Part VI of the Beauty Contest series, the horses were presented under saddle: 1. Melegush 2007 (Melekhan-Talvas) 363.1 points; 9th place 2. Khan Begler 2008 (Bitaraplyk x Gyulyalek) 401.9pts, 1st place, bred by Ovliakuli Scharipow 3. Kapdagy 2008 (Kararym-Karkara) 365.1 points, 8th place 4. Khanburgut 2005 (Bitaraplyk-Patma) 392.0 points; 4th place 5. Dostbag 2006 (Kararym-Adzhap) [...]
Next the horses were presented saddled with their adornments: 1. Melegush 2007 (Melekhan-Talvas) 363.1 points; 9th place 2. Khanbegler 2008 (Bitaraplyk x Gyulyalek) 401.9pts, 1st place 3. Kapdagy 2008 (Kararym-Karkara) 365.1 points, 8th place 4. Khanburgut 2005 (Bitaraplyk-Patma) 392.0 points; 4th place 5. Dostbag 2006 (Kararym-Adzhap) 368.8 points; 7th place 6. Garagum 2003 (Gamkeser-Gyulperi) 383.4 [...]
Here are my photos from the second component of the Beauty Contest, halter: 1. Melegush 2007 (Melekhan-Talvas) 363.1 points; 9th place 2. Khanbegler 2008 (Bitaraplyk x Gyulyalek) 401.9pts, 1st place 3. Kapdagy 2008 (Kararym-Karkara) 365.1 points, 8th place 4. Khanburgut 2005 (Bitaraplyk-Patma) 392.0 points; 4th place 5. Dostbag 2006 (Kararym-Adzhap) 368.8 points; 7th place 6. [...]
Beauty Contest II: Here are some photos of President Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov riding his favourite stallion Sagadam during the final judging of the Beauty Contest for Akhal-Tekes bred in Turkmenistan. Note the dove that flew onto his shoulder, peace symbolism is prevalent everywhere in Turkmenistan as are their Akhal-Teke horses. The last photo is of the [...]
The final judging of the Beauty Contest for Akhal-Tekes bred in Turkmenistan at the Ashgabat Hippodrome and Equestrian complex. First some horses were presented to the President: 1. Melehan: 2. Melenan: 3. Dowletli: 4. Akhan: ______________ 5. _________ 6. ______________ 7. ______________ 8. ________________ 9. ________________ 10. Unfortunately the program didn’t come with the horse’s [...]
Akhal Texas has kept Eramay, one of Arim’s sons out of Europa) for breeding this year. He has one filly on the ground (Kenar) and will have more for 2011. You can reserve your foal now!
My favourite Akhal-Teke stud in North America is Arim 1997 (Melesur-Abrai). He is standing at stud (live cover only) at Akhal-Texas. I was fortunate to have the opportunity to visit him in March. Even in his winter coat he looks amazing!
Aad from Pontecorvo Trust, TX Aliger from Sharon Saare, MT Aran from Akhal-Teke Ranch, ID Arhar from Silk Road Akhal-Tekes, MO Arim from Pontecorvo Trust, TX Chinook Reeh from Akhal-Teke Ranch, ID Dolomite from Golden Sand Farm, FL Durkkhal Shael from Jim & Lisbeth Oury, SD Dutar from La Liberal Endurance, Uruguay [...]
Aad is a tall elegant older stallion. He is by Anchar and out of Azochka and was imported from Russia by Akhal Texas. Although he is older he is in good shape and hopefully we will see lots more of his foals! (function($){$(document).ready(function(){$(“#px30 a”).lightBox({});});})(jQuery); You can see all his photos on Flickr.
Maruk is a big built buckskin stallion by Munir and out of Ataka bred by the Pontecorvos of Akhal Texas. He is a big bold golden stallion of the highly acclaimed Ak Sakal line for breeding traditional old style Turkoman horses. (function($){$(document).ready(function(){$(“#px27 a”).lightBox({});});})(jQuery); You can see all his photos on Flickr.
Helm is by Melesur out of Hanbibi, so is a half brother to Arim. Akhal Texas has sold him to a dressage rider and Helm is under advanced dressage training. He sure is a beauty to watch! We have a daughter of Helm in Canada, Mahiar, at Bold Vantage Farm! (function($){$(document).ready(function(){$(“#px26 a”).lightBox({});});})(jQuery); You can see [...]
Tarzan is a a stunning golden buckskin colt born in 2005 by Arim and out of Toscana bred by the Pontecorvos of Akhal Texas. He has a sweet and curious temperament and is just started training under saddle. (function($){$(document).ready(function(){$(“#px25 a”).lightBox({});});})(jQuery); You can see all his photos on Flickr.
Eramay is a a very elegant shining bay colt born in 2005 by Arim out of Europa bred by the Pontecorvos of Akhal Texas. He is truly stunning. (function($){$(document).ready(function(){$(“#px24 a”).lightBox({});});})(jQuery); You can see all his photos on Flickr.
Arim is a big handsome black stallion by Melesur out of Abrai bred by the Pontecorvos of Akhal Texas. He is a well behaved and polite stallion. They are just starting him under saddle. I want a colt out of this magnificent beast! (function($){$(document).ready(function(){$(“#px23 a”).lightBox({});});})(jQuery); You can see all his photos on Flickr.
Daper is a two year old grey colt by Pan and out of Dikarka bred by the Pontecorvos at Akhal Texas. He is breathtaking to watch. Although he is cautious as he hadn’t had any handling he is very curious and is mostly likely the type to closely bond with one person. He is offered [...]
Willy Lockheart is importing the first Akhal-Teke into South America. Dutar, born 1999 by Taigir and Duigurgush, was bred by the Pontecorvos in Russia and imported into the US as a colt. He will start training for endurance racing soon after arrival at his new home in Uruguay! (function($){$(document).ready(function(){$(“#px21 a”).lightBox({});});})(jQuery); See all the photos of [...]
Koldune is available for lease or possibly sale to the right home. Koldune is currently being leased to the Golden Horses of Niobe Valley in Alberta. He has proven himself a sire of wonderful and correct part-breds and is considered an improver of all breeds. Although he is not considered a purebred by MAAK, he [...]
A quick visit to Bold Vantage Farm in a gorgeous location across from where I used to live when I was in High River. I want to move back!! Plus Cindy, the manager, is a very knowledgeable horsewoman from whom I hope to learn lots! Bold Vantage is a large Akhal-Teke breeding farm now. They [...]
A winter visit to Brent and Grace Seufert at BGD Ranch in Calgary, Alberta (At Boisin) to see the Akhal-Tekes and of course those cute Caspians!! The Akhal-Tekes were so cute and fuzzy (except for the Californian who seems to be taking the cold in stride!) (function($){$(document).ready(function(){$(“#px15 a”).lightBox({});});})(jQuery); The Caspians were the kid’s favourites and [...]
BGD Ranch near Calgary is standing Dazyrdi, by Gindarkh 13 line Gelishikli. They also have a young bay mare, Dazzle, and a part-bred palomino gelding, Banjo Boogie (ATxArabian).
You can read the article I wrote for Saddle Up here and see it’s layout on the Akhal-Teke Canada site as well.