Jake Barnes

Jake Barnes Heeling

Jake Barnes was inducted into the ProRodeo Hall of Fame in 1997 and has earned his reputation through over 40 years of remarkable roping success and distinguished achievements. He’s a three-time WNFR Average Champion—holding the 10-head record that still standings—a 12-time Ram National Circuit Finals Qualifier and a four-time RNCRF Champion.

Jake Barnes is known for his never-say-die attitude that led him to become the most determined roper in the PRCA, wearing out roping dummy after roping dummy in the pursuit of perfection.

World Championships

Team Roping: 1985, 1986, 1987, 1988, 1989, 1992, 1994

National Finals Rodeo Average Champion

Team Roping: 1985, 1994, 2007

RAM Circuit Finals Rodeo Champion

Team Roping: 1987, 1989, 1995, 1996

Jake Barnes Loop Size Team Roping Journal
Finding the Perfect Loop-Size Fit
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The Reaching Revolution
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The Score: How to Handle First Steer Nerves with Jake Barnes
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Both Hands Matter to Every Team Roper
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The Header's Swing
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What’s Your Reason for Roping?
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Head Horse Build
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Handling Steers & Helping Your Heeler
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The Master and The Kid Make Some Noise at La Fiesta in Tucson
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Calling All Roping Rookies: Friendly Advice from Jake Barnes