As an equestrian explorer, what he needs is a weight-carrying gelding, with an air of calm authority, one who is capable of standing firm through any number of challenges. CuChullaine had hoped to purchase such a horse from the Boston police force. While that animal was not available, a former police horse might be ideal as we will be holding regular visits with school children, scientists, diplomats and equestrian leaders throughout the journey.

The World Ride horse must be at least six years old with legs like iron and hooves made from steel. While strength is important, the ability to remain calm in traffic is vital. We would prefer him to be black, yet regardless of the colour, he must be a emotional rock, strong, dependable and brave.  He must be at least 16 hands high.

Such a horse should be a baroque, or heavy type, animal, instead of the lighter type often preferred in sporting events.

Given the fact that this gelding will accompany me through Europe, the resultant publicity to that horse, his breeder, and the entire breed, is something which must be considered with great care, as along with Count Pompeii, this animal will face more challenges than ever seen by any other Road Horse in history.