Test weight is similar to Eight-Twelve and Boyer. Strider is taller than Eight-Twelve and similar to Sprinter. Strider is resistant to Barley Stripe Rust. This variety has been somewhat variable in yield in southern Idaho but generally is at least at or better than the average of the trial. Test weight, plant height, and date head are similar to Penawawa.
Straw strength tends to be weaker than many other varieties.
Sunstar King hard red spring wheat released by Sunderman Breeding. This variety is resistant to prevalent races of stripe rust and leaf rust. Sunstar King has similar date head to Westbred 936, is slightly taller, and has strong straw strength. Test weight has been better than Westbred 936 and Pinnacle. Yields in southern Idaho have been better than Sunstar II and similar or slightly better than Westbred 936.