Fire & Ice Icelandic Horses

05/01/2026

What a beautiful and fitting day for Arnkatla and Glói to move home—on the International Day of the Icelandic Horse.

They have a brand new barn and pastures to explore and enjoy. First, though, they’ll need to taste the grass, as it may be a bit different from what they’re used to just a few miles away at our farm.

04/22/2026

✈️ Import Flight - ICELAND → USA🇺🇸

The next horse export flight from Keflavík (KEF) to New York (JFK) is officially scheduled for May 20th!

If you’re planning to import your horse to the USA, now’s the time to book your space.
At Export Hestar, we take pride in providing the highest standard of care for every horse we transport. Your horse’s safety and comfort are always our top priority.

As always, feel free to contact us via email at [email protected] Or message us here on social media, we’re happy to answer any questions you may have and book a spot for your horse(s).

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03/03/2026

Equipment 2026 – changes valid from April 1st 2026

From 1 April 2026, the use of the Pelham bit will be prohibited in sports competitions. The Pelham bit has previously been banned in breeding assessments, and this extension to sport follows ongoing welfare evaluations. Among the concerns are repeated observations of lesions and sores associated with the use of this bit. The decision reflects FEIF’s continued commitment to safeguarding the well-being of the horse.
In addition, new rules regarding nosebands will come into effect on the same date. A minimum space of at least 1.5 cm will be required between the noseband and the front of the horse’s nose (nasal midline). Previously, this requirement applied only to Hanoverian/drop nosebands; from 1 April 2026, it will also apply to English and combined nosebands. Consequently, all nosebands must allow a minimum distance of 1.5 cm. This adjustment also brings FEIF regulations in line with the standards of the FEI regarding noseband tightness.
Bit guards are permitted, with one guard allowed on each side. The diameter of the bit guard must not exceed 9 cm at its widest point.
There are no other changes to equipment regulations for 2026.

01/20/2026

Attention USA Icelandic horse community 🇺🇸 and to those who will soon be joining our Icy community ☺️

The next export of horses from Iceland is scheduled for March 15th 🐴✈️

Horses fly direct from KEF to JFK 🇮🇸 ➡️🇺🇸

Pictured above is one of the horses exported through us this fall in her new home in Maine USA

You can always contact us via email [email protected] or here through social our medias - we are happy to answer any questions you may have, and book a spot for your horse/s 🫶🐴✈️

01/17/2026

Remember this one?

Arnkatla was the chosen one during our “behind the scenes horse shopping trip series” this summer. And now here she is all settled into her new home in Maine USA, pictured here with her new owner on one of their first rides together on US soil. The smile says it all 😊

12/09/2025

Current Used / Demo Saddles Available for Sale:

* Eques Forma 17” - $ 2,250.

* Eques Performance 17” – SOLD

* Eques Champion A 17.5” – $2,200.

*Eques Sense 17” - $2,800.

*Eques One 17” - $3,950.

*****SOLD****Ástund Xenophon 17.5” – $3,500.

Regular shipping in the USA is included in the prices.

More pictures are available of each saddle😊

Demos; All of our used / demo saddles are in excellent condition and have only been used a few times on our farm. We also have access to additional models, so if there’s a specific saddle you’ve had your eye on, just let us know!

10/05/2025

During our “behind the scenes horse shopping trip” series Arnkatla has gotten quite a fan group, so here’s a little update. She is still with me “Alicia” in continued training, she moved back to the north with me during the beginning of the school year, now living at a barn close by to school called Neðri-ás, here there is with great facilities for training and spacious stalls and turnouts for the horses.

As I mentioned in previous parts of this series, moving to a new place always requires some adjustment time. But Arnkatla is such a champ and settled in fast.

It is my first time being in this farm, so Arnkatla and I, have been exploring the area together, finding new riding roads, and improving her education in basic dressage movements.

she’s living in luxury. Actually we both are 🤩 here’s a peak into one of our rides out the other day.. yes I was more stressed than the horse to go over that bridge.

Who is more likely to spook going over this bridge..? Place your vote below

09/10/2025

08/19/2025

Svipur has found his person

Svipur is a 10-year-old gelding — the kind of horse everyone adores. He is a wonderful riding partner with a heart of gold and an endless, clear-beated, smooth tölt. Handsome, trustworthy, light on the reins, and lots of experience.

Whether you want to relax on quiet rides or tölting for miles with a smile on your face, Svipur is always up for it — inside, outside, alone, or in a group. He’s happy to go wherever you point him, from leisurely hacks to spirited rides.

He is excellent in all handling situations:
* Great with the farrier and chiropractor
* Calm in cross ties
* Easy to trailer load
* Enjoys baths (especially having his face washed!)
* Stands still while mounting with and without a mounting block, from both sides
He’s also wonderful for ponying and riding ba****ck.

On top of it all, Svipur has even competed in the fun “milk tölt” (the PG-13 version of the beloved beer tölt)

08/13/2025

Buttons says it’s too hot to barn cat.