CG Social Team

General Manager Ricky Bolin has announced his retirement from RHE Hatco, makers of Resistol, Stetson, and Charlie1Horse hats, after 34 legendary years.  Ricky will stay on with Hatco as a Resistol Brand Ambassador and Consultant as he moves onto the next chapter of his storied career in January 2024. Prior to his time with Hatco, Ricky...

For barrel racer Emily Beisel, life on the road is both exhilarating and exhausting. The thrill of the rodeo circuit comes with long hours and countless miles on the highway. But for Emily, one silver lining to her whirlwind lifestyle is her Signature Quarters trailer conversion. Having just seen her latest living quarters completed by...

For the first time in NFBR history, fans will have an opportunity to meet the top 15 breakaway ropers in the world, take pictures and get autographs at the South Point Arena in Las Vegas on Dec. 5, 2023. Roping.com, the World Series of Team Roping, and Breakaway Roping Journal will host the only meet-and-greet and...

Watching the runways for the hottest trends of 2024 makes one thing clear: top designers are inspired by classic Western styles and bringing them straight from the ranch to the runway. Iconic elements like fringe, cowboy boots, statement belts, and more are defining high style and are not showing signs of slowing down. Below are...

It’s the most wonderful time of the year – wild rag season! Fringe Scarves elevates the classic cowgirl staple with their unique, one-of-a-kind prints that are sure to keep you warm and fashionable. They’ve also expanded their line into kimonos – perfect for lounging around with a cup of coffee or pair with jeans for...

Alexa Wilcox Professional Title: Head Women’s Rodeo Coach, New Mexico Jr. CollegeAge: 29Home: Lovington, New Mexico Alexa Major Wilcox grew up on a cattle ranch in southeastern Colorado and was actively involved in 4H and FFA throughout her childhood. She found a passion for horses and rodeo early on and continued to pursue that passion, rodeoing in high...

Andrea Thorp Professional Title: Marketing Director, Hippie Cowgirl CoutureAge: 30Home: Bridgeport, Texas “My name is Andrea Thorp. I am a 30 year old Western marketing and media professional hailing originally from the great state of Iowa. My pursuit of a career in the Western industry started at age 18, expanding from rodeo media into a passion for celebrating...

Ashley Starrett Professional Title: Owner, Equine Dentist, Denim DentistryAge: 27Home: Amarillo, Texas “My name is Ashley Starrett, I’m a Doer, a Dentist, and a purveyor of all things Denim. Hence the name of my equine dental business, ‘Denim Dentistry.’ I’m a real-life tooth fairy, but for horses! I’m from the small rural community of Unionville, Missouri where everyone...

Bret Leigh Nance Professional Title: Agricultural Law Attorney/Assistant Attorney General, South Dakota Office of the Attorney GeneralAge: 25Home: Pierre, South Dakota “I grew up on my family’s cattle ranch in the Texas Hill Country as well as spending summers and winters on my family’s cattle ranch in South Dakota. I worked along side many great ranchers before me...