Rodeo

Bull-riding may be the most renowned rodeo event, and it even has its own specialized professional tour, the Professional Bull Riders tour. But the sport depends on the aptness of one animal to...

Professional bull riding is not a popular sport in many areas of the United States. People in many states in the South and West, however, thoroughly enjoy the sport. Bull riding has a very long...

In a sport like bull riding, where seconds divide success from failure, no facet of preparation can be overlooked. A proper hand wrap can mean the difference between an early dismount and a...

The Calgary Stampede is a combination rodeo and outdoor festival held annually each July in Calgary, Alberta. This Canadian tradition dates back to the late 1800s and is attended by as many as a...

The Calgary Stampede is an annual wild west gathering that is about 86 years old in 2009. It brings over one million rodeo fans to Canada each year. The rodeo competitions are known and recognized...

The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo is the largest rodeo and livestock show in the world. It's commonly referred to as Rodeo Houston, and attendance averages nearly 2 million per year. The event...

It's never too early to begin thinking about next year's Wrangler National Finals Rodeo. If you have never been to the NFR, you really should consider it; it's one of the best produced rodeos in...

Barrel racing, calf roping and bull riding could not be possible without a place to do it in. Enter the rodeo arena. Although cowboys, cowgirls and ranchers have been on the decline, there remains...

Bull riding is a fast paced world full of competition. What else could you expect form an 8 second sport? A bucking barrel like the one here can make sure you "stay in the money" and not...

Of all the events in rodeo, steer wrestling is the fastest. An average wrestling match lasts only a few seconds, but in that time you may see the most exciting action on the dirt all night. The...

Bull riding is the most dangerous and probably the most popular rodeo event. If you're getting started in competitive bull riding, you may be looking for events to enter. Once you complete the...

Bareback riding, steer wrestling, team, saddle bronc riding, calf roping and bull riding are main components in a rodeo. The sport is governed by two major organizations; Professional Rodeo...

Many people have attempted to make lassos and use lassos but were often discouraged easily due to lack of proper equipment or lack of knowledge. Learning to cast a lasso (lariat) is no easy task...

Bull riding is the most famous rodeo event, but is also the toughest. Bull riding is dangerous but thrilling and attracts many new competitors each year. Learn how to ride a bull by reading the...

Though once a ranch chore, calf roping or tie-down roping, is now a competitive and popular rodeo event. If you've practiced and refined your roping technique, you're ready to find and enter a...

Goat tying is a rodeo event using great timing, skill and speed. Almost anyone can learn how to goat tie with enough practice. The rider runs the horse down the arena to a spot where the goat is...

Choosing the right barrel saddle can be crucial to you and your horse's performance in the arena. A saddle that doesn't fit correctly can cause problems for both horse and rider. You also want...

Running poles, or pole bending, is an exciting but difficult rodeo event. Learning how to run poles is harder than learning how to barrel race. The pole pattern consists of six pvc poles in a...

Choosing a barrel racing bit is a very important decision. The right bit can help your horse reach his potential, while the wrong bit can hamper even his natural talent. Learn how to choose a...

Calf tying is a rodeo event usually designated for younger participants. It involves the skills of dismounting quickly, catching a calf without roping it and tying its legs securely enough to stay...

Lariat ropes are handy little tools that cowboys use to catch animals and other things, mostly in the rodeo these days. Not just any old rope will do. Here's how to pick a rope for your rodeo event.

The National Little Britches Rodeo Association is the standard bearer of junior rodeo in the United States. Each year some 2,000 kids from 24 states compete in more than 275 Little Britches...

Rodeo is not a glamorous sport. Well known for its hard lifestyle and high rate of injuries, it does manage to share one trait with other sports--the groupie. Buckle bunnies are cowboy groupies...

Rodeo is an old sport started in the United States as a competition between cowboys competing in events that originated from work on the ranch. Modern rodeos are very exciting, with both cowboys...

When it comes to thrill and excitement, there is nothing quite like the rodeo. Gay rodeo is a serious event and includes all the regular attractions of a traditional rodeo, including bull and...

Gay rodeo first emerged in the mid-1970s as a fundraising idea on the west coast. Since then, gay rodeo has emerged as a popular event throughout much of the Midwest and West. Though gay rodeo...

Steer roping is a rodeo event that pits a rodeo cowboy on a horse against a steer in the arena. The rodeo contestant who lassos the steer by the horns and then ties up the steer with his rope in...

An untrained horse is called "green", and may also be referred to as a bronco. Broncos are not used to being ridden, so people with special skills are used to ride them until they are docile. Now,...

Sport rodeo evolved from the common duties and chores of old-time cowboys working cattle ranches in the West. Now, rodeos combine several stand-alone events such as calf roping, bull riding,...

When you buy rodeo boots, you need to keep several things in mind. You need boots that will be safe while you compete in the rodeo event of your choice. As with all shoes, you will also need to be...

Calf ropers are rodeo contestants who compete to see who can lasso a calf and tie it up in the least amount of time. The calves are released into the arena, and the contestant, on horseback, tries...

A rodeo cowboy depends on the gear he uses. You should buy quality rodeo gear to ensure your safety and to help you get the best rodeo results in your event. Before you get specialized gear, be...

How you buy rodeo tickets depends on what type of rodeo you want to attend. Large rodeos that feature professional rodeo cowboys and cowgirls often offer tickets online. Smaller local rodeos...

Rodeo belt buckles do a lot more than keep your pants up. They can show off your allegiance to a particular rodeo event or contestant. Rodeo belt buckles are also often given as prizes to the top...

Professional bull riding is one of the most dangerous occupations in America. To become a professional bull rider, you will need to practice bull riding, purchase good equipment and become a...

Rodeos used to be found only in rural areas, but now you can find a rodeo to attend in virtually every large city in America. In some areas, rodeo is even a high school sport, so you can visit...

Chaps are pants-like coverings that are worn over pants to protect a rider's legs from chafing and from being scratched by trail hazards. Rodeo chaps are worn to keep the legs safe from rubbing...

The image of a cowboy throwing a lariat around a steer is a common visual of the Old West. Those cowboys make it look so easy. In reality, it takes a lot of practice to make sure the lariat hits...

Bareback bronco riding is one of rodeo's most physically demanding sports. Not only do bareback riders have to control a wild bucking bronco, they must hang on with one hand while concentrating on...

Calf roping is a rodeo event that requires much skill on the part of the rider and the horse. The calf roping event was developed from working on ranches and bringing in sick calves. If you want...

Team roping is one of the most exciting competitions at a rodeo. The event features two riders and two horses, both roping one calf. One rider ropes the calf's head and the other rider ropes the...

Steer wrestling, also known as "bulldogging," is a popular rodeo sport involving two horses, two riders and a steer. Steer wrestling has been a rodeo staple since the early 1900s. If you want to...

Barrel racing is an exciting sport in rodeo and gaining popularity each season. Competition among barrel racers can be fierce in a professional rodeo, but almost anyone can become a barrel racer...

Rodeos are more than just some cowboys riding around roping cows or riding bulls. Rodeos have become great spectator shows with flashy horses, tack and attire worn by cowboys and cowgirls. Your...

One of the most popular events in Texas is the annual Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo. More than two million people typically visit this three-week long festival each year. If you are in the...