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The 2023 Team Roping Journal Breeder’s Guide

The rope horse industry has grown by leaps and bounds in the last five years, and we’re entering a new era of the business with the growth of stallion incentives and their partnerships with major roping associations. The rope horse revolution is here.

Rope Horses

Thanks, Frank!

Jake Orman is ready for first-time NFR battle on his signature gray.

Coleman Proctor

Rope Horses

Coleman Proctor’s Admiral Sent Back to the Sidelines

After Proctor and Medlin placed on their first steer at Cheyenne, this second run was the one that sent Admiral back to the sidelines.

Head Horse Checklist Trevor Brazile

Team Roping Gear, Horses & Cattle

Trevor Brazile’s Junior Rodeo Head Horse Checklist

Here's Trevor Brazile's checklist for buying a head horse for his son's junior rodeo...

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Head Horse Build

Jake Barnes prioritizes horse performance above all else. But he's learned a thing or two about how conformation can affect performance.

Rope Horses

Why Running-Bred Head Horses WORK

Team Roping Tips

Dialing a Green Head Horse Back Down

After putting high-pressure runs in competition on a young head horse, Trevor Brazile and Miles Baker talk through how they calm that horse back down and bring him back to his fundamentals.

Team Roping Tips

Bits and Tie-Downs on Green Head Horses

How should your bit and tie-down be adjusted on a young head horse? Miles Baker and Trevor Brazile explain.

Team Roping Gear

Does Your Rope Horse Need a Tie-Down?

You want every little advantage when the money’s up. So why not tweak your headgear until it helps your horse perform his absolute best? Here are the pros’ takes on the types of tie-downs they like and why.

Rope Horse Care

Clay Tryan’s #1 Head Horse Rebounds Right on Time

Clay Tryan's No.1 head horse "Johnson" bounces back from deep flexor tendon tear just in time for the 2021 Wrangler NFR.

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