Finishing the run strong is crucial in every scenario, whether that is rodeoing, jackpotting or showing one. In this video tip, brought to you by Genuine Billy Cook Saddles, Tate Kirchenschlager shows how he starts his horses facing and shares his tricks to keep the end of the run as simple as possible.
“When I’m starting this horse facing, I’m not doing to make a big deal; I just want him to follow his nose and open his hip up using my right leg and follow his nose on around.”
About Tate Kirchenschlager
Roping.com coach Tate Kirchenschlager has made a name for himself in the roping community as a trainer’s trainer, with numerous accolades to his name. He’s the 2021 American Rope Horse Futurity Association Champion Header as well as the trainer of the 2019 AQHA/PRCA Head Horse of the Year. He made the Wrangler National Finals Rodeo in 2019 and since then, he’s been laser-focused on making user-friendly horses for ropers of every level.
About Genuine Billy Cook Saddles
For more than 70 years, Genuine Billy Cook Saddles have reflected the craftsmanship and values of the American West. Handmade with purpose, the saddles and tack are built to perform, whether on the ranch or in the arena at the highest levels of competition. With an emphasis on fit, function and timeless design, Genuine Billy Cook saddles continue to serve those for whom horsemanship is a way of life.
