Offspring 1980 (foals)
The stallion Pion comes from very interesting bloodlines and was very successful in passing on a number of important riding horse characteristics in full strength.
This was very clear in the foals that were shown because for a great part they were out of mares that were insufficient riding type themselves. The stallion clearly has a positive influence, both in regards to conformation and movement. The movement of this group of foals was very convincing. It was very noteworthy that there was almost no difference between the foals that were picked by the studbook and those that were selected by the stallion owner. The foals were almost all sufficiently developed. They had refinement, hardness and nobility and the legs were lean. A correct head completed the picture. One criticism that could be made is that the foals could be built a little more forward. Several examples could have more depth. The neck is a little vertical, which gives the foals stature and made for a happy presentation. There are a few foals with a neck that lack muscling. The foreleg was sometimes even on the delicate side, while the stance was sometimes a bit straight. The good length of the croup and placement of the shoulder was very important. Several foals had an overbite. This could disappear as the foals grow. The walk was sufficiently good, though some foals could push more from behind. The trot was presented with a lot of suppleness, scope and a good suspension.
The foals out of moderately moving mares also had excellent movement.
Shown: 16 foals out of 69 breedings.
1986
Pion was approved for a first three year term.
1989
Pion was again approved for a term of three years.
1995
Pion was again approved for a term of three years.