Stepping up a young horse isn’t about pushing harder—it’s about knowing when to push and when to pause. In this quick-tip video brought to you by Cactus Ropes, Miles Baker explains how to develop speed in a young horse without blowing their foundation and how to avoid common mistakes that create problems down the road.

“Your horse will tell you what they need. And you’ve got to be a good enough horseman to be one step ahead—and realize what they need before it’s too late.”

About Miles Baker:

Roping.com coach Miles Baker builds some of the best horses in the roping industry, ringing a bell at horse sales and winning big at the rope horse futurities. His ranch-raised horsemanship is why the King of the Cowboys, Trevor Brazile, relies on Baker for his in- and out-of-the-arena training help.

About Cactus Ropes:

For more than 25 years, Cactus Ropes has led the industry with high-quality products designed by ropers, for ropers. With input from legends like Trevor Brazile, Cactus blends tradition and innovation to craft the best ropes on the market.