Rip is a steady ranch and trail horse. He trail rides out well on a loose rein, crosses water and works a gate. He is fun to ride and quiet enough to use as an extra/guest horse. He has been used to trail ride on a large hunting ranch. He has seen lots of deer and cattle! He backs up, turns around both ways, and walk, jog, lopes circles. Rip has a nice soft mouth, has a great neck rein, and a great stop. He has super ground manners, quiet to catch, lead, load, haul, bathe, groom, pick feet, saddle, bridle, stands tied anywhere, stands still for mount and dismount, and great for the vet and the farrier.