Market Report: Legend Buttes Horse Sale
June 21, 2024
The Legend Buttes Horse Sale, held on June 21, 2024, in Crawford, NE, was a highly successful event, showcasing a remarkable lineup of horses. The sale attracted buyers from near and far, both in person and online, resulting in strong market activity and impressive sale averages.
Sale Averages
The sale statistics reflect the quality and diversity of the horses presented:
- **Top 5 Average**: $22,200
- **Top 10 Average**: $19,000
- **Top 20 Average**: $15,800
- **Total Sale Average**: $10,600 (includes yearlings and ponies)
Market Highlights
**Previews and Events**:
The Legend Buttes Sale Preview is held at the historic Fort Robinson State Park arena. We thank Fort Robinson and their crew for their tireless efforts to keep the park beautiful for tourists and events such as the Legend Buttes Sale.
- Buyers enjoyed a series of engaging preview events, starting with an evening rope horse preview and continuing with a full sale preview on the morning of the sale.
- Each horse had the opportunity to showcase its talents in various disciplines, including a ranch trail pattern and a reined cow horse session.
- Ranch horses competed in ranch roping events, while young rope horses participated in the ranch prospect preview, tracking roping dummies.
- The team roping and breakaway preview events were particularly anticipated and well-received, highlighting the versatility and skills of the horses.
Key Trends and Highlights
**High Demand for Gentle Geldings**:
- There was a notable demand for gentle geldings capable of working on the ranch and competing in the arena. These horses commanded premium prices, reflecting their desirability.
**Influence of Bloodlines**:
- Bloodlines played a significant role in buyers' decisions. One of the sale highlights was the second-highest seller, an own daughter of Million Dollar Sire Travelin Jonez, underscoring the value placed on strong pedigrees.
**Performance and Correctness**:
- Horses that previewed well and demonstrated correct and true riding abilities attracted higher bids. Buyers were willing to pay top dollar for horses that performed well during the previews.
Buyer Participation
- The sale saw a high level of participation from both local and distant buyers. Hundreds of registered buyers traveled to Crawford, NE, while many more participated online.
- Demand was strong from start to finish, with 82% of the horses finding new homes.
- Of the horses sold, 50% remained in-state, while the rest were sold to buyers as far away as Montana and various other states.
- Notably, four of the top five selling horses stayed within 60 miles of Crawford, highlighting the local community's trust and investment in the sale.
Acknowledgments and Future Outlook
We extend our sincere thanks to the local community for their continued support and trust in us to offer the finest horses in the Tri-State area. The success of this sale is a testament to the quality of horses and the dedication of our consignors and buyers. We have an army of incredible people and businesses behind us who make the event special. Ward Laboratories sponsored forage testing for each consignor. Mollys Custom Silver and MC Horses and Tack sponsored custom buckles and bits for our high selling consignors. UltraCruz generously provided gift cards to every buyer in the sale as well!
Upcoming Sale
We are excited to announce that we already have a great lineup for the fall sale, scheduled for September 27th. Consignments are being accepted until August 19th. We look forward to another successful event and encourage all interested parties to participate.
Conclusion
The Legend Buttes Horse Sale on June 21, 2024, was a resounding success, reflecting the robust demand and high-quality offerings available in the region. We are proud to continue our tradition of excellence and look forward to future sales with great anticipation. Here you find "Honest People, Selling Honest Horses"
For more details and information on upcoming events, please visit our website or contact the sale organizers.
