The Business of Horses with Solo Select

Freddy Carmona and Butch Wise, two of the bloodstock agents behind Solo Select Racing's yearling program, sit down to walk through this year's 51-horse consignment for the Ruidoso Select Yearling Sale.
The depth runs deep. Full or half siblings to five individual champions. Ten out of grade one winners. One half to an All American Futurity winner, six more to All American finalists. Four are related to 56 individual stakes horses between them, and more than half the consignment comes out of stakes-producing mares.
Carmona and Wise also cover what Solo Select Racing's fitting program does before a horse ever sees the ring, and why the walking videos on the consignment are worth a look before sale day.
413 yearlings total sell across two sessions, Sept. 4-5 at 2 p.m., every one eligible for the 2027 Triple Crown Futurities at Ruidoso. Last year's sale grossed $26.8 million and averaged $70,000 a yearling.
See all 51 Solo Select Racing consignments at https://www.soloselecthorses.com/ruidoso-sale-horses

Melanie Smith interviews Dr. James Latimer (Hubbard Feeds) about feeding and growing equine athletes, with a focus on forage-first strategies and practical, biology-based nutrition.Key topics include hay testing, ration balancers and minerals, gestation and lactation needs, weaning and growth feeding rates, starch/sugar balance for performance, and managing metabolic horses.The episode emphasizes individualized plans, one-on-one consultations with Hubbard’s nutrition team, and upcoming in-person opportunities at Solo Select’s open house.

El agente y cofundador de Fastrack, Freddy Carmona, se sienta a conversar con Emmanuel Villareal, una figura muy influyente en la compraventa de caballos de carreras Cuarto de Milla y propietario, junto a su esposa, de Rooster QH Sale.
Juntos analizan el estado actual del mercado, comparten los consejos de Emmanuel sobre cómo elegir el caballo ideal para cada perfil de cliente y repasan sus múltiples experiencias como comprador asiduo en las subastas de Fastrack.
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Proxima venta de Fastrack es el 16 de Agosto, exclusivamente ONLINE.
𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗰𝘁 𝘂𝘀:
Fastrack Office: (940) 371-7272
Butch Wise: (405) 640-2234
𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝗦𝗣𝗔𝗡𝗜𝗦𝗛 - Freddy Carmona: (214) 687-2528 #yourhomeforSPEED

Fastrack is proud to announce major, seller-friendly updates to our consignment structure. Changes include a reduced consignment fee of $500, a lowered commission rate of 5%, and a new option to bypass upfront fees completely by submitting registration papers and signed transfers at the time of entry.
In this episode, Fastrack co-founders Butch Wise and Freddy Carmona discuss these exciting new rules, evaluate the current state of the Quarter Horse racing market, and address the industry's primary challenges.
Reminder: next sale Aug 16, consignment deadline July 20.

The exact same day the LBR Hangem Syndicate was announced, every single available share was officially spoken for. The momentum behind him is massive.
A lot of people hear "syndication" but don't actually know what it entails. In this short episode of The Business of Horses, we break down the tangible benefits for the listeners.
Melanie Smith and Don Ham discussed other matters:
-LBR Hangem will still be standing to the public. Based on how fast the syndicate sold out, public breeding contracts are expected to go incredibly fast. Here is the link to the WAITLIST: https://bit.ly/LBR-Hangem-2027-Waitlist Do not wait. Put your name on the waitlist right now to ensure you get all the information on exactly when and how the breeding contracts will be released.
-Email Melanie Smith if you want to be considered for a share in the syndicate: mel@soloselect.com
-Follow LBR on social media -Come watch him at Summer Spec on 7/10: first out in the 5th set of the Open Classic.
-The Solo Select Owners Club -Discover an entirely new, seamless way to manage your Solo Select contracts for the upcoming breeding season. Stay tuned for what’s coming next!
-The Solo Select Open House planned on November 20-21, 2026

At 13 years old, Trystan Crow has already earned more than $360,000 in the cutting pen. But this episode isn't really about the money. It's about the people behind it, the lessons learned along the way, and what it takes to raise a young horseman with both talent and work ethic. Trystan Crow, Mary Crow, and Don Ham join us for a conversation every young cutter and every horse parent needs to hear.

Join host Melanie Smith as she sits down with seasoned fitters Dustin Price and Evan Moffitt to take you behind the scenes of Solo Select’s premier full-service fitting programs.
Whether prepping elite racing Quarter Horses or top-tier western performance horses, Dustin and Evan break down the exact science and daily dedication required to maximize a horse's sale value.
-Discover Dustin and Evan's backgrounds, how they climbed the ranks in the industry, and the mentors and lifelines that helped them along the way.
-Explore the specific differences between conditioning and prepping a racehorse versus a performance or rope horse.
-The "NASCAR Crew" Advantage: Learn how Solo Select's large-scale systems allow the team to operate like a high-speed pit crew. By having a structured program in place, fitters can hyper-focus strictly on doing their jobs and working their horses.
-The Power of Foot Traffic: Understand why being part of a massive program makes a huge difference in drawing buyer foot traffic and getting eyes on your horses.
-Get an inside look at the daily routines that build champions, from the stud barn to round-pen work and dedicated walking regimens.
-Hear why correct conditioning, expert handling, professional marketing, catalog presence, and perfect timing are the ultimate keys to driving up sale value.
Listen and learn how Solo Select's approach ensures every horse reaches its ideal buyer and achieves its peak potential in the sale ring.
This is where high sellers take shape.
Trust Solo Select Full-Service Fitting Programs
soloselecthorses.com/sale-fitting
More info:
Western Performance Fitting Program
Evan Moffitt: 817-773-4253
Ty Smith: 405-317-9363
 
Solo Racing Fitting Program
Matt Witman: 405-613-0047
Butch Wise: 405-640-2234

Entrevista en Español -
Hoy, el agente de Fastrack, Freddy Carmona, conversó con Miguel Vargas y Christopher Villatoros, dueños de Fall Classic, ganador del Heritage Place Futurity G1 de $1,158,940 en Remington Park el sábado 30 de mayo de 2026.
En esta entrevista platican sobre su gran victoria y también comparten lo que piensan sobre las subastas de Fastrack. Respondieron a preguntas como:
¿Qué ventajas tiene una subasta completamente en línea?
¿Qué tan transparentes son los perfiles de cada caballo?
¿Por qué las ventas en línea son parte del futuro del mercado de los caballos Cuarto de Milla de carreras?
¿Cuál es la ventaja de poder comprar y vender durante todo el año, sin tener que esperar a las subastas tradicionales?
Si todavía tienes dudas sobre utilizar la plataforma de Fastrack para comprar caballos, ¡esta es una excelente plática para entenderla mejor y animarte a participar!
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Fastrack Office: (940) 371-7272Butch Wise: (405) 640-2234SPANISH - Freddy Carmona: (214) 687-2528
#yourhomeforSPEED

In this episode, Melanie Smith sits down with Australian agent Tish Healey to dive into the intricacies of international breeding, breaking down the logistics and regulations involved in exporting semen from the Solo Select stallion roster to Australia.
They explore the rapidly expanding Australian Western performance horse market, discussing the massive growth in cutting, campdrafting, and roping, alongside the rising use of ICSI. Melanie and Tish also highlight how Solo Select’s world-class stallions and promotional efforts are actively bridging the gap to support breeders on both sides of the globe.
Plus, you won't want to miss some major announcements! The pair discusses Solo Select stepping up as the main sponsor for the upcoming 2026 Australian Open Cutting Futurity, and they reveal the details of a very special, exclusive sale offering incredible deals designed specifically for Australian breeders.
Tune in to learn what it takes to navigate the global breeding industry and hear how the Western performance market is thriving down under!

¿Quieres saber más sobre Fastrack, la nueva plataforma 100% en línea para comprar y vender caballos Cuarto de Milla de carreras? Freddy Carmona, Bloodstock Agent y Fastrack Agent, recibe a Sammy Mendoza de invitado para platicar sobre su experiencia comprando un caballo en la plataforma durante la venta del 11 de abril de 2026.
• ¿Qué le gustó a Sammy y qué no le gustó?
• ¿Cómo fue el proceso de compra paso a paso?
• ¿Qué ventajas tiene una subasta completamente en línea?
La próxima venta de Fastrack es el 14 de junio de 2026.
Fecha límite de inscripciones (Consignment deadline): 31 de mayo.
#yourhomeforSPEED