Vagabond De La Pomme

Biography

Vagabond de la Pomme has firmly established himself as one of the most admired show jumping stallions of his generation. Renowned for his exceptional talent, outstanding pedigree, and proven ability to produce top-class sport horses, he continues to influence modern show jumping breeding across Europe and beyond. Bred from one of the world's most successful jumping families, Vagabond combines athleticism, courage, and intelligence with an exceptional willingness to perform. His natural scope, careful technique, and powerful yet adjustable canter made him a formidable competitor on the international stage. Quick across the ground and highly rideable, he excelled in jump-offs where his agility and speed consistently set him apart from the competition. Throughout his international career, Vagabond de la Pomme competed at the very highest level, earning an enviable record in Grand Prix and FEI World Cup competition. His achievements include finishing second at the FEI World Cup Final in Las Vegas in 2015 and eighth at the Gothenburg World Cup Final the following year. He also claimed podium finishes in the prestigious Longines Global Champions Tour Grand Prix events in Paris and Chantilly, while recording victories and placings in Antwerp, Stuttgart, Bordeaux, and Zurich. His consistency at elite level resulted in career prize earnings exceeding €470,000. His exceptional ability is no surprise when considering his pedigree. Vagabond is by the World Champion Vigo d'Arsouilles, one of Belgium's most influential jumping stallions, whose own career included Nations Cup victories and international championship success. The strength of the sire line continues through Nabab de Rêve and the legendary Quidam de Revel, two stallions whose influence on international show jumping breeding is recognised throughout the world. The maternal line is equally distinguished. His dam, Sauterelle de la Pomme, enjoyed an impressive international career before becoming an important broodmare. She descends from the remarkable Narcotique de Muze II, a mare responsible for producing numerous international performers and approved stallions. The family traces back to the legendary Qerly Chin, widely regarded as one of the most influential broodmares in modern sport horse breeding. Generations of Grand Prix horses, championship performers, and elite breeding stallions have emerged from this extraordinary dam line. As a breeding stallion, Vagabond de la Pomme has more than lived up to expectations. He consistently passes on his athleticism, scope, careful technique, elasticity, and outstanding temperament to his offspring. His progeny are recognised for their modern type, powerful movement, natural balance, and exceptional jumping ability, making them highly sought after by breeders and riders alike. His influence is reflected in the success of his offspring, with more than 30 licensed sons standing at stud, including Belgian licensing champion Jackson de Regor. His young horses quickly made their mark on the international circuit, while many of his oldest progeny are now competing successfully at the highest levels of show jumping, including 1.60m Grand Prix competition. Among them is the approved stallion Jenson van't Meulenhof, further demonstrating Vagabond's ability to produce horses capable of excelling at the very top of the sport. Today, Vagabond