This Smarty Drill Will Help You Master Top and Bottom Strand Control
Rhen Richard's loop control is exceptional—and in this video presented by Smarty, he demonstrates a fundamental drill anyone can use to help master theirs, too.

Rhen Richard is a master with a loop—no matter his target. In this Smarty drill, Richard explains how he works on his fundamentals to control both his top and bottom strands by not letting go of his rope. Plus, he talks about common ways people miss one horn or the other using the Smarty Sidekick.

More from Rhen Richard:

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Richard and Chics Magic Corona, Davison and CR Deeva Win Royal Crown Maturity

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More Smarty Drills:

Clay Tryan’s Right-Hand Circle Smarty Drill

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