Next Big Stallion? What is your opinion?

[miraja2]

I like Aptitude. He might not be the next "great sire" because I'm not sure how versitile his progeny will be, but I love his chances to be a great classic-race sire. His own pedigree (by AP Indy - out of a Northern Dancer mare), and his success at classic distances (remember his romp in the JCGC!) make me think he will produce a lot of horses that love to run beyond 9f on the dirt.
I think Steppenwolfer may be the first of several Aptitude colts that are factors on the TC trail, and if he stays healthy I bet Steppenwolfer has a nice career in the handicap division just like his old man.

[Betsy]

Originally Posted by miraja2

I like Aptitude. He might not be the next "great sire" because I'm not sure how versitile his progeny will be, but I love his chances to be a great classic-race sire. His own pedigree (by AP Indy - out of a Northern Dancer mare), and his success at classic distances (remember his romp in the JCGC!) make me think he will produce a lot of horses that love to run beyond 9f on the dirt.
I think Steppenwolfer may be the first of several Aptitude colts that are factors on the TC trail, and if he stays healthy I bet Steppenwolfer has a nice career in the handicap division just like his old man.

He's got some good turf performers thus far, so maybe keep an eye on him as far as that goes. I loved Aptitude - Alex Solis' ride in the Belmont against Commendable was a disgraceful performance which I won't soon forgive or forget. Aptitude should have won that race by open lengths. In any case, I hope you're right about him - he looks also to have a nice 2 year old who won his debut at Lone Star (forgot his name, though........)

[witchdoctor]

Interesting article by George Smith who arranged the mating that resulted in Vindication and his logic to pick Seattle Slew as the sire.

http://www.pedigreepost.com/archives...onGWSmith.html

[Downthestretch55]

Great article!
Strawberry Road stood at High Cliff before going to Austrailia.
If you get a chance, go to nybreds and have a look at Best of Luck off the High Cliff link (right side, blue).
One of my mares is in foal to him. I really like the Turn-To 3X3.
Thanks for sharing.
DTS

[Cajungator26]

I like Mr. Livingston the best out of any so far... he stands down here in Florida for a meager $3,500 stud fee. http://www.thoroughbredtimes.com/isd...ion_no=4308090

As for Kentucky studs, I think that Saint Liam is going to make some noise.

[Cajungator26]

What about this guy?

http://www.thoroughbredtimes.com/isd...ion_no=4299496

Hasn't had anything great yet, but he's definitely a nice looking stallion.

[jpops757]

Originally Posted by Cajungator26

What about this guy?

http://www.thoroughbredtimes.com/isd...ion_no=4299496

Hasn't had anything great yet, but he's definitely a nice looking stallion.

Broadbrush probably has made more money in the shed than any other sire. So why cant one of his sons be a success?

Originally Posted by Cajungator26

What about this guy?

http://www.thoroughbredtimes.com/isd...ion_no=4299496

Hasn't had anything great yet, but he's definitely a nice looking stallion.

I liked Include as a racehorse, but the fact is taht sons of Broad Brush haven't been a success as stallions and I could never breed to them until they were proven....not enough speed in the family..