The Quicksilver Fall Classic

The 2023 ride was held on Saturday, September 30th.

As luck would have it, we had the first measurable rain of the year on Friday night and into the ride on Saturday morning. It made the weather nice and cool for the horses and riders, but did cause some issues with slippery spots in the trail in a few places in the morning. Some riders had issues with mud balling up in their horses feet. Everyone took it easy in the morning, and the afternoon turned the trail into a perfect, soft, dust free ride. We had sixteen riders start and complete the fun ride. The 25 mile ride had forty six starters and thirty three finishers for a completion rate of 72%. The 50 mile ride had twenty two starters and sixteen finishers for a 73% completion rate. The 25 mile ride was won by Rick Watson, riding QMR Wildfire, with a ride time of 3:39. Best condition went to “Favor the Bold” ridden by Tasha Buker. The 50 mile ride was won by Dennis Tracy, riding Caramija, with a ride time of 7:00. Best Condition was won by “Om El Eshan” ridden by Nina Bomar. Quicksilver club members did well!

Diane Marcel riding Disney 4th place on the 50

Nick Warhol riding Sorsha 6th place on the 50

Lisa Schneider riding Paco 7th place on the 50

Mary Vrendenburg riding Jeconiah 13th place on the 50

Elaine Elbizri riding Bella 7th place on the 25

Lori Oleson riding Legacy Xp 25th place on the 25

Magda Bartilsson riding MB Troy 29th place on the 25

Valorie Reeves riding Great Balls Afire 32nd place on the 25

Click on the buttons below to see the official results for each ride.

about the ride

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The entire ride is held in Harvey Bear Ranch County Park located in the beautiful oak studded rolling hills above Gilroy and San Martin. The Quicksilver Fall Classic is a moderate ride and is a good training for new horses and riders. The terrain consists of good footing with some climbs, dirt roads and some single track. There are beautiful views down to the Santa Clara Valley and down on to Coyote Lake Reservoir. You will likely get a glimpse of our local wildlife, including deer, turkeys, raptors of all types, and even wild pigs!

We are a passionate group of horse people who LOVE spending hours and hours with our equine partners – this very well could be the sport for you, so come join us at our next event – we welcome any questions you may have!