Horses for Sale
Our policy is to try to match riders to horses and we will not knowingly sell anyone an unsuitable horse. To that end we encourage would-be purchasers to spend time here trying horses before they buy. We can organize individual courses to cover riding as well as management of Icelandic horses so that new owners can be as well informed as possible before taking their new horse home.
Due to insurance problems we do not allow horses to go on loan prior to purchase however we aim to give new owners as much support as possible in settling their new horse into their home or in the future training of the horse. We offer a full training and backup service for horses and riders.
This page contains a selection of the horses that are currently available. All of the homebred horses have been correctly wormed and fed since birth and we can provide details of the worming regime for each horse, giving you confidence that the horse you buy should not die early due to incorrect or incomplete worming during the early years.
We back the horses at four and give them a basic training in stop, start and steer. This includes training the horses to respond correctly to a bit in their mouths. As with many other trainers we initially train the horses to respond to a headcollar or halter when they are first ridden. However we then progress to riding with a bit in their mouths. We do not believe that the horse's education as a riding horse is complete until their mouths have been trained to respond confidently to light pressure from a snaffle bit.
The horses are trained and developed using the principles of classical training. This means that particular attention is paid to the development of their topline and carrying abilities. This takes time and we are committed to taking the time to ensure that each horse is not forced into false outline but helped to build up its musculature and balance in the correct way. It takes two years to produce a well-mannered and confident riding horse with a good basic training. After that, any specialist training may begin.
In the interest of both the horse and rider, we will only sell horses under 5 years to experienced owners who have had prior experience of bringing on young horses. If you are interested in younger horses please phone to discuss what might suit you
Rommel frŕ Árbakka IS1997165840 (aka Trausti)
(For sale on behalf of client)
Trausti is a powerful and forward-going gelding with a gold-plated temperament and 4 clean, clear gaits. His sire was Gustur frŕ Hóli who was awarded 10 for temperament when he was assessed. This wonderful, biddable and friendly temperament was passed on to Trausti. He is sensitive to the aids and will do lateral work at a touch. His trot and canter are elevated and expressive and he is always happy to work. His tölt is always true four-beat and he has a range of tölt speeds, from slow and dancing to fast and flying. He won the only tölt competition that he competed in. For the past four years he has been owned and ridden by a nervous lady who rode his slower gaits but was not comfortable with speed. Trausti is looking for a home where his love for speed will be enjoyed by a like-minded rider. He would be equally suited to a rider who was looking for a bold partner to explore the countryside. Easy to catch, clip, load, travel and shoe Trausti is a very easy horse to handle. His powerful gaits make him an exhilarating and sometimes challenging ride. He is not suitable as a first horse though could be an ideal first Icelandic horse for an experienced rider coming from other breeds. Can be seen at Midfield Farm, Cumbria. Ł4500.00 ono. DVD available.
Contact: Janice@icelandichorses.co.uk or Tel: +44(0)15396 24000 Mob: +44(0)7350 116946
Snerpa from Siamber Wen 2004
Dam: Spola frá Hunavöllum Sire: Flytir from Siamber Wen
Snerpa had a filly foal in 2009 so she has just started her training in 2010. She is an exceptional character who has always sought the company of people. She is clever, calm and fearless as well as being keen to work for us. That makes her a very easy riding horse and a real pleasure to work with. She has completed her basic training with flying colours and is now quietly riding out with another horse. She is very balanced in trot and canter and is starting her early tolt training. We expect her to progress quickly. Snerpa is very pretty and, like some of the best of Icelandic horses, she is not very tall.
Roka from Siamber Wen 2005
Dam: Reisn frá Sandhólaferju Sire: Flytir from Siamber Wen
Roka is a very pretty black mare who is friendly and self-confident. She is four-gaited with extremely good trot. She is riding out confidently and starting to do some schooling in the arena. Her tölt training has begun and she is showing promise of developing into an easy tolter. Roka will be suitable for a more experienced rider and she would not be suitable as a first horse.
Lois from Siamber Wen 2006
Dam: Lotta frá Sandhólaferju Sire: Flytir from Siamber Wen
Lois is a smoky black mare. She has completed her basic groundwork and has been ridden out half a dozen times. She has now been turned away again for the summer. Lois is strongly built and very friendly. She has good gaits and is likely to make an excellent all-rounder.
Myrkva from Siamber Wen 2006
Dam: Mona frá Sandhólaferju Sire: Freki from Siamber Wen
Myrkva is a beautiful and sensitive black mare. She has good gaits with a nice amount of expression and elevation. She would be suitable for an experienced rider as she is likely to be sharp and sensitive. She is very clever and willing to work. She has now completed her basic groundwork and has been turned away for a few months before she starts being ridden.
Reynir from Siamber Wen 2006
Dam: Reisn frá Sandhólaferju Sire: Freki from Siamber Wen
Reynir is a tall and eye-catching chestnut gelding with flaxen mane and tail. He is showing good gaits with elevated trot and could make a reasonable competition or all-round athletic riding horse. He is friendly and fairly laid back and would be suitable for a range of different riders. The picture on the right shows Reynir with Suzanna the first time he was sat on.
Ifli from Siamber Wen 2006
Dam: Lif frá Halakoti Sire: Flytir from Siamber Wen
Ifli is a stunning blue dun gelding. He is friendly and easy going with excellent elevation in his gaits. As both of his parents have exceptional canter it is hoped that Ifli will also have a talent for canter. As well as being a good all-round riding horse, Ifli could well have a talent for dressage. Here he has been sat on for the first time by Hanne.
Unbacked and young horses for sale
We have a selection of younger horses that can be made available to experienced homes. Please phone for further details.
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