Although Oldenburgs are, perhaps, not very well-known in HF, I think they are some of the most athletic, beautiful horses available for demanding competition. They are ideal sporthorses because of their athleticism, beauty, and tractability, and they cross well with Warmbloods and Hotbloods (like Arabians and Thoroughbreds) to get that perfect English or Hunter horse. Thunder is no exception. He's a stunning stallion, and his movement is incredible. I love his strides, very long and fluid and exact--you'll never find Thunder missteping or being sloppy in his training. He's precise and creative, two very important aspects in the show ring. He will pass on his qualities to his foals, creating the perfect sporthorse for every occasion. Where some stallions fail, Thunder will rise and take everything in stride--from success to fame to beautiful foals--and do it all with the right amount of the fire and grace that defines him.