Kim B. Crouch & Maui Zaui @ RedBluff Round Up 2024
@ryanajae surprised me with these photos of Maui Zaui and I @redbluffroundup 2024! This mare is amazing! I am so proud of her! Anything that I want to do, she wants to do it with me! Maui Zaui has so much heart! I am so blessed to have such a gentle giant like her! Love my @sundialshowclothing use code: Mighty10 at check out! Love my @ranch_dressn use code: Maui at check out! #sundialshowclothing #sundialshowclothingambassador #sundialshowclothingbarrelracing #kimbcrouch #kimandherpaints #pintomare #barrelracer #redbluffroundup #racethatpaint #barrelracing #bigmareenergy
Getting to compete at the Red Bluff Round Up 2024 with Maui Zaui was an absolute dream come true. For anyone who's ever wondered what makes a great barrel racing horse, let me tell you about my gentle giant, Maui Zaui. She's not just a horse; she's a partner, and her heart is bigger than any arena we've ever stepped into. People often ask what it's like to ride a mare with so much power and grace. Honestly, it's exhilarating! Maui Zaui has this incredible ability to connect with me, almost like she knows exactly what I'm thinking. When we're out there, rounding the Coors branded barrels at top speed, it feels like we're moving as one. I still get goosebumps thinking about how she leaned into those curves, turning sharply with such precision. You could see the dirt flying, a testament to her powerful movement and explosive push-off from her hind legs. Every time she dug in, kicking up dust, it just fueled my excitement even more. What truly sets Maui Zaui apart is her willingness. I've worked with many horses, but her desire to please and her competitive spirit are unmatched. She loves her job, and you can feel it in every stride. Watching her navigate those turns, intensely focused, is a beautiful thing. It's a combination of raw talent and countless hours of practice, building trust and communication between us. We’ve spent so much time refining our technique, teaching her to anticipate the next barrel, and ensuring she understands my cues. It’s all about creating that seamless flow, especially during those critical moments when you're powering into a turn and then exploding out of it. If you're looking to improve your barrel racing or just admire the sport, finding a horse with Maui Zaui's heart and athletic ability is key. She's proved that with the right partner, anything is possible. I feel incredibly blessed to have her in my life, and I can't wait to see what other adventures we'll embark on together. Every barrel race is a learning experience, but with Maui Zaui, it’s always a journey filled with passion and pride.
