Height: 14.3 hh / 1.50 m
Color genetics: Chestnut Tobiano (aa/ee/nT/nPATN1)
Character:
Flannel is a bold, expressive mare with a strong presence and a spirited mind. On the ground she’s affectionate, soft, and people-oriented, but once under saddle she lights up with energy and flair. This is a mare for riders who like a bit of spice — she’s sensitive, responsive, and forward, but expects clarity and fairness in return. Flannel thrives when her rider shows leadership without dominance.
Conformation:
Compact yet powerful, Flannel has a well-developed front, strong hindquarters, and thick, luxurious feathering. Her deep chest and muscular frame are paired with a beautiful tobiano coat and striking white patterning. She’s a solid mare with expressive features and unmistakable charisma.
Movement:
She’s built to move — and she knows it. Flannel offers a big, ground-covering walk, a trot full of push and suspension, and an uphill, lifted canter. Her presence in motion makes her stand out in any arena, show, or trail ride. Her movement is not just pretty — it’s powerful and athletic.
Macklemore
Bloodlines: Murphy x Sir Camelot
Height: 1.68 m
Color genetics: Black (EE/aa)
Performance:
Macklemore is praised for his powerful, elastic movement — regularly scoring 8s and 9s from judges.
Character:
Gentle, kind-hearted, and incredibly cooperative. Macklemore is a true gentleman under saddle, always eager to please and willing to work.
Conformation:
Elegant build with a long neck, strong hindquarters, and impressive presence. He combines traditional Gypsy looks with modern sportiness.
Why The Match With Macklemore?
Contrast and Balance
Flannel’s compact, muscled frame and expressive, fiery energy pair beautifully with Macklemore’s taller, elastic, and cooperative nature. Where she brings power and sharpness, he contributes softness, balance, and steadiness — creating foals that offer both responsiveness and reliability. Both are intelligent and people-oriented, which promises a foal that is clever, sensitive, and highly trainable — ideal for riders who seek connection and character.
Hair, Color & Presence
Both parents have abundant feather, but Flannel stands out with her extreme hair — thick mane, full tail, and heavy feathering. The foal is expected to inherit this impressive trait, combined with eye-catching black-based coloring and a chance of Tobiano or PATN1 expression. Visually striking and traditionally built, this foal will turn heads in any setting.
Expected Height & Type
With Flannel standing at 1.50 m and Macklemore at 1.68 m, the foal is likely to reach 1.55 to 1.60 m (15.1–15.3 hh). The resulting type will be sporty and compact, yet tall and strong enough for a wide range of disciplines — from showing to trail to liberty work. A powerful mover, yet refined and rideable.
Expected Foal Type Flannel x Macklemore:
Build and Use
Type: Compact, sporty, and powerful
Use: Suitable for sport, showing, trail riding, or liberty work
Build: Strong front, muscular hindquarters, with an athletic and balanced frame
Movement: Ground-covering walk, powerful and suspended trot, uphill canter with lift
Character and Temperament
Bold, intelligent, and affectionate — a foal with a lively spirit balanced by cooperation and sensitivity. Responsive and focused, ideal for riders who want an expressive partner with character and drive. Flannel passes on an abundance of feathering, thick mane, and socks, which the foal is expected to inherit, creating a striking presence.
Expected colors
- 50% Solid Black
- ▸ 25% = Ee/aa
- ▸ 25% = Ee/aa/nPATN1
- 50% Black Tobiano
- ▸ 25% = Ee/aa/nT
- ▸ 25% = Ee/aa/nT/nPATN1
What does this mean?
Some foals will be plain black, some will be black&white (Tobiano).
Half of all foals will carry the PATN1 gene, which can influence patterns in future generations, but doesn’t change the foal’s color visibly now.