speed

There are few disciplines that are as thrilling as barrel racing. It takes some serious guts to ride a gritty horse around tight turns. This sport requires a high level of physical fitness, precise movements, and a willing horse. Despite the hard work and risks involved, barrel racers are some of the most dedicated cowgirls...

Do you like speed events? You should definitely look into the discipline of pole bending. Similar to barrel racing, this sport requires a rider to go as fast as they can. They must weave through a series of standing poles. It’s a thrilling challenge! What is Pole Bending? In this timed event, there is usually...

Do you have a need for speed? These incredible barrel racing sires are the answer! Their offspring continue to dominate in the discipline. Their speed and ability to turn have made them winners over and over again. Don’t miss these incredible bloodlines! Barrel Racing Sires Check out these leading sires from January 1 to December...

The Quarter Horse is loved by ranchers and rodeo riders for their incredible speed and trainability. These horses are fast! In fact, they got their name from excelling at the 1/4 mile race. What’s makes them so fast? The Speed of Quarter Horses This breed is celebrated for their speed. They have clocked in at...

The sport of barrel racing is fast and wild! It takes an agile horse with powerful hindquarters and a strong work ethic. Some have really risen to the occasion and become champions in the industry. If you’re a fellow barrel racer, then you’re probably familiar with a few of these amazing horses. Top Barrel Racing...

There’s something spectacular about mounted shooting. It’s probably the combination of galloping horses and firing guns. Either way, this discipline requires precision, stamina and strong horsemanship skills. These riders are super impressive! Practice makes perfect for this cowgirl! @bridgetmichele_ participates in CMSA & UMS mounted shooting. And POP goes the balloon! Balloons were injured in...

The debate of English verses western riding has existed for decades. Now, the race is on for the quickest tack up! Which rider will take longer to get their horse ready? If you ride both, then you might have a preference. For some, the time it takes to tack up may be about the same....

Mounted shooting is an exciting sport that is gaining in popularity! Riders navigate their horse through a shooting pattern. In modern events, blank ammunition is used to pop balloons within 20 feet. Depending on the rider’s skill level, they may gallop through the course! This discipline requires both exceptional horsemanship and shooting abilities. It’s so...