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Introducing our first Off n Racing Syndications offering for 2026
Makani (Majestic Son x Hawaiian Hula)
Trainer: Sam Payne — Christchurch 3YO Gelding | Harness5000 EligibleMakani is an exciting young trotter with a serious pedigree and an even brighter future. A ¾ brother to GUS, the 2025 Dominion Handicap Trot winner, Makani is already showing strong family traits at the trials and is shaping as a progressive horse who can climb the grades with time and experience.
Trainer Insight – Sam Payne
“Makani is the star of my stable. He has a beautiful temperament and is a lovely, well-put-together horse. I think in 6–12 months, with more experience under his belt, he can mature into a trotter who will go through the grades.His first start didn’t tell the full story. He got startled in the score-up and made a break, but the sectionals he ran behind them were very smart.While there’s been interest from overseas buyers, this is a horse I believe can fly the flag for my training career, and I’m thrilled to welcome long-term supporter Off n Racing and their members into the ownership to share the journey.”
Off n Racing Perspective – Andrew Fitzgerald
“Off n Racing is about providing affordable ownership that doesn’t break the bank. We’ve always supported rising talent in the industry, whether junior drivers or young trainers building their careers.Sam Payne trained the first winner in Off n Racing colours, Living Glory, back in 2017. He took a risk purchasing Makani at the sales and now has a very smart trotter on his hands.This syndication provides the best of both worlds. Makani remains in Sam’s stable, our members gain access to a ready-to-race horse with no waiting around, and a talented New Zealand-bred trotter continues racing at home.”
Bonus Race Eligibility
Harness5000 Eligible • $60,000 Listed Race • Run annually in December
