Martin Muehlstaetter: NRHA Professional Excellence in Reining

Martin Muehlstaetter is a distinguished NRHA professional based in Arizona, originally from Austria. He embarked on his reining career as an assistant trainer under the mentorship of NRHA Million Dollar Rider Rudi Kronsteiner in 1999. His training journey expanded through experiences with renowned trainers Bob Avila, Dell Hendricks, and Todd Sommers in Texas.

Early Training and Career Development

Martin's early years were marked by rigorous training and substantial growth. His time with Kronsteiner provided a strong foundation, which he built upon by learning from other top professionals in the reining industry. This diverse experience has honed Martin’s skills, making him a leading figure in the reining world.

Notable Achievements and Awards

Key Accomplishments

2014 NRBC Success: Martin’s significant achievement came at the 2014 National Reining Breeders Classic (NRBC), where he and Blue Collar Tag (Whiz N Tag Chex x Kachina Oak Olena x Smart Chic Olena) scored a 226, clinching the top position in both Levels 4 and 3 Open.
2020 Arizona Reining Horse Association: At the AzRHA Best of the West show, Martin reined Spooks Grand Slam to a top score of 224 in the Level 4 Open Friends of Reining Horse Foundation Open Derby.
Recent Accomplishments: Martin earned 4th place in the Level 4 Open Reining Futurity riding Seven On Seven.

Career Highlights

2011 NRBC L4 Challenge Champion
2012 AQHA World Championship Show Sr Reining 3rd
2014 NRBC Open Classic Champion L4 and L3.
3x Reining By The Bay L4 Open Futurity Champion
2014 AQHA World Championship Show Sr Reining 3rd
2016 Reserve World Champion Sr Reining AQHA World Show
2018 Reserve World Champion Sr. Reining AQHA World Show
2018 Best of The West Futurity Champion L4 and L3
2017 NRBC L4 Challenge Champion
2019 NRBC L4 Challenge Champion
2019 Reining By The Bay L4 Stakes Champion

Current Focus and Sponsorship

Muehlstaetter Performance Horse

Martin Muehlstaetter continues to excel in reining, with a focus on developing top performance horses. His current training and competitive efforts are supported by Excel Supplements, specifically ExcelEQ ProElite, a product he relies on for optimal horse health and performance.