TCFC
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It all depends on how the individual horse suits you Draft crosses are great fun, and can be just as athletic as any horse. Yes, a warmblood, but not the big European warmbloods ($$$$) that come to mind, ha ha ha.
Having said that, I had a 15hh (on a good day, generally around 14.3) QH/TB cross that could cart around my dad, who is probably about 230. She wasn't more that 900 lbs, IF THAT. Now, he wasn't riding her long hard days, but it really depends on the horse. Look for one without a real long back, as they won't hold as much weight. Not saying 250 is all that much, but if it is something you are concerned about you should think of it. Also, like it was previously mentioned, a nice smooth gaited horse will result in a more comfortable ride.
Hey, and as also stated, QH's are AWESOME. Those are some very solidly built horses, meant for carting people around for long, hard days. Very sturdy. I have definitely ridden on ranches with men on little 14hh QH's who were pushing 300lbs
One important thing, even moreso than a suitable horse, is to make sure you have a suitable saddle that distributes weight evenly and effectively. With an ill fitting saddle, a featherweight would do more damage that a 500lb-er. Any horse in a poorly fitting saddle will be in pain, and therefore will not have a good working life.
Good luck on the horse hunt, always exciting I hope you find your new buddy soon
TCFC
Having said that, I had a 15hh (on a good day, generally around 14.3) QH/TB cross that could cart around my dad, who is probably about 230. She wasn't more that 900 lbs, IF THAT. Now, he wasn't riding her long hard days, but it really depends on the horse. Look for one without a real long back, as they won't hold as much weight. Not saying 250 is all that much, but if it is something you are concerned about you should think of it. Also, like it was previously mentioned, a nice smooth gaited horse will result in a more comfortable ride.
Hey, and as also stated, QH's are AWESOME. Those are some very solidly built horses, meant for carting people around for long, hard days. Very sturdy. I have definitely ridden on ranches with men on little 14hh QH's who were pushing 300lbs
One important thing, even moreso than a suitable horse, is to make sure you have a suitable saddle that distributes weight evenly and effectively. With an ill fitting saddle, a featherweight would do more damage that a 500lb-er. Any horse in a poorly fitting saddle will be in pain, and therefore will not have a good working life.
Good luck on the horse hunt, always exciting I hope you find your new buddy soon
TCFC