In your opinion, is 22 years old too old to start barrell racing? Also, what do you look?

Question

for in a good barrell racing horse?

Answer 1

I dont think so.  You are just going to have to practise a little more than other people.  I ride english so I dont know a lot about barrel racing, but you want barrel horses to be short and stalky.  They should be sensative, not the kind of horse that needs A TON of leg.  You also want them to have good flexibility and a sensitive mouth so they know where you are telling them to go.

Answer 2

Not if you can already ride a horse.

Other wise the balance it takes can be hard to come by

But with work you can do it

Answer 3

Is it the horse or the rider you're talking about as 22 years old?  If it's the horse, I would say that it's definitely not going to be competitive.  If it's the rider, well, I know at least one of the top barrel racers in the country is close to or in her fifties, and still going strong.

Answer 4

No way! any one can start to barrel. Its sooo fun!

Arabians and Quarter horses are the best barrel horses.

The arabian has a short back to make turns and they are crazy fast.

Same thing with most QH's

Just look for a smaller (not much taller than 15.1) more compact speedy horse.

I hope you dont shy away from barrel racing. It is alot of fun!

Answer 5

If 22 referes to the horse, you might want to pick something a bit younger, not because they can't but because of the stress on the animal.  I've barrel raced many years.  What I look for is the best motor (muscled rear quarters), a quiet calm sensible mind and good, unblemished legs.  I prefer about a 15 hand thoroughbred but speedy little quarter horses and mustangs do well too.  Willingness and partnership make a winning team.