Indianapolis, Indiana

Facility has indoor and outdoor rings and a dedicated trainer.
Horse is a 10 year old Appendix gelding training to be a hunter,with a dressage background.

He will start in the hunter show ring at 2’6 this summer.

Good mover and very comfortable. Tall, 17 hands, but mild temperament.

Ride up to 3 times a week with local showing opportunities if desired.
PM for details

[MoonlightsMom]

large pony mare available for lease or lease to own - Richlands NC

I have a large pony mare that I unfortunatly dont have the time for anymore. I have hit some financial difficulties, and in order to make ends meet I am now working so much I dont have the time or energy to give her the attention she deserves. She is very sweet, willing, trainable, smart, and athletic. She has done up to 2 foot jumper courses and XC fences, but we have been focusing on flat work and dressage lately. She is still a bit on the green side, and therefore will do better with an intermediate rider. Lease would include lessons with my trainer. Terms of lease very negotiable to the right person. Please PM me for more details if interested.

[grayci]

Still Riderless-ish horse, Pinellas FL

So all these months later I still don’t get enough time to ride and everyone who’s shown interest either ends up being too far… or like me: just too busy!

A few details have changed, so a complete repost:

First, what I’m looking for:

A solid at least intermediate rider who can work with a horse toward same goals my trainer and I are working toward, and also have fun. Someone who would love to be able to ride but can’t afford their own horse right now. Under 18 is fine but would need to meet parents/sign some things. Before I was looking for someone to share her care as well, and while that’s still partially true, she is (for now) on full board so stall cleaning, etc isn’t really needed. This may change. I have an 18" A/P saddle the rider would be welcome to use, especially since she’s quite difficult to fit. Helmet is 100% not-negotiable a MUST (barn/insurance rules), and I have a size 7 to use. My only booked riding days are lessons on Friday evenings… any other day is fine to come out to ride.

Second, the horse!

She’s a 15 year old, 15-hand black Morgan/Percheron cross. Lots of hairy floof, and in my humble and totally unbiased opinion an absolutely stunning horse. Very wide, heavy, and short-backed so can accommodate a taller or heavier rider. She has done it all – from trails to jumping to driving – but was quite spoiled so the last several months has been reminding her of what she knows. She’s leaps and bounds better now, but is strong…and fast. Good solid collected walk/trot. Canter is still very rushed and big, but we’re working on consistency more than slow - especially on the right lead. She’s not out of control or anything… just fast! I say she likes to show her laziness by rushing into everything, and tries to anticipate what you’re going to ask her to do (I’m told this is her Morgan side). She’s brave and will go through anything you point her at (loves to swim!). She has no buck or rear that I’ve experienced, no bad habits, and is absolutely perfect grooming, clipping, tying, washing, feet, etc etc (I’d trust her with a total beginner learning to do all those things… just too strong for a beginner rider!)

Last, the stable!

Casual barn with a very big arena, grass jump field, dressage ring, and obstacle (trail) course. Not a super fancy or pretty place but all the amenities of one. Trails are close by but still need to be hauled to. Some more trails are supposed to be opening surrounding the barn, but not sure of all the details there. Evening fun shows happen through the hot months and starting in the winter we have a small open show series with high-point prizes at the end of the season.

If you’re interested, please PM me!

[besttwtbever]

Riderless Horse in Monroe, WA

First off, if this type of thing isn’t allowed here, please let me know and I would be happy to remove it.

I have an OTTB gelding that I would like to find a care lease situation for. I bought him off the track and started re-training him in 2011 and had plans of showing him in the Hunters but then life got in the way. He’s been sitting around doing little to nothing for the last 2 years and I think it’s time he have a job.

He’s a beefy 16.1 2006 model that when ridden every day is actually quite lazy and suitable for a lower level intermediate rider. For a while he was even used as a school horse. He knows how to go up into the bridle or can be ridden on a loose rein and moves off your leg fairly well. He does not have consistent flying changes but I imagine a few days/weeks with a good trainer could fix that pretty quickly. He has jumped in the past, but not extensively and only to about 2’3".

I’ve taken him out on the trails and he is very good. When he’s by himself, he can be a little quick (just walks fast, NOT jiggy) coming home and is not bombproof and would probably take a confident intermediate rider. If he’s out with another trustworthy trail buddy a lower level intermediate rider could easily handle him on the trail.

If someone out there is looking for this, PM me!

[chelseysomo]

Horseless rider in Nashville, TN

25 year old nursing student, background in english and western, mostly speed events but some eq and pleasure. Would love to just have some time in the saddle, ideally would love to run some barrel horses but I know thats a far fetch.

Flexible availability, reliable transportation & I’m a photographer so you’ll probably get some free pictures out of it, too!

[chelseysomo]

I know it’s been a while, but if you’re still looking for a rider for your horses (or know of anyone that is) I’m located just outside of Nashville and would love some time in the saddle!

[Caddy]

horseless experienced dressage rider - Stow, MA

Experienced (>15 years), German-trained, classical dressage rider looking for time in the saddle. Have ridden, trained, and competed in Canada, USA, Germany, and the UK. Comfortable and experienced with a variety of breeds (warmbloods, arabians, OTTB, PRE, Friesans - just about covered all breeds). Ideally looking for 2-3 days per week. Currently residing in Stow, MA. Message me if you think you might have a horse that is in need of some extra love, attention, and exercise. Look foward to hearing back!

[KandC]

Horseless Rider in Auburn, Alabama

I am a 24 year old vet student looking to continue riding H/J. I have about 12 years of experience on the local circuit in Lexington, KY. I’ve dabbled in Eq, Jumpers, Hunters, and lower level eventing. I brought my first (and only) horse along from cross-rails and basic w/t/c to Training level combined tests. I just ended a lease on a green Hunter; I was showing Schooling Hunters (2’3), placing in the top half consistently, and was ready to move up to 2’6". My love is definitely in the jumper in the ring, but I will ride anything!

I consider myself a solid lower-level intermediate (beginner intermediate?) rider. I’m very confident on the flat, but a little timid over jumps with unfamiliar horses. I would love to just hop on something 2-3 days a week while I rehab my old man from a soft tissue injury. :yes:

[LaurenWickert]

Hi, I know you posted this quite a while ago but I am wondering if you’d still like someone to give them some exercise in the next couple months. I have some free time and I’d love to spend some time with your horses If you are up to it.

[LaurenWickert]

Hi do you still live in Akron?

[Pirateer]

Horseless Rider in Ann Arbor, MI this fall

Horseless and moving to Ann Arbor this fall as a grad student. Experienced hunter rider but haven’t had much saddle time in the last few years. Looking for occasional rides and nose-patting time.

[HPFarmette]

Riderless horse outside Rochester, NY

Looking for experienced rider to come along on quiet, mostly walking, trail rides. You ride my 23y/o standardbred mare. Need someone who can tack up without my supervision, that’s why I say experienced. I don’t want to train beginners anymore, sorry!Good opportunity for mature person who just wants to enjoy horses and outdoors, maybe you don’t have your own horse anymore. PM me and let’s chat.

[hunter.pleasure]

2 half-riderless horses at DC area hunter-jumper barn

We have two horses available for half-lease 20 minutes from downtown DC. One is a 10 yr old stunning imported Hanoverian ready to take you into the 3’ hunter ring and win. The other is a 7 year old OTTB. They are both 16’1.5" and black. They both have chrome. OTTB is not a show horse but is great to ride on the flat at home. Facility has indoor/outdoor rings and access to trails. A circuit trainer and hunter-jumper judge.

[PaintPony]

Horseless Rider in the DC Area

It’s somewhat ironic that the last time I posted on this thread I was looking for someone to ride my horse. Unfortunately, I lost said horse to a badly placed kick two years ago.

It’s even more ironic that it took selling my saddle to get me riding again! Long story, but the person who bought my saddle invited me to meet her trainer and now I am taking lessons again.

I didn’t imagine it would be so hard to come back from a 2 year break, but I guess that’s what happen when you get old. One lesson a week isn’t really going to help me get back in shape so I’m hoping someone around here might have something I could hack around on.

I’ve been riding for 25+ years and am a solid, but out of shape rider. I live in Old Town (Alexandria) so PG county is ideal if you have an available horse.

Thanks so much!
PP

[Piaffe11]

Horseless dressage rider in Newmarket, Ontario, Canada

30 year old 2nd level dressage rider with experience from greenies to PSG horses looking for a riding opportunity in the Newmarket/Georgina Ontario area.

Flexible on situation but definitely looking for part-boarding or half-leasing. Please PM if interested or you know of anything!

TIA

[tidy_rabbit]

Dayton Ohio, several horses that need hacked. Private farm. Send me a PM for more info.

[ewells]

WB Mare comming available for Lease, Issaquah WA.

I have WB mare 13yr old showed 3rd level last year that is available for Full Care lease in Issaquah Wa. Mare is 16.3hh not for a Beginner or fearful rider. Barn is a fullcare facility with excellent amenities including rubber/sand footing, indoor and outdoor arenas, has excellent turn out and overall care and a excellent Dressage instructor available multiple days of the week. This is an excellent opportunity to ride a really nice horse and get some quality saddle time. If your interested PM me.