Jess would be perfect for a youth looking for a confidence builder. Not a speed demon but solid, easy, and fun. I hauled her with me to a race last week and she would've been at the top of the 4D against competition such as Kassie Mowery and Jimmie Smith but barely drug the 3rd. (She hasnt been to a barrel race in several years but was still solid as can be) No alley issues, quiet and easy to warm up, point and kick style. Runs in a hackamore and loose tie down. Her only vice is that she will set back when tied and will sometimes rush out of the trailer when unloading. I put her on a tie ring instead of tying solid and don't have any issues. Is currently at a trainers be hauled and legged up!