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2024 CONSIGNMENTS

LOT 1: JK BUG LIGHT

2019 Brown Gelding

Turner Performance Horses, LLC - Congress, AZ

BLACK son of Shawne Bug Leo, “BUGS!” Yes, he is coal black, and stunning! He will stop you in your tracks with a gorgeous head, kind eye, great confirmation, good bone, and stocky build! This 2019, 15 hand gelding has... MORE...


LOT 2: GREYT BIG SIX

2019 Sorrel Gelding

Miguel Guerrero, El Paso, TX (Agent: Kevin Redstrom)

Cardenal is a horse that comes from a lineage of winners. Another own son of Natural Bottom won the last Road to the Horse event. This is a talented gelding that started in an intensive ranch work program, and has... MORE...


LOT 3: ONCE INA BAY BOON

2016 Bay Gelding

T & K Performance Horses (Todd & Kim Adolf), Morristown, AZ

Unique! The complete package! 8-years-old! Say hello to "Reno!" Here is an amazing, good-looking gelding that can do it all. He is sound, kind, gentle, and very broke. Reno is eligible for the Royal Crown & Riata Buckle incentives. At... MORE...


LOT 4: CANAM TWOTIMIN DRIFT

2017 Palomino Gelding

Bar Diamond Horses (Kylie McLean), San Tan Valley, AZ

CANAM TWOTIMIN DRIFT is a beautiful 2017 palomino gelding, that stands 15.1 Hh. A true dream horse. Can-Am is as gentle as they come. He is safe, safe, safe. Absolutely no foolish business even with time off. I bought Can-Am... MORE...


LOT 5: CHEXSTONE COWBOY

2017 Chestnut Gelding

Jared Meyer, Bernard IA

If you are looking for an extremely gentle and consistent heel horse that has been hauled and one the whole family will enjoy, check out Badger! Badger is a finished and hauled heel and breakaway horse. He is 6-years-old, and... MORE...


LOT 6: GOLDEN ROCKY FRECKLE

2018 Buckskin Gelding

Clinton Headings, Overton, MO (Agent: Brock Grashuis)

Rocky is a very good-looking, nice-to-be-around gelding that has been used in all phases of ranch work. He will do anything you ask of him. He is really nice on the head side and on the heel side. He has... MORE...


LOT 7: SIESTA ACRE CATT

2019 Bay Gelding

J Arrow Livestock, Jerry & Megan Cobb, Wickenburg, AZ

Complete gentleman that is gentle and will take care of you. Cuervo has been the easiest horse to train. He has a can-do attitude and always aims to please. This horse never has a bad day he’s always eager to... MORE...


LOT 8: RUSTY PEPTOBOOSMAL

2017 Red Roan Gelding

Wilson Cattle Co., Brooke & Rodey Wilson, Canyon, TX

It’s become our habit to bring the very best of our herd to Rancho Rio each year. We want buyers to hit the ground running and winning when they buy a horse from Wilson Cattle Co. For that reason, we... MORE...


LOT 9: WON N ONLE

2016 Grey Gelding

Kristin Newman, Cave Creek, AZ (Agent: Sharp Horses)

Nickel is an 8-year-old grey AQHA gelding that stands 14.3 hands and weighs 1125 lbs. This guy has the best personality and quiet disposition. He spent his early years in the cutting horse industry and has since switched to the... MORE...


LOT 10: STORMM FORCE

2018 Red Roan Gelding

Jereme & Kim Barnett, Scottsdale, AZ (Agent: Pullara Performance Horses)

Here he is! A switch-ender that is an own son of Smooth As A Cat, NCHA Hall of Fame sire and horse of the year and out of Smooth As A Seahorse, a big-time mare that has NCHA earnings over... MORE...


LOT 11: BOGNUDAS BUENO CHIC

2016 Sorrel Gelding

Chance Bernall, Dillon, MT

Silver is a beautiful 14.2 hand AQHA gelding with some of your favorites right on his papers; Colonel Freckles, Smart Chic Olena, and Docs Stylish Oak. At 8 years old, he is the perfect combination of experience and youth! Silver... MORE...


LOT 12: AUTOBOON CAT

2019 Red Roan Gelding

Tim Emick, Agent: JD Wing, Pueblo, CO

Boon is a gentle, easy-going gelding with a great mind that was started in a cutting program as a 2-year-old. His 3-year-old year, he was used on a cow/calf operation and was started as a rope horse. His 4-year-old year... MORE...


LOT 13: BLUEEYED CASHMACHINE

2017 Bay Gelding

Jed Jacobs, Sugar City, ID

Billy is a "forever horse," one you will want to keep FOREVER! He is stout, sweet, safe and he is an absolutely stunning bay gelding with a world class pedigree. He stands 15.1 hands and has a beautiful thick mane... MORE...


LOT 14: COLONELS SMOKN SHINE

2018 Palomino Gelding

Bender Cattle Co. (Agent: Brad Lund, La Cygne, KS)

This big, stout, pretty gelding is double registered. He was the 2023 World Champion Steer Stopping Horse at the APHA World Show. He was also the Reserve Champion in the Jr. Heading. Comanche is very gentle and very broke. Rope... MORE...


LOT 15: BSR GAME ON

2019 Blue Roan Gelding

Rory Patten, Wittman, AZ

Gamer is a gorgeous, true blue roan, ranch-raised 5-year-old. This fancy gelding has caught attention from the very first day he hit the ground on our ranch. Gamer has shown his willing, gentle disposition from the day we halter broke... MORE...


LOT 17: XTRA BARISTA STEP

2017 Palomino Gelding

Mark Johnsrud (Agent: Dakota Kirchenschlager, Whitesboro, TX)

GORGEOUS, TALENTED, and GREAT MINDED! Dre is a very well-bred gelding finished and ready to go. He is great on both ends of the steer and very enjoyable to just ride around. Dre was started with a good reining foundation... MORE...


LOT 18: SF RICCO COLONEL

2017 Sorrel Gelding

Frank Thompson, Keystone, NE

Potè is a big, gentle, stand-up gelding. At 15.2 hands and weighing 1300 lbs., this horse has the foundation, tools, and the experience. This sorrel gelding has seen absolutely every aspect of ranch work. He's cowy, travels right and is... MORE...


LOT 19: PEPTOTOY COUP

2017 Blue Roan Gelding

Britt & Kaila Williams, Hammond, MT

Fast, athletic, BROKE, and great-minded. Jasper is ready to take you to the pay window! He was started as a reining cow horse and is a fun one to ride around. He spins, slides, is super cowy, this guy is... MORE...


LOT 20: HOLEY BOSS

2017 Sorrel Gelding

Wilson Cattle Co., Brooke & Rodey Wilson, Canyon, TX

Shamrock is straight off the top shelf at Wilson Cattle Co. Every year we are committed to bringing our very best rope horses to Rancho Rio, and the reasons are many that we chose Shamrock. Shamrock is as wide as... MORE...


LOT 21: COWBOYS CASHIN IN

2018 Sorrel Gelding

S/B Rope Horses, Brady & Shelby Black, Kimberly, ID

Experience the thrill of owning the extraordinary Lil Joe, a true standout, brought to you by S/B Rope Horses. Lil Joe isn't just any horse; he's the epitome of excellence, an absolute pleasure to have in our barn. Whether you're... MORE...


LOT 22: DDD FREDSDRIFTINLYNX

2015 Red Dun Gelding

Pullara Performance Horses, Nick & Chelsea Pullara, Wickenburg, AZ

Oso is a gelding we’ve had for 3+ years. Our whole family has used him all over the ranch and in the arena as a head horse. He has been hauled and won on in the World Series by high... MORE...


LOT 23: SHORTY GETS DOWN

2015 Bay Gelding

Cowan Select Horses LLC, Robbie Boyce, Havre, MT

Shorty Gets Down, “Shorty,” was born and raised at Cowan Select Horses—Montana Division. He was started as a 2-year-old by Eric Branger, head trainer of CSH-MT. Shorty was trained and shown very successfully as a Reined Cowhorse in the Snaffle... MORE...


LOT 24: HOOKS FLINTROCK

2016 Chestnut Gelding

Peterson Performance Horses, Kale & Tatum Peterson, Wittman, AZ

Jube Jube is a 7-year-old well-minded, gentle, gelding. He comes in at 14.3 hands and weighs 1200 lbs., with that gorgeous chestnut color. Jube Jube’s disposition is spot on, and you will love his kind personality. He is calm, sweet... MORE...


LOT 25: DT TEQUILA SHOTZ

2020 Red Roan Gelding

Cooper Smith (Agent: Dakota Kirchenschlager, Whitesboro, TX)

WELL-BRED AND ELIGIBLE! Looking for this year’s 4-year-old to compete at all the rope horse futurities? Look no further than this great-looking Hickory Holly Time! TEQUILA is a great prospect with lots of talent and a huge stop ready for... MORE...


LOT 26: BLACK DIAMONDS ZAN

2015 Black Gelding

Charlie & Chelsea Putnam, Stephenville, TX

Dougie Fresh is a head-turning handsome black head and breakaway horse. At Dougie’s first jackpot I received compliments on him, and they haven’t stopped. From his metallic sheen and white accents to how neat he moves and commands the arena,... MORE...


LOT 27: ADB PAYIN IT FORWARD

2015 Red Roan Gelding

Tom Hirsig, Cheyenne, WY

Butters has been my main horse for the last three years in both the roping pen and the ranching pen. You will not find a better one to do either on. By far the best heel horse I have ever... MORE...


LOT 28: REVOLUTIONARYSHOOTIN

2018 Dun Gelding

Jade Stoddard, Sugar City, ID

We are very excited to offer one of the top horses we have ever had at Rancho Rio this year. Saucy is a drop-dead gorgeous dun gelding with a big black mane and tail. He stands 15.1 hands with exceptional... MORE...


LOT 29: CHIC OUT MY MERCEDES

2012 Bay Gelding

Jordan Weaver, Wittmann, AZ

I truly believe Samson might be the most special horse ever offered on the open market. In my lifetime I know we will never have another one like him, and I feel so lucky to have had him for the... MORE...


LOT 30: GIN N GUNS DONT MIX

2018 Palomino Gelding

Turner Performance Horses - Congress, AZ

Talk of the “Town-es” is his handle, a true gentleman’s ride! Trustworthy qualities for the entire family describe “Townes!” He is classy, stylish, and a gorgeous palomino gelding that is sophisticated in and out of the arena. Discover this showstopper... MORE...


LOT 31: CHEXOUTMYNUHOTROD

2016 Black Gelding

Harlan Bellander (Agent: Brock Hanson, Coolidge, AZ)

Rocking Rio is a big fancy 7-year-old black dual ender. He was purchased as a 3-year-old and placed into our training program under the direction of Brock Hanson. Rio has been used outside on the ranch, branded on, is gentle... MORE...


LOT 32: COWBOYS WHISKEY BOY

2018 Palomino Gelding

Donnie Benson, Dillon, MT (Agent: Kale & Tatum Peterson)

A gorgeous palomino with a long white mane and tail, exactly what Barbie would want! Banquet will catch your eye from every angle you look at him from. He is a 5-year-old gelding, standing 15.1 hands and weighing 1150 lbs.... MORE...


LOT 33: ROYAL CORONA WHIZ

2016 Palomino Gelding

Ross & Casey Wagner, Park City, MT

Check out this refreshing ride that will get you noticed anywhere you go. Cerveza is an all-star equine athlete both inside and outside the performance arena. Cerveza rides and slides with all the fancy buttons wrapped up in a tail-dragging,... MORE...


LOT 34: BSR FINNS SPEEDY

2018 Blue Roan Gelding

Miguel Guerrero, El Paso, TX (Agent: Kevin Redstrom)

Azul is one of the most talented horses you can ride. His power, stamina and definitely his mind are unbeatable. This horse, just like all the horses at Las Tunas, started with an intensive ranch work program before going into... MORE...


LOT 35: LIONS DONTNEED MAGIC

2012 Sorrel Gelding

J Arrow Livestock, Jerry & Megan Cobb, Wickenburg, AZ

Here’s the best one we’ve thrown a leg over. He can flat do anything under the sun and is better than the rest at it. Head, run barrels, stick the kids on him for any event. He’s a winner and... MORE...


LOT 36: LS FLING OF HANCOCK

2018 Blue Roan Gelding

Dorlise Gutches (Agent: Tommy Thompson, Morristown, AZ)

Throttle is a jammin’ 6-year-old gelding that is a true combination of the mind, speed and athleticism of the A Steak of Fling lines with the durability of the Hancock lines. He is stunning to look at and extremely versatile.... MORE...


LOT 37: NICS FORTUNATE SON

2017 Buckskin Gelding

Ranger Hill & Shelly Moore, Cave Creek, AZ

Gordon, what a sweetheart! This guy is sure to turn heads everywhere he goes and is a true pleasure to be around! Gordon is a 7-year-old finished heel horse and is ready to take you to the winner’s circle. He's... MORE...


LOT 38: CHAMP STOP TO LOOK

2104 Sorrel Gelding

AJ Fuchs, Spring Branch, TX

This gorgeous 2014 gelding stands 15.1 hands and weighs 1200 lbs., with a full flaxen mane and a tail that drags the ground. Quigley was started in a reining program, so he is as broke as they come, rides with... MORE...


LOT 39: MR ANDERSON

2019 Sorrel Gelding

Cody Mirabal, Grants, NM

His name speaks for itself. A true cowboy’s horse that is safe and gentle for anyone, anywhere. Mr. Anderson was started from the ground up in my hands from the time he was a 2-year-old. He has been used extensively... MORE...


LOT 40: CD SWEAT

2018 Gray Gelding

Chris Pomeroy, Bolivar, MO

Juice is a 2018 gelding that is easy to be around. He’s broke, easy to shoe, and haul! Juice was started by Jon Ryon Foster as a 2-year-old and has been competed on the last two years in jackpots and... MORE...


LOT 41: SEVEN S MILKY WAY

2018 Bay Gelding

Tad Sanders (Agent: Kylie McLean, San Tan Valley, AZ)

SEVEN S MILKY WAY is a 2018 bay gelding that stands 15 hands and is Handsome with a capital H. Buttons has a great set of papers by One Time Royalty, out of Seven Pepto Whiz, a mare going back... MORE...


LOT 42: INTENTIONAL HOT JOE

2018 Sorrel Rabicano Gelding

M & N Livestock, Jeff & Pam Miller, Stanfield, AZ

Socks is a 2018 AQHA gelding that stands 15.2 hands. He has a deep solid confirmation, that makes him not only durable but eye catching, along with his unique color and four white socks. He is paid up in the... MORE...


LOT 43: NOBLE ARISTOCRAT

2018 Red Roan Gelding

Wilson Cattle Co., Brooke & Rodey Wilson, Canyon, TX

We are asked all the time why we don’t bring more proven heel horses to town to sell, well here is your opportunity! Let us introduce to you, Chili! Chili is a good looking 6-year-old, red roan gelding. We have... MORE...


LOT 44: COMINGSOONONBLUEREY

2019 Red Roan Gelding

Turner Performance Horses - Congress, AZ

A REAL good "Feller!" Feller is a one-horse trailer kind of guy, a Finished Cowhorse $$ winner in the Youth NRHCA. A STANDOUT three event rope horse; won on in the Heading, Heeling, and Breakaway! It's not often a horse... MORE...


LOT 45: SAC RIVER DUNIT BAY

2016 Bay Gelding

Triple T Livestock, Alise Holst, Fergus Falls, MN

Gorgeous, trained, talented, and finished in multiple disciplines, Hobo is the entire package. The fact that he is gorgeous is just a bonus. Hobo is a seasoned heel, breakaway, and ranch horse. He is also finished in the heading. We... MORE...


LOT 46: MG LEO SAN PEPPY

2016 Blue Roan Gelding

Jade Stoddard, Sugar City, ID

Azul is a beautiful blue roan gelding. Big-time talented heel horse. Big flashy mane and tail, a real eye catcher! He stands 14.3 hands and solid built. He is broke, gentle, and a real gentleman. He is a 5-star heel... MORE...


LOT 47: VALIENTE WHIZ

2018 Sorrel Gelding

Mitchell Performance Horses, Chase Mitchell, Columbus, MT

Pablo is as fancy a young gelding as you will find anywhere. He is a finished reiner that we’ve been roping on for over a year now, and he excels at whatever you ask him to do. He will take... MORE...


LOT 48: MW AMERICANBLACKCAT

2016 Sorrel Gelding

Jared Meyer, Bernard IA

Rope and ranch on this talented and very broke gelding! Black Cat is a gorgeous, AQHA gelding! He stands the perfect size at 15 hands and is that been-there-done-that age. Cat has High Brow Cat and Dunit Rawhide on his... MORE...


LOT 49: ZEBOLUTION

2017 Buckskin Gelding

Billy Bob Brown, Carbon, TX

Mini is a rare find! He is a been there done that kind of horse and as gentle as they come. He’s been team roped on, breakaway roped on, carried the flags at the rodeos, day worked on, he goes... MORE...


LOT 50: STRIKE MASTER

2018 Appaloosa Gelding

Bob Scott (Agent: Angel Crosthwaite), Weatherford, TX

Flashy appy gelding with a sweet personality and gentle as they come. He’s the perfect family horse! Take him to a jackpot on Saturday and on a family trail ride on Sunday. Smooth and easy to rope on, ready to... MORE...


LOT 51: SMOKEING TRIP

2019 Bay Gelding

Britt & Kaila Williams, Hammond, MT

Fettuccine is easy, fun, athletic and ready to win on! We can't tell you enough wonderful things about this kind gelding. He was shown in the reining and is as broke as they come, slides, spins, changes leads, automatic!!! If... MORE...


LOT 52: SMOOTH GATOR

2019 Buckskin Gelding

Neal Wanless (Agent: Dakota Kirchenschlager, Whitesboro, TX)

BEAUTIFUL BUCKSKIN GELDING! Looking for your next Riata Buckle or Royal Crown eligible horse look no further! Gator is already off to a great futurity career winning 2nd in the 4-year-old Heeling at the Buckeye Royal Crown 2023. This young... MORE...


LOT 53: TACO BOUT GUYO

2014 Palomino Gelding

Milton Aguilara, Kemp, TX

Cheddar is a 10-year-old gelding that has been hauled extensively all around the country. He is a proven winner. He’s top notch at anything you throw at him. From roping steers in the pen to day working, he’s one you... MORE...


LOT 54: DIP N DOTS

2015 Appaloosa Gelding

Tyler Pearson, Atoka, OK

Dip N Dots is an 8-year-old Appaloosa Gelding standing 14.3 hands. A man of many talents. This horse is very talented at everything he does. He is one of the toughest horses I have ever owned and ridden. He is... MORE...


LOT 56: MISTER SHINERS OLENA

2018 Buckskin Gelding

Clinton Headings, Overton, MO (Agent: Brock Grashuis)

Shiner is a really nice buckskin gelding that is a deluxe head horse. He can take you to the pay window tomorrow. He has been used for all phases of ranch work from dragging calves to catching wild cattle. Ranchers,... MORE...


LOT 57: OH DRIFTIN AWAY

2016 Bay Gelding

Michael Hollenbeck (Agent: Henry Hollenbeck), Molt, MT

Jr. is a true all-around gem. He's a product of our own breeding, foundation bred that stands toe-to-toe with anything you'll find on the market. He's been a cherished member of our family since day one, making it all the... MORE...


LOT 58: SUSHI CHEX

2019 Palomino Gelding

Dominic Hostetler

Sushi, as we call him, is a horse the whole family can enjoy from the little kids riding around the arena or down the trail to roping both ends. We have owned him since he was just a yearling and... MORE...


LOT 59: TRAUADO LENA

2014 Bay Gelding

Todd Mathews

Chili Dog is a 2014 bay gelding that stands at 14.3 hands. This finished head and heel horse is super athletic and fast-footed, making him suitable for roping at all levels. He stands quiet in the box, scores sharp, is... MORE...


LOT 60: ESPUELA FOUR BLONDE

2015 Palomino Gelding

Jason Sanders, Madera, CA (Agent: Jake Rodriguez)

Here is a special head horse that can go at any level, from the Open all the way down to the 9. Howie truly enjoys his job! He's a big, flashy, beautiful palomino. He has all the looks and talent... MORE...


LOT 61: SIMBA CAT

2017 Gray Gelding

Ryan VonAhn, Palmyra, MO

Simba has been part of the family for the past four years. He’s been the barn favorite and the go-to horse for both my wife and me. He gives us the chance to win wherever we take him from the... MORE...


LOT 62: DASH N NIC

2013 Buckskin Gelding

Rory Patten, Wittman, AZ

His name speaks for him! Champ is a cool, fun-to-ride, cowy, kid-friendly, and safe for the whole family kind of horse. Champ is a seasoned heel horse that can also be headed on. He is great in the box, breaks... MORE...


LOT 63: TRASHTINI

2017 Sorrel Gelding

Jed Jacobs, Sugar City, ID

Trashy is a gorgeous chestnut heel horse deluxe! Built to last, very stout, very broke, and super gentle. He's quiet in the box, hunts a steer and has a big stop. He's easy and a joy to ride. Hauled to... MORE...


LOT 64: CAT SCRATCH SIOUX

2011 Palomino Stallion

Robert Meyer, Pleasant Dale, NE (Agent: JD Yates)

Cat Scratch Sioux, Ted, is an AQHA Reserve World Champion and an outstanding all-around stallion that produces outstanding foals. Ted has a willing disposition and confirmation that gets genetically passed down to his offspring. I have owned Ted since his... MORE...


LOT 65: CTK IRISH DRIFTWOOD

2017 Buckskin Gelding

Debi Fesler, Wickenburg, AZ (Agent: Cierra Erickson, Flying C Performance Horses)

Look no further! Here is the most eye-catching buckskin gelding you’ll EVER see! He has a mane down past his shoulder, a tail that drags the ground, and the kindest, most genuine eye. Shamrock is truly what dreams are made... MORE...


LOT 66: CATS CRESCENT BOON

2019 Bay Gelding

Dave Bullock (Agent: Nick Pullara), Wickenburg, AZ

Slo Down is one of the most fun, coolest young horses here in the barn. He’s super cowy, very athletic, gentle as can be, and so fun to ride whether in the arena or at the ranch. He started as... MORE...


LOT 67: JIT METALIC HANCOCK

2020 Dun Roan

Miguel Guerrero, El Paso, TX (Agent: Kevin Redstrom)

It just doesn’t get any better than Venado. What a cross, high brow cat, hancock and driftwood bloodlines represented by this great horse. Its got mind, color, bone, power, disposition and character. This is a sure bet and will get... MORE...


LOT 68: JALAPENO HENRY CHEX

2016 Palomino Gelding

Kevin Carpenter, Dubois, ID (Agent: Crown Cattle & Horse Co., Wyatt & Heidi Kinghorn)

We are very proud to offer Jalapeno Henry Chex, or as we call him at the ranch, John Wayne, to The Horse Sale at Rancho Rio! We have been fortunate enough to take partnership and train John Wayne through our... MORE...