Finding new home due to no fault of his own. Bought him for my 6'3 boyfriend who lost interest within a couple months. Used primarily for trail riding/camping. Gave a few beginner lessons on him which he did amazing for. I don't know him enough to say if he is completely beginner friendly, would recommend an intermediate rider. His only vice is he can be a bit pushy on the ground. Easy to get going in saddle, great woah. Can ride in a bit and hackamore. Due to hoof condition when I bought him, I had him in glue on shoes for two rounds. He is doing much better now. An easy keeper. I have him in a pasture with four other horses, low man in the herd. Trailers easy. Amazing husband horse.