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:

Rhen Richard Continues 2022 Futurity Supremacy with Royal Crown Zesterra Open Win in Waco

Cowboys N Indians and Richard Nab Royal Crown Open Heeling Win

Richard and SJR Diamond Bond, Rice and First Class Vintage Claim Royal Crown 4-Year-Old Titles

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

Richard and Hankies Version Add ARHFA Sun Circuit Heading Title to Resume

More Smarty Drills:

Clay Tryan’s Right-Hand Circle Smarty Drill

One-on-One with Allen Bach

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