Izzy has been ridden in the mountains and does great. However, an experienced handler would be best until you bond with her. She is gentle but does have a lot of confidence. She benefits from being ridden often in an arena or on the trails. When we have her on the trails, she will go anywhere and is unafraid. If you are looking for a great breeding mare, she is it. She is homozygous dominant for blue roan and has had two blue roan babies. We have one of them, and he is a gem! Izzy is a great mom. Please reach out for more pictures, videos, etc.