NIKE - 5 Year Old, Own Son Of SLICK BY DESIGN, Rope & Barrels
You know that feeling when you meet a horse... and before anyone tells you his pedigree, accomplishments, or training, something about him just makes you stop?
That's Nike.
Before I knew who he was on paper, I knew there was something special about him.
He wasn't loud.
He wasn't anxious.
He wasn't looking for attention.
He was simply comfortable in his own skin.
Curious without being pushy. Confident without being cocky. Kind without being lazy. The kind of horse that quietly earns your respect instead of demanding it.
I've met thousands of horses throughout my career. Very few have left a first impression with me the way Nike did. Today, I'm honored to offer him for sale.
AN OWN SON OF SLICK BY DESIGN
Nike is an **own son of Slick By Design**, one of the most influential performance sires of the modern era.
Slick By Design earned more than **$626,000** in his own career and has produced **over 2,200 registered foals** with **nearly $11 million in offspring earnings**, making him one of the industry's most respected barrel horse sires.
His offspring are known for their minds, athleticism, natural born speed, stride, and personality.
Nike carries every bit of that potential.
But pedigree is only part of the story.
==A HORSE THAT HASN'T BEEN PASSED AROUND==
Nike has been with the same owner since he was two years old.
* He hasn't been passed from trainer to trainer.
* He hasn't had his wheels hauled off chasing futurity checks.
* He hasn't been rushed.
* He hasn't been overused.
Instead, he's been given something that's becoming increasingly rare...
Time.
Time to mature.
Time to learn.
Time to become a horse that's enjoyable to own every single day.
==A FOUNDATION MONEY CAN'T BUY==
Nike's education has been intentional from the very beginning.
* Foundation training by 22-Time World Champion Robert Chown
* Professional team roping training by Clay Burnham
* Barrel pattern development by Kendra Dickson, 5X Texas Circuit Finals Qualifier and WPRA Gold Card Member
Last summer, Nike joined our Stall High training program to demonstrate something I've wanted the barrel racing industry to see for years.
Instead of teaching horses to rely on our hands to check, lift, or finish every turn...We teach horses to understand the pattern for themselves.
The result is a horse that becomes balanced, confident, and independent instead of hand-dependent.
Nike has been an incredible student.
At less than 30 days on the barrel pattern, he was already demonstrating the kind of understanding many horses never develop.
==THE FIRST OF HIS KIND==
Nike is the **first barrel horse in history** offered with his own step-by-step riding manual.
Not a highlight reel.
Not a collection of his best runs.
A documentary of every step, with real-time instruction you can follow with ease.
You'll see every ride around the barrels.
Every lesson.
Every progression.
Every decision.
So when Nike comes home, you'll know exactly how he was trained and exactly how to continue building on the foundation that's already been laid.
There simply isn't another horse being offered like this.
==MORE THAN A BARREL HORSE==
One of the things I appreciate most about Nike is how enjoyable he is **after** the ride.
If you've never owned a barrel horse that you could trail ride during the week...
Run the barrel pattern...
Then immediately watch them lower their head, lick, chew, yawn, blink, and relax because they had just as much fun as you did...
You're missing out.
**Nike gives barrel horses a great name.**
He's not hot.
He's not high maintenance.
He's not looking for something to spook at.
He's happy to swim at Lake Ray Roberts.
Happy to ride through the streets of Pilot Point, Texas.
Happy to explore somewhere new.
Happy to spend the day with you.
He's funny.
He's sweet.
He's kind.
He's calm.
He gets along with mares, geldings, and stallions.
He loads easily.
He stands tied.
He's extremely broke.
He's the kind of horse dads smile about when they watch their daughters ride off into the sunset.
And he's the kind of horse that makes you look forward to tomorrow's ride.
==READY FOR YOU TO HAUL==
The hard work has already been done.
The foundation is set.
Nike is ready to begin hauling so you can put the finishing touches on him your way—or continue with the Stall High program using the complete video training that comes with him.
Whether your goal is to pro rodeo, bigger jackpots, or simply owning one of the nicest horses you'll ever swing a leg over...
Nike is quite the catch.
==SIMPLE TO OWN==
Nike requires **no special maintenance**. No specialty shoeing. No complicated supplement program. No fancy feeding routine.
He wears regular shoes and shows up every day ready to work. Last shod **July 3rd**.
What you see in these videos is exactly what you'll find when you meet him.
==INCLUDED WITH NIKE==
Nike is offered with a **custom-fit Bullseye Saddle** and more than **$10,000 worth of coaching and educational support** because I genuinely want his new owner to have every advantage possible.
The Bullseye Saddle is the only barrel saddle we've tested with measurable stride data showing increased stride length and improved balance. The educational program documents every step of Nike's barrel foundation so you'll know exactly how to continue where we've left off.
That said...
Not every buyer needs the same package.
If you already have a saddle you love, your own coaching program, or simply aren't interested in the educational support, let's have that conversation.
We're happy to tailor the offering accordingly.
While we're not interested in straight trades, we will consider partial payment in the form of cattle, quality farm equipment, UTV or a quality young performance prospect that fits our program.
==ONE LAST THOUGHT==
Some horses impress you.
Some horses leave a lasting impression.
Nike is the second kind.
If you're looking for a horse that's been rushed, stressed out, medicated, sedated or passed from one owner to the next...Keep scrolling. But if you've been waiting for a horse with the pedigree, foundation, manners, versatility, and heart to become a lasting partner...
Watch every video.
Then come meet him for yourself.
I'm confident that if you like what you see on your screen...You'll fall head over heels in love with him in person.
Vet checks welcome within a 60 mile radius of Denton, Texas, at buyer's expense. Nike remains on the market during PPE period.
Video of Second barrel -
https://youtube.com/shorts/vd3huFZ-GJI
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