For Sale:  New Shadbelly, new boots, and used  small tack box.  I can no longer ride, and a few items need new homes for a fraction of their value.   I’m flexible about meeting for those who want to see and try on items.  Christine Colley, chcolley@hughes.net  or 434-984-1431.   

1.  Borso d’Este black Italian wool shadbelly, Euro size 44, also marked 8.  Bust is 40, so the fit is like many  US 8-10  street jackets but with additional room in shoulders and sleeves as is typical of equestrian cut.  New with tags and original storage bag, $190.  Own a European made classic  for the price of a low-end synthetic jacket!

2. New Ariat Hunter dress boots, size 8.5, Full (15”)  leg, Tall height.  Fully lined with a light back seam stiffener, they will  drop less then cheap boots, but are not as stiff as Petries or Cavallos.  Classic and comfortable at half the catalogue discount price.  $165.00.

3.  Clean used black small Burlingham tack trunk with purple cushioned top.  34 wide, 18.5 high, with lift-out grooming box.  A fraction of retail at $50.

4.  six schooling pads, $5 each, and two S-M  helmets, $10 each.

5:  Ticket to all WEG dressage events, Se;pt 27, 28, 29, and Oct. 1, 2010.  Section 204, Row U, $700--less than original reserved price, and individual events now start at $200 on ebay.  Hotel space in downtown Lexington with shuttle available by agreement for $200;  I pre-paid $600.  Call for terms. 

Labomba, aka "Charlie" is a stunning 12yo registered bay Holsteiner gelding. Flashy with 3 white stockings, big blaze and one blue eye! Charlie has the BEST disposition and absolutely perfect manners. He is currently in professional Dressage training, ready to show 2nd Level and schooling 3rd level movements. He has easy changes and recently introduced to the double bridle. In addition, he also has extensive H/J training and has shown sucessfully at rated shows. With his previous owner Charlie has shown mostly in the novice divisions, which is a testament to his character that he will take care of a beginner rider. With his current owner he has successfully shown 3' jumpers with the scope for bigger divisions. He is quiet and forgiving, enough to take care of a young, timid or beginner rider as well as and advanced or professional. Charlie loves trail rides, goes alone or with others. He is sound with no vices. Asking $15,000 obo.

540-847-9525 or starlitedressage@aol.com