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Ruben VanDorp
Mr. Farenheit & The Run for a Million
By Tracy Wager  ·  Bridle & Bit Magazine
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Ruben VanDorp on Mr. Farenheit — Bridle & Bit March 2024
Ruben VanDorp on Mr. Farenheit  ·  Bridle & Bit Magazine · March 2024
Ruben VanDorp is a top NRHA professional with a career built on precision, consistency, and an eye for exceptional horses. His mount Mr. Farenheit — known as "Freddie" — is a son of Magnum Chic Dream out of a Wimpys Little Girl mare, combining two of the industry's most influential bloodlines. Freddie has been shown by several of the sport's elite riders and delivered under pressure every time. As VanDorp prepares to compete at the Cactus Classic in Scottsdale and aim for a Run for a Million qualifier, Bridle & Bit sat down with him to discuss what makes this stallion so special and what the future holds for Freddie's growing offspring crop.
The Cactus Classic
Q You are planning to show Mr. Farenheit at the Cactus Classic this month in Scottsdale. What class will you be showing in and what is your game plan?
A

I will be showing Freddie at the Cactus Classic in the Open Derby, Levels 4 and Level 3, as well as The Run for a Million qualifier.

I plan to arrive there with a fat, sound and happy horse. I'm going to need all that he has to offer, which is more than enough if I don't mess up!

Q Will Mr. Farenheit be available for fans and interested parties to visit at the Cactus Classic?
A

Yes we love for Freddie's fans to be able to come see and visit him in person! Contracts will be available at the show and anyone who signs a contract will receive a breeder's gift bag.

Q How can visits be scheduled?
A

Please schedule a visit and viewing of Mr Farenheit with myself or McCutcheon Reining Horses. You can call 214-243-0447.

What Makes Freddie Special
Q Mr. Farenheit has been shown by several top NRHA riders in his career and done well with every rider. Many horses cannot handle this kind of pressure. What are Mr. Farenheit's qualities in the show pen that make this possible?
A

He goes in and does his job every time he enters the showpen regardless of who is riding him. His extreme talent combined with his mindset and love of his job makes it possible for Freddie to handle whatever is thrown at him. He continues to amaze us with his ability to be trained, to be shown and breed at a very young age. It is a testimony to his all inclusive package that he offers as a stallion.

Q From a young colt to competing in the largest events, what qualities make this horse stand out?
A

We believe Freddie's most appealing qualities is his captivating arena presence, along with the way he carries himself. He has a style that standouts and you immediately know it is Freddie. And his mind and desire to do his job…he never says no and is so willing to please.

Offspring & Bloodlines
Q Tell us about his offspring.
A

Not only does Freddie look like a clone of his incredible sire Magnum Chic Dream, his first foal crop, as well as the current foals of 2024, are exceeding our expectations. They have the same way of moving around and carrying themselves.

With such a strong bottom side in Wimpys Little Girl, the babies have inherited Freddie's beautiful topline, effortless movement and he is putting color on them as well. With all the stallions in our industry that are currently breeding, Mr. Farenheit's exceptional bloodline allows for him to be the perfect outcross on Gunner, Spooks Gotta Whiz, Gunnatrashya and other mares bred by the industry's top stallions.

Q Are any of Mr. Farenheit offspring going to be shown this year?
A

Mr Farenheit's oldest offspring are yearlings in 2024.

Looking Ahead
Q Will Mr. Farenheit be shown at any other events in 2024, like the NRHA Derby, or The Run For The Million in August in Las Vegas at South Point?
A

Tentatively, Freddie will be shown at the NRBC in April, as well as the NRHA Derby. I will be showing Mr Farenheit at the Cactus Classic in hopes to quality for The Run for a Million in August.