2020 Foals


 
 

Rio Starlight x SmartChics DontSmoke

SOLD Owned by the SK Ranch

This new bay stallion is an exciting addition to our breeding program and is by Rio Starlight who is a 15.2 hand 1,200 lb buckskin with a great confirmation to go with a great pedigree. He is by Grays Starlight, an all-time Leading Sire producing over $10 million in cutting (NCHA), reined cow horse (NRCHA) and reining horses (NRHA). In 2007 Grays Starlight was the Leading Sire of Broodmares sold in both NRHA and NRCHA sales and the second leading sire of broodmares sold in NCHA sales. Grays Starlight is by AQHA/NCHA Hall of Fame Inductee Peppy San Badger, the all-time number 2 sire $28 Million of performance horses. Rio is out of Smokin Kitty Rio the 1993 NCHA Open Reserve World Champion with earnings exceeding $65.000. Smokin Kitty Rio is by NCHA and NRCHA greats Smokin Jose, Doc Quixote and AQHA/NRHA Hall of Fame Mr Gun Smoke.

Rio has his ROM in Reining and qualified for the 2004 AQHA world show in reining. Rio was being shown in the working cow horse events and has won multiple events, qualifying for the 2006 AQHA world show; he was also be shown at the Working Cow Horse World Show.

This stallion is out of a mare who is an own daughter of the great Smart Chic Olena, with great pleasure we have added Smart Chic Olena to our breeding program.  We believe in the hype surrounding this great stallion.  Smart Chic Olena has LTE of $167,471 in cutting, reining, and cow horse events; few horses in history rival the versatility of Smart Chic Olena.  Smart Chic Olena is inducted into the AQHA and NRHA Hall of Fame.  He is a $10 Million Dollar Sire with the NRHA and NRCHA Million Dollar Sire.  He is the only sire to win both the Open Cutting and Open Reining Championships.  He is an NRHA World Champion and truly one of the most versatile sires in AQHA history. 

This chestnut mare is welcomed with great excitement as an addition to our program, she goes back to some of AQHA's greatest money producers such as Smart Chic OlenaBoomernicReminicSmart Little LenaDoc OlenaDoc BarPeppy SanKing, and Mr Gun Smoke multiple times. Boomernic has LTE of $120,000 and ROM Performance, he was the 1992 NRHA Open Futurity Champion and is an NRHA Million Dollar Sire.  Mr Gunsmoke explosive athletic ability and sensitivity to a cow translates well to his offspring.  Mr Gunsmoke is inducted into the NRHA, NRCHA, and AQHA hall of fame; he is a horse among legends. 

We call this young stallion the future of our breeding program and we are excited to see what he can do in the show ring.  His background boasts a pedigree and ability to perform and win at the world show. This stallion has a correct conformation and disposition that get him noticed with correct training. He has no markings besides a star on his face. He is built to work or show all day with a short strong back and thick straight jet black legs. His breeding is supported by size, speed, athleticism, intelligence, and versatility. If you are as excited as we are please inquire about future bookings.  We expect great working cow horse, rope horse, cutting, team penning, and reining offspring in the near future. With his pedigree, color, and versatility you will not be disappointed with the outcome. Check him out!


Rio Starlight x Chics Gotta Gun

SOLD Thank you, Brandi Hill of Idaho Falls, ID

This new palomino gelding is an exciting addition to our breeding program and is by Rio Starlight who is a 15.2 hand 1,200 lb buckskin with a great confirmation to go with a great pedigree. He is by Grays Starlight, an all-time Leading Sire producing over $10 million in cutting (NCHA), reined cow horse (NRCHA) and reining horses (NRHA). In 2007 Grays Starlight was the Leading Sire of Broodmares sold in both NRHA and NRCHA sales and the second leading sire of broodmares sold in NCHA sales. Grays Starlight is by AQHA/NCHA Hall of Fame Inductee Peppy San Badger, the all-time number 2 sire $28 Million of performance horses. Rio is out of Smokin Kitty Rio the 1993 NCHA Open Reserve World Champion with earnings exceeding $65.000. Smokin Kitty Rio is by NCHA and NRCHA greats Smokin Jose, Doc Quixote and AQHA/NRHA Hall of Fame Mr Gun Smoke.

Rio has his ROM in Reining and qualified for the 2004 AQHA world show in reining. Rio was being shown in the working cow horse events and has won multiple events, qualifying for the 2006 AQHA world show; he was also be shown at the Working Cow Horse World Show.

This mare goes back to the great Smart Chic Olena, with great pleasure we have added his bloodlines to our breeding program.  We believe in the hype surrounding this historic stallion.  Smart Chic Olena has LTE of $167,471 in cutting, reining, and cow horse events; few horses in history rival the versatility of Smart Chic Olena.  Smart Chic Olena is inducted into the AQHA and NRHA Hall of Fame.  He is a $10 Million Dollar Sire with the NRHA and NRCHA Million Dollar Sire.  He is the only sire to win both the Open Cutting and Open Reining Championships.  He is an NRHA World Champion and truly one of the most versatile sires in AQHA history.

This sorrel mare is exactly what we were looking to add to our program, she goes back to some of AQHA's greatest money producers such as Smart Chic OlenaSmart Little LenaDoc OlenaKingPeppy San, and Mr Gun Smoke. This mare is a well-put-together sorrel with a heavy bone structure and quality performance ring class.  Her pedigree is an introduction of versatility and speed we have been searching for.

We have gelded this yearling colt, he is ready for a job. He is for sale, though after his 2-year-old year at which time we will better know his potential as a stallion he may stand at the ranch.  His background boasts a pedigree and ability to perform and win at the world show. This stallion has a correct conformation and disposition that get him noticed with correct training. He has no markings besides a star on his face. He is built to work or show all day with a short strong back and thick straight jet black legs. His breeding is supported by size, speed, athleticism, intelligence, and versatility. If you are as excited as we are please inquire about future bookings or the purchase of this stallion.  We expect great working cow horse, rope horse, cutting, team penning, and reining offspring in the near future. With his pedigree, color, and versatility you will not be disappointed with the outcome. Check him out!


Blue Frosty Ed x Ill be Smart Darlin

SOLD Thank you, Casey Williams of Spanish Fork, UT

This colt is by Blue Frosty Ed our big beautiful blue roan stallion.  Offspring of Blue Frosty Ed has a wonderful disposition, lots of bone, and is built to be for long days no the ranch.  The sire is a big 15.1 hand blue roan with loads of muscle mass and thick bone.  Ed goes back to roping greats such as Driftwood, Hancock, Lucky Blanton, Poco Bueno, Three Bars, Leo, Eddie 40, Oklahoma Star, Zantanon, and Grey Badger II.  We love the cross with this stallion and he produces some very intelligent and flashy foals.  Colt has two white socks on her hind legs and a star on her head, this is the colt you want to add to your family.

This compact colt is out of a mare that has Grays Starlight on the top and I'll Be Smart and Doc Tari on the bottom.  Offspring of Grays Starlight has won over 10 million dollars. His offspring have made him one of the Leading Sires in the NRHA, NRCHA, and NCHA. In 2007 Grays Starlight was the Leading Sire of Broodmares sold in both NRHA and NRCHA sales and the second leading sire of broodmares sold in NCHA sales.

This colt is out of a mare whose grandsire is I'll Be Smart with offspring earnings in excess of $1.4 million. The $77,400 money-earner is a full brother to Smart Little Lena, he’s by Doc O’Lena and out of Smart Peppy – and is an Equi-Sat All-Time Leading Cutting Sire and 2007 NRCHA Leading Sire.  On this colts pedigree, you will find great sires such as Doc Bar, Poco Bueno, Leo San, and Peppy San.

This colt is going to be a beautiful horse that will be bay roan color and plenty of character with his conformation.  He is built to carry you all day with a short strong back and thick straight legs.  He is bred for cutting speed, athleticism, intelligence, and versatility.  With this colt you will be able to use him as a cow horse, rope horse, cutting horse, team penning, or reining horse. The pedigree and versatility of this colt is a testament to our program, you will not be disappointed and will be able to use him for years to come.  Check him out!


Blue Frosty Ed x Rios Little Baron

SOLD Thank you, Sean Connole of Harrisville, UT

This filly is by Blue Frosty Ed our big handsome blue roan stallion.  Offspring of Blue Frosty Ed has a wonderful disposition, lots of bone, and is built to be for long days on the ranch.  Ed is a big 15.1 hand blue roan with loads of muscle mass and great ranch conformation.  Ed goes back to roping greats such as Driftwood, Hancock, Lucky Blanton, Poco Bueno, Three Bars, Leo, Eddie 40, Oklahoma Star, Zantanon, and Grey Badger II.  We love the cross with this stallion and he produces some very intelligent and flashy foals. 

This filly is out of Rios Little Baron who is a 15 hand 1,100 lb palomino mare with a great confirmation to go with her great pedigree. She is by Rio Starlight out of Grays Starlight, an all-time Leading Sire producing over $10 million in cutting (NCHA), reined cow horse (NRCHA) and reining horses (NRHA).  In 2007 Grays Starlight was the Leading Sire of Broodmares sold in both NRHA and NRCHA sales and the second leading sire of broodmares sold in NCHA sales. Grays Starlight is by AQHA/NCHA Hall of Fame Inductee Peppy San Badger, the all-time number 2 sire $28 Million of performance horses. Rio is out of Smokin Kitty Rio the 1993 NCHA Open Reserve World Champion with earnings exceeding $65.000. Smokin Kitty Rio is by NCHA and NRCHA greats Smokin JoseDoc Quixote and AQHA/NRHA Hall of Fame Mr Gun Smoke.

She is a classic beautiful bay with a pedigree that can be used in the show ring, on the ranch, or use her as a broodmare.  She is a classic colored filly with 4 long black legs and a beautiful black mane and tail.  She is built to work and has the breeding to work all day with a short strong back and thick straight legs.  Her exceptional breeding exhibits size, speed, athleticism, intelligence, and conformation.  With this filly you can use her as a cow horse, rope horse, cutting horse, team penning, or reining horse.  You choose the direction and she will get it accomplished.  Come check her out!


Rio Starlight x Lenas Smokum Blue

SOLD Thank you, Sean Connole of Harrisville, UT

This filly is by Rio Starlight who is a 15.2 hand 1,200 lb buckskin with a great confirmation to go with his great pedigree. He is by Grays Starlight, an all-time Leading Sire producing over $10 million in cutting (NCHA), reined cow horse (NRCHA), and reining horses (NRHA).  In 2007 Grays Starlight was the Leading Sire of Broodmares sold in both NRHA and NRCHA sales and the second leading sire of broodmares sold in NCHA sales. Grays Starlight is by AQHA/NCHA Hall of Fame Inductee Peppy San Badger, the all-time number 2 sire $28 Million of performance horses. Rio is out of Smokin Kitty Rio the 1993 NCHA Open Reserve World Champion with earnings exceeding $65.000. Smokin Kitty Rio is by NCHA and NRCHA greats Smokin JoseDoc Quixote and AQHA/NRHA Hall of Fame Mr Gun Smoke.

This Filly is out of a mare by Crown Diamond Blue is 25% Blue Valentine and a complete ranch using horse or broodmare.  He has all the traits that you are looking for, size, color, conformation, and gentle disposition with tremendous try and athletic ability.  He has the bone and substance of a using type horse with the speed of a cow horse.  To date, he has sired all roans.  Crown Diamond Blue boasts the bloodlines of Hancocks Blue Boy, Blue ValentineRed ManMr Roan HancockLeo, and many more foundation greats.  He stands 15.3 hands and 1275 lbs.  Per UC Davis Genetic Testing, he carries Double RN Gene which should guarantee a roan foal. 

This palomino filly is just adorable, well balanced, and has great color. This filly will be stocky and she was designed to be a big using type mare if you check out her pedigree you could add her to any broodmare string. Excellent ranch prospect for sorting, doctoring, gathering, and dragging cattle to the fire. She has the potential to go any direction from cutting, working cow horse, western, 4H, poles, team penning, or pleasure trail riding. She is a sweet filly that you are bound to fall in love with. Don't miss out on this darling filly!


Blue Frosty Ed x Ivorys Starlight

SOLD Thank you, Tori Nielsen Family of Beson UT

This Filly is by Blue Frosty Ed our big handsome blue roan stallion. Offspring of Blue Frosty Ed has a wonderful disposition, lots of bone, and is built to be used for long days on the ranch. Ed is a big 15.1 hand blue roan with loads of muscle mass and great ranch conformation. Ed goes back to roping greats such as Driftwood, Hancock, Lucky Blanton, Poco Bueno, Three Bars, Leo, Eddie 40, Oklahoma Star, Zantanon, and Grey Badger II. We love the cross with this stallion and he produces some very intelligent and flashy foals.

This Filly is out of a mare by Rio Starlight and her Grand Sire is Grays Starlight. Offspring of Grays Starlight has won over 10 million dollars. His offspring have made him one of the Leading Sires in the NRHA, NRCHA, and NCHA. In 2007 Grays Starlight was the Leading Sire of Broodmares sold in both NRHA and NRCHA sales and the second leading sire of broodmares sold in NCHA sales.

This bay filly can be summed up in one word, 'adorable'.  She is an extremely well-made bay filly who is smooth moving, well balanced, and muscular. This filly will be stocky and she was designed to be an everyday horse. We just sold her sister who was an absolute sweetheart and pleasure to ride.  Excellent ranch prospect for sorting, doctoring, gathering, and dragging cattle to the fire. She has the potential to go any direction from cutting, working cow horse, western, 4H, poles, team penning, or pleasure trail riding. She is a sweet filly that you are bound to fall in love with. She has no markings on her legs but does have a tapering stripe on her face. Don't miss out on this darling filly!


Rio Starlight x CBF Lucky Bar Dancer

SOLD Thank you, Andrea Blonquist of Coalville, UT

This palomino filly is by Rio Starlight who is a 15.2 hand 1,200 lb buckskin with a great confirmation to go with his great pedigree. He is by Grays Starlight, an all-time Leading Sire producing over $10 million in cutting (NCHA), reined cow horse (NRCHA) and reining horses (NRHA).  In 2007 Grays Starlight was the Leading Sire of Broodmares sold in both NRHA and NRCHA sales and the second leading sire of broodmares sold in NCHA sales. Grays Starlight is by AQHA/NCHA Hall of Fame Inductee Peppy San Badger, the all-time number 2 sire $28 Million of performance horses. Rio is out of Smokin Kitty Rio the 1993 NCHA Open Reserve World Champion with earnings exceeding $65.000. Smokin Kitty Rio is by NCHA and NRCHA greats Smokin JoseDoc Quixote and AQHA/NRHA Hall of Fame Mr Gun Smoke.

Rio has his ROM in Reining and qualified for the 2004 AQHA world show in reining. Rio was being shown in the working cow horse events and has won multiple events, qualifying for the 2006 AQHA world show; he was also be shown at the Working Cow Horse World Show.

This chrome filly is out of a mare that goes back to racing greats such as Easy Jet, Top Deck, Three Bars, and Tri Jet.  We are very excited about this filly, her conformation and color grab attention and just don't let go.  With the racing bloodlines on the bottom and the working cow horse/ reining bloodlines on top, we believe this filly is going to be an impressive barrel, ranch, or show prospect.  As you can see she has 4 tall white stockings and a thick stripe down her face.  We expect she will make a very nice queening prospect as well for the gal who wants to ride out in style and flare.  

She is built to perfection with beauty, a strong back quarter, and long straight legs.  Bred for speed, intelligence, size, and versatility; we are excited to sit back and watch the potential of this filly.  We invite you to come out to the ranch to check him out along with all our 2020 foal crop!


Rio Starlight x Dazzled Blue Diamond

SOLD Thank you, Cindy Lancaster of Mountain Home, ID

This filly is by Rio Starlight who is a 15.2 hand 1,200 lb buckskin with a great confirmation to go with his great pedigree. He is by Grays Starlight, an all-time Leading Sire producing over $10 million in cutting (NCHA), reined cow horse (NRCHA), and reining horses (NRHA).  In 2007 Grays Starlight was the Leading Sire of Broodmares sold in both NRHA and NRCHA sales and the second leading sire of broodmares sold in NCHA sales. Grays Starlight is by AQHA/NCHA Hall of Fame Inductee Peppy San Badger, the all-time number 2 sire $28 Million of performance horses. Rio is out of Smokin Kitty Rio the 1993 NCHA Open Reserve World Champion with earnings exceeding $65.000. Smokin Kitty Rio is by NCHA and NRCHA greats Smokin JoseDoc Quixote and AQHA/NRHA Hall of Fame Mr Gun Smoke.

This Filly is out of a mare by Crown Diamond Blue is 25% Blue Valentine and a complete ranch using horse or broodmare.  He has all the traits that you are looking for, size, color, conformation, and gentle disposition with tremendous try and athletic ability.  He has the bone and substance of a using type horse with the speed of a cow horse.  To date, he has sired all roans.  Crown Diamond Blue boasts the bloodlines of Hancocks Blue Boy, Blue ValentineRed ManMr Roan HancockLeo, and many more foundation greats.  He stands 15.3 hands and 1275 lbs.  Per UC Davis Genetic Testing, he carries Double RN Gene which should guarantee a roan foal. 

This smokey blue roan filly is a smooth moving, well balanced, and level minded gal. This filly will be stocky and she was designed to be flashy with a big stop. Excellent ranch prospect for sorting, doctoring, gathering, and dragging cattle to the fire. She has the potential to go any direction from cutting, working cow horse, western, 4H, poles, team penning, or pleasure trail riding. She is a sweet filly that you are bound to fall in love with. Don't miss out on this darling filly!


Blue Frosty Ed x Ill Be Starlight Now

SOLD Thank you, Kunzler Livestock of Benson, UT

This filly is by Blue Frosty Ed our big handsome blue roan stallion. Offspring of Blue Frosty Ed has a wonderful disposition, lots of bone, and is built to be used for long days on the ranch. Ed is a big 15.1 hand blue roan with loads of muscle mass and great ranch conformation. Ed goes back to roping greats such as Driftwood, Hancock, Lucky Blanton, Poco Bueno, Three Bars, Leo, Eddie 40, Oklahoma Star, Zantanon, and Grey Badger II. We love the cross with this stallion and he produces some very intelligent and flashy foals.

This filly is out of a mare by Rio Starlight and her Grand Sire is Grays Starlight. Offspring of Grays Starlight has won over 10 million dollars. His offspring have made him one of the Leading Sires in the NRHA, NRCHA, and NCHA. In 2007 Grays Starlight was the Leading Sire of Broodmares sold in both NRHA and NRCHA sales and the second leading sire of broodmares sold in NCHA sales.

A buttermilk buckskin filly like this comes around only once every few years.  She is well balanced, incredibly beautiful, and a very strong reflection of what our breeding targets. This filly will be elegant and light on her feet, by design she will be compact with a baby doll head and a big hindquarter.  She already is eye-catching and should really dig into anything you ask of her. Excellent queening prospect, show prospect, or ranching prospect for doctoring, gathering, and dragging cattle to the fire. She has the potential to go any direction from cutting, working cow horse, western, 4H, poles, team penning, or pleasure trail riding. She has no markings, just jet black legs, and a face you fall in love with. Don't miss out on this beautiful filly!


Rios Little Baron x JPS Ladonna Drift

SOLD Thank you, Domnik Mack of Providence, UT

This colt is by Rios Little Fashion who is a 15 hand 1,200 lb cremello with a great confirmation to go with her great pedigree. She is by Rio Starlight out of Grays Starlight, an all-time Leading Sire producing over $10 million in cutting (NCHA), reined cow horse (NRCHA) and reining horses (NRHA).  In 2007 Grays Starlight was the Leading Sire of Broodmares sold in both NRHA and NRCHA sales and the second leading sire of broodmares sold in NCHA sales. Grays Starlight is by AQHA/NCHA Hall of Fame Inductee Peppy San Badger, the all-time number 2 sire $28 Million of performance horses. Rio is out of Smokin Kitty Rio the 1993 NCHA Open Reserve World Champion with earnings exceeding $65.000. Smokin Kitty Rio is by NCHA and NRCHA greats Smokin JoseDoc Quixote, and AQHA/NRHA Hall of Fame Mr Gun Smoke.

This colt is out of a mare we just simply could not pass on.  She has brought our program some new bloodlines crossed with bloodlines that we already love.  JPS Ladonna Drift goes back to great sires, Peptoboonsmal, Shining Spark, Freckles Playboy, Doc Olena, Nu Cash, Driftwood, and Hancock.  These bloodlines coupled with other greats from Rios Little Fashion such as Mr Baron Red, Two Eyed Jack, Doc Bar, and Mr Gunsmoke we believe this colt will flat out impress.

This colt is the exact reason we kept Rios Little Fashion as a personal stallion, not often do you find a palomino colt with this color, markings, and conformation for sale.  He is wonderful to be around and lends instant eye-catching attention.  We knew what we were getting with this cross and the guaranteed color options we hit the lottery.  He is designed for big open country and is a cowboys horse through and through.  He is bred for cutting, ranching, pleasure, and trail.  With his potential, he could truly go in any direction and challenge placed before him.


Rio Starlight x PNA Driftin Foxy

SOLD Thank you, Darren Seamons of Hyde Park, UT

This stallion is by Rio Starlight who is a 15.2 hand 1,200 lb buckskin with a great confirmation to go with his great pedigree. He is by Grays Starlight, an all-time Leading Sire producing over $10 million in cutting (NCHA), reined cow horse (NRCHA) and reining horses (NRHA).  In 2007 Grays Starlight was the Leading Sire of Broodmares sold in both NRHA and NRCHA sales and the second leading sire of broodmares sold in NCHA sales. Grays Starlight is by AQHA/NCHA Hall of Fame Inductee Peppy San Badger, the all-time number 2 sire $28 Million of performance horses. Rio is out of Smokin Kitty Rio the 1993 NCHA Open Reserve World Champion with earnings exceeding $65.000. Smokin Kitty Rio is by NCHA and NRCHA greats Smokin JoseDoc Quixote and AQHA/NRHA Hall of Fame Mr Gun Smoke.

Rio has his ROM in Reining and qualified for the 2004 AQHA world show in reining. Rio was being shown in the working cow horse events and has won multiple events, qualifying for the 2006 AQHA world show; he was also be shown at the Working Cow Horse World Show.

He is out of a mare that is foundation bred from the Ayers Ranch and goes back to Blue Valentine, Joe Hancock, Driftwood, Driftwood Ike, Two Eyed Jack, Three Bars, Eddie 40 and King.  His dam is a beautifully well put together blue roan mare with heavy bone structure and mounds of muscle.  This colt is bound to be a strong horse with a big motor and intelligent mind.

This colt is one that will get noticed for his ability and simplicity, he is simply going to make someone a great mount.  He is loaded with muscle from head to toe and is going to be big at about 15.2 hands.  He is stout and compact and has a typical large Grays Starlight back end.  He is so well built and quick that he is a fantastic candidate for ranch work, roping or trail riding.  His breeding is one that we are very excited about and eager to see what he is made of.  Come check him out.


Blue Frosty Ed x Miss Kit Starlight

SOLD Thank you, Jessica Lee of Huntington, UT

This filly is by Blue Frosty Ed our big handsome blue roan stallion.  Offspring of Blue Frosty Ed has a wonderful disposition, lots of bone, and is built to be for long days on the ranch.  Ed is a big 15.1 hand blue roan with loads of muscle mass and great ranch conformation.  Ed goes back to roping greats such as Driftwood, Hancock, Lucky Blanton, Poco Bueno, Three Bars, Leo, Eddie 40, Oklahoma Star, Zantanon, and Grey Badger II.  We love the cross with this stallion and he produces some very intelligent and flashy foals.  This colt has a star on his face and white on his back right sock, he is awesome and the friendliest from this crop.  He has been soft and sweet to be around and is sure to be athletic and strong.  

This filly is out of a mare we call Roxy who is by our stallion Rio Starlight whose grandsire is Grays Starlight.  Offspring of Grays Starlight has won over 10 million dollars. His offspring have made him one of the Leading Sires in the NRHA, NRCHA, and NCHA. In 2007 Grays Starlight was the Leading Sire of Broodmares sold in both NRHA and NRCHA sales and the second leading sire of broodmares sold in NCHA sales.  There are also Hall of Fame sires from her top and bottom lines such as Mr Gunsmoke, Colonel Freckles, Peppy San Badger, Mr San Peppy, San Peppy, and Doc Bar.  

This filly is going to be quick as a cat and her flawless features lend to plenty of character with her breeding and conformation.  She is built to do all you can ask of her, pack all day on a short strong back and stout legs.  She has been selectively bred for speed, intelligence, and versatility.  With her potential size and ability, we anticipate a great cutting horse, rope horse, 4H horse, or trail horse.  We invite you to come check her out!


Rio Starlight x Jackie Slippin Star

SOLD Thank you, Lane Kunzler of Benson, UT

This extremely handsome and flashy colt is by Rio Starlight who is a 15.2 hand 1,200 lb buckskin with a great confirmation to go with his great pedigree. He is by Grays Starlight, an all-time Leading Sire producing over $10 million in cutting (NCHA), reined cow horse (NRCHA) and reining horses (NRHA).  In 2007 Grays Starlight was the Leading Sire of Broodmares sold in both NRHA and NRCHA sales and the second leading sire of broodmares sold in NCHA sales. Grays Starlight is by AQHA/NCHA Hall of Fame Inductee Peppy San Badger, the all-time number 2 sire $28 Million of performance horses. Rio is out of Smokin Kitty Rio the 1993 NCHA Open Reserve World Champion with earnings exceeding $65.000. Smokin Kitty Rio is by NCHA and NRCHA greats Smokin JoseDoc Quixote and AQHA/NRHA Hall of Fame Mr Gun Smoke.

Rio has his ROM in Reining and qualified for the 2004 AQHA world show in reining. Rio was being shown in the working cow horse events and has won multiple events, qualifying for the 2006 AQHA world show; he was also be shown at the Working Cow Horse World Show.

This colt is one of a kind, not often do you find so much character loaded into a double bred Grays Starlight colt.  He is wonderful to be around and lends and draws attention at first glance.  We knew what we were getting with this cross and the near guaranteed conformation is a testament to this colts potential.  He has 3 white socks and a large star on his head, he should have jet black legs above the socks just like his sire.  He is built to travel in some rough country with a short strong back and stout strong legs.  He is bred for cutting, ranching, pleasure, roping, and trail.  With his potential, he could truly go in any direction and challenge placed before him.  We invite you to come check him out today!