Take the Poll: How Tall is Your Horse?
Friday June 6, 2008
We recently measured my daughter's Clydesdale-Thoroughbred gelding Thor. He has just just turned two years old, and is 15.1 hands high.
Even though he has turned two, I think he is still to immature to start riding. 
Thor's mom is just off camera in this photo taken in 2006! My daughter hopes he will inherit his mother's Clydesdale height.
2006 K. Blocksdorf We're expecting him to sprout up quite a bit yet, and certainly grow into his big long legs a bit more. I used to like very tall horses, but for some reason, as I get older, I like being closer to the ground. Trillium's sturdy 15.1 hands suit me just fine. How tall is your favorite riding horse? Have your preferences changed over time? Leave your thoughts in the comments below.
2006 K. Blocksdorf
Comments
I’ve always had 15-16 hh horses. When I was in Jr. High, I remember looking at a 17 hh horse to purchase. I took one look UP at him, and wound up getting a 15.2 horse! I’ve always loved larger breeds, but I prefer riding lower to the ground!
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My Rubiegirl is 14.3 I think she is the perfect size1
My current horse is about 17.1 and I love it but i have always enjoyed riding the taller bigger bodied horses. Even though i can never reach them from the ground. lol I am only about 5′4″