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Personality
Gear is an incredibly special horse, and not just because of his royal breeding. It's hard to find a horse that's the whole package - stunning conformation, a successor's bloodline, a sensible temperament, and an affinity to turf rivaling a bird to flight. Like the bird of prey he's named for, Gear is largely a solitary creature. He doesn't mind being in the same field as other colts as long as there's plenty of room for him to chase them out of his space if they get too full of themselves. He just wants to settle down and graze or nap in peace. He isn't a great lover of humans, but he tolerates them as long as the status quo is maintained. He's not a pet and refuses to be treated like one. He doesn't want to be petted, scratched, or otherwise loved on. He'll pin his ears and lash his tail, but he gives you plenty of warning before he nips. For anything medical that it's imperative he stands for, a firm slap will get his attention and he'll deal with the indignation. When he's under saddle, he steps out onto the track with superior ease beyond his years, not getting excited over a simple work but rather moving through his paces in a workman-like manner. He'll never be one to set a bullet work, but he'll also never do anything stupid to cause himself undue injury. The excitement of race day is when he finally gets on the muscle, not causing a problem but clearly defining his power as he jogs against the pressure of the bit in his mouth. He looks every bit the charger then, with a shine of sun across his coat displaying his rippling fitness. He's got such a charisma and confidence about him that it's hard not to believe he can win.
LEG TYPE: FRONTRUNNER/PRECEDER
Gear is such a level-headed creature that even when he's amped up for a race he'll allow his jockey to gather him back under control once he shoots from the gate. He's at his most content tracking a frontrunner from about a length behind on the rail, though he's more than capable of following his jockey's cue if he has to lead. He actually tends to show his hand rather early, slowly opening a lead going around the turn. His stamina is an impressive thing, though, and he always has just a bit more left in the tank if others catch up to challenge, thrilling in a brave dog fight to the finish.
LEG TYPE: FRONTRUNNER/PRECEDER
Gear is such a level-headed creature that even when he's amped up for a race he'll allow his jockey to gather him back under control once he shoots from the gate. He's at his most content tracking a frontrunner from about a length behind on the rail, though he's more than capable of following his jockey's cue if he has to lead. He actually tends to show his hand rather early, slowly opening a lead going around the turn. His stamina is an impressive thing, though, and he always has just a bit more left in the tank if others catch up to challenge, thrilling in a brave dog fight to the finish.
Current Season1st in TW Genessee Valley Hunt Cup - Feb Wk 1 [12F/T]
1st in BSD Heel To Toe Derby - May Wk 1 [9F/T] 1st in BSD Great Lakes Stakes - July Wk 3 [11F/T] 2nd in TW January Maiden - Jan Wk 1 [10F/T] 2nd in BSD War Plumage Stakes - Mar Wk 2 [10F/T] 2nd in GHF Everyday Hero Legacy Stakes* - June Wk 3 [12F/T] 3rd in TW Foolish Lad's Marathon Challenge* - Apr Wk 2 [11F/T] 4th in TW Tropical Park Derby* - Jan Wk 3 [10F/T] 4th in BSD Summer Squall Stakes - Mar Wk 4 [12F/T] 4th in TW Lexus Raven Run Stakes* - May Wk 3 [11F/T] 4th in TW Hart Stakes* - June Wk 1 [9F/T] |
Past Performances
Pedigree Information
Coming
Horse Pictured: Mirage Dancer | Buybacks: None | Other Reserves: None