Equinus International..New USA and European Equestrian magazine launch.

It has been announced that a new Equestrian magazine is due to be unveiled this summer in the USA and Europe. Equinus International will focus on FEI disciplines of Showjumping, Reining, 3 Day Eventing and Dressage. The prestigious publication is a totally new format in terms of size, orientation and perspective... Whilst only a few industry insiders have seen the prototype, it has already been called "A fresh departure from what exists and very different".

Currently the public have been able to see teaser photography via the magazine's facebook page; http://www.facebook.com/pages/Equinus-International/276865409048771

The new format offers high quality photography from the main arena and behind the scenes, it has also been revealed that "Lifestyle" portrayals and training facility features have been created at some of the best private facilities in the World... 

So far top riders from the showjumping world have been featured in photographs which include; Laura Kraut, Richard Spooner, Lauren Hough, Kent Farrington, Beezie madden, Cian O'Connor, Kate Levy, Connor Swail, Reed Kessler, Andrew Bourns, Ashlee Bond, Nick Skelton, Lauren TIsbo, Ian Millar, Cathrine Pasmore, Kevin Babington, Marie Hecart, Paul O'Shea and Daniel Bluman amongst others....

 

Quick to benefit from the strong format a number of industry participants and manufacturers have joined with Equinus to create promotional campaigns. Anticipation for the launch of the publication has been steadily building and inquiries have been pouring in to the companies US HQ. An announcement is expected very soon on the publication date and details of distribution. 

Meanwhile the magazine editors are continuing to create features and articles with some very high profile riders from a number of disciplines....   

   

Paul O'Shea wins Wellington $35,000 Puissance

Ireland's Paul O'Shea built the Wellington crowd into a frenzy tonight as he took Victory in Jumping the big "wall" in the prestigious height jumping competition sponsored by Hermes of Paris....  As his fellow international competitors in the elite class were one by one overcome by the wall, Paul O'Shea from Limerick was able to keep his nerve and steady his horse whilst the stadium packed with spectators sat on the edge of their seats. 

The second round jump off had quickly destroyed the rest of the field leaving only Paul and Pablo Barrios to take on the wall at 2.17 Meters. O'Shea's horse aptly named "Primo Level", owned by Michael Hayden of Ireland proved to have a massive heart given that he was one of the smallest entrants in the field. In the final round Pablo's horse "Gustavo Mirabel" refused twice clearly overwhelmed by the job in hand, the crowd drew deep breathes as O'Shea masterfully circled the wall to settle his mount and collect him for the seemingly impossible task ahead. After Pablo's refusals it seemed like it would take a miracle for O'Shea to even get Primo off the ground....

The consummate professional, O'Shea knew that he didn't have to clear the wall but getting over it was not going to be any easy task either. Talking afterwards Paul explained, " I didn't watch Pablo, I kept my focus on Primo during his run, I knew what ever happened I would have my job to do."  Overwhelmed by the reaction of the crowd Paul was instantly mobbed by well wishers and supporters, inundated by requests for pictures and autographs the Limerick man was clearly a bit shocked by all the attention.

Through out the series at Wellington this winter I can't remember any rider being applauded and congratulated  after a performance the way Paul was tonight, a firm favorite with riders and fans alike it took over half an hour for him to be able to leave the arena. The usual post competition press conference had to take place in the arena with Paul as fans cued up to have their pictures taken with him. Michael Hayden said " I'm in no way surprised  at the fans as Paul is an absolute gentleman and a great guy." 

Paul's individual success follows that of his fellow countrymen as they finished second in the prestigious Nations Cup round here only yesterday, as always with a big impact at Wellington, the Irish effect rolls on !!!

Skelton Crash's Out in West Palm beach !!!

Team Great Britain show jumper Nick Skelton, crash's out in spectacular style at the Winter Equestrian Festival in Florida !!!


Exclusive pictures by Linda Durocher, media xposure .....

The Wellington "Suncast $25,000 1.50m Championship Jumper classic"

Thrills and spills at West Palm Beach Florida !!!!


Reed Kessler wins the day when super smooth Cian O'Connor suffers a touch of "last jump-itous" and Nick skelton crashes out in spectacular fashion..... 

Kessler won the $25,000 competition in unique style being the only rider in the premier international field to bring home her mount with a stunning clear round...  Talking straight after she beamed  " pacha, (Pacha De Nantuel) her personally owned french 9 yr old gelding was "marvelous". " It was great being the only one to go clear, I wouldn't have fancied being up against the likes of Cian O'Conner and Nick Skelton in a jump off, but I know Pacha was well placed. I had concerns with the Oxer but Pacha is so adjustable and I knew I could rely on him".

Number 1 Irish rider and winter Equestrian Festival leader, Cian O'Connor narrowly missed out on the win in the week that "Horseware Ireland" is the headline sponsor at the premier winter festival attended by most of the worlds top equestrians. 

Ireland in fact lead the festival with riders taking the first 3 positions in the series that runs on until April. The venue in West palm beach is alive with talk of the Irish and their impressive performance. The company staging this spectacular equestrian event is headed up by Michael Stone  (President) and of course hails from the Emerald Isle. With riders, horses and organization expertise coming from Ireland, the small nation on the edge of Europe is once again proving it's worth and hitting well above it's weight with a huge degree of success....

NRHA Open Futurity finals Shots by Linda Durocher

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NRHA Non Pro Champion

Veronica St-Onge becomes the 2011 NRHA Non Pro Champion......

Linda Durocher meets up with Veronica St-Onge back in the stalls at Oklahoma to capture the smile of a champion...  
Reports to follow and stay tuned for today's action in the NRHA open Championship shoot out!!!

Irish Champion Vanner Cob goes international with breeding offer !!!


"Billy", the 2011 Gypsy Cob Elite stallion has now began to offer breeding by frozen semen to the USA and all over the World. Also holding the title as National Supreme Champion 2011, Billy is expected to get a great response and will be seen by Vanner owners who will be present at the first ever Gypsy Vanner fair to be held in the USA. The Vanner Fair is supported and promoted by Equestrian Style magazine, the rise in popularity with Gypsy Vanners in the USA has created demand within Ireland and UK for the best examples that can be found. Speaking from Lucan co. Dublin, owner Karl Feeney said " Billy is a fine horse, he's proven himself in showing terms and he loves to pull the London Trolley that I drive, it's Billy's really and he deserves all the attention he's getting and we're grateful for all the well wishers".  

The appeal of the Gypsy Vanner is far and wide throughout the world, owners from many disciplines are getting involved and enjoying the gentle nature of these heavy horses. 


Michell Anne Kimball, owner of "Spooks Gotta Whiz" the 2010 NRHA  Open Reining futurity champion, is one of the latest in the long list of people to be taken by the breeds beauty and fantastic temperament.  Talking from home in southern California, " My Vanner "Mickey" is Irish bred, he's stunning and I love him so much he'll be very happy here loved and well looked after". 

Michell Anne Kimball's  Gypsy Vanner "Mickey"

The trend and development of the breed is set to get bigger and bigger, interest is growing rapidly and the american attitudes and approach to breeding and promoting horses is bound to have a massive influence on making Gypsy Vanners a great success in the USA. 

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