There are good horses, there are great horses, and then there are the ones you never stop talking about—the ones that make you feel confident and bring you true enjoyment when you swing a leg over them. Mack is one of those horses.
On paper, Mack was bred to be a standout in the arena—but he turned out to be something even more valuable. This 2017 AQHA gelding, standing at 15.2 hands, is by Vanila Viper, a son of Dash Ta Fame. His dam is by Coup De Kas, a line known for producing sharp-minded, versatile horses that excel in many disciplines. But Mack goes to show that a lot more goes into defining a horse than just bloodlines. Riding this horse always brings a smile to my face—he’s just EASY.
And his résumé? It’s unlike anything you’ll ever see. Mack is a certified police horse! Right from the squad in Colorado, he’s been through real-world training in high-stress environments—crowds, sirens, fireworks, helicopters, traffic. That kind of mind & confidence isn’t something you can just teach.
Beyond his police work, Mack’s a barrel racing dynamo. He cruises through the pattern, clocks in the 2D/3D, and does it with a fun, turny style that’ll have you ready to enter again and again. Trained right, loves his job, and reminds you why you love running barrels—I know I sure do. He stays calm, collected, and doesn’t stir up any drama. You can make a run, turn around, and walk him back through. He’s that solid. His training is so spot-on that even a stranger can hop on and make a run. He’s sound—no maintenance has been done. What you see in his videos is exactly what you’ll get.
Whether it’s a quick ride or a full day on the trail, Mack’s the one you want. He’ll handle water, brush, and any terrain. Just drop your hand and enjoy the ride. He doesn’t mind pedestrians, dogs, blowing trash, or anything else of the sort. He’ll safely pack anyone, of any experience level or background, giving you peace of mind.
Mack has a true, one-handed neck rein that makes him user-friendly, but he’s still got all the buttons a seasoned horseman will love. Lopes around on a loose rein, stops soft and square, counter-arcs, side-passes, & handles off leg pressure w/ ease. Smooth as glass & broke the right way—he’s the kind you can relax on and enjoy every ride. Whether you’re entering up, covering country, or just out for a casual evening ride, the hard work is done—now it’s your turn to enjoy him.
Mack meets you at the gate, loves bath time, gets along w/ others, + has the kind of personality that wins you over instantly. If you’re looking for more than “just a horse,” you’ve got your guy.
Honestly, I could go on for days about how highly I think of this horse—his character, his heart, his mind, his talent but I’ll leave it at that.