Bull Riding is the wildest, most dangerous and popular event in rodeo. The risks are obvious, but the adrenaline rush and eight seconds of sheer excitement are why cowboys do it and fans love it.
Bull riding requires balance, flexibility, coordination, and courage. Facing down a two-thousand pound bull and daring to sit on his back requires mental toughness and physical ability.
Bucking, jumping, twisting and turning, and kicking are all part of a bull’s natural instinct. Rodeo bulls do not like the weight of a rider on their back, so naturally, they want to get the cowboy off.
The bull rider must stay on the bull with only the use of one hand during their regulation eight-second ride. If the cowboy touches himself, or the bull with his free hand, he received no score. Riders are judged on their ability to stay on board the angry bull. Spurring can add points to a rider’s score.
A flank strap is used to encourage the bull to buck as hard and as crazy as possible. The strap does not hurt the bull, it simply adds a little bit of pressure. Think of the strap a little like cinching a riding saddle, only the flank has a quick release.
At the end of the ride, bull fighters play an important role in the safety of the cowboy.
Bull Riding is the wildest, most dangerous and popular event in rodeo. The risks are obvious, but the adrenaline rush and eight seconds of sheer excitement are why cowboys do it and fans love it.
The bull rider must stay on the bull with only the use of one hand during their regulation eight-second ride. If the cowboy touches himself, or the bull with his free hand, he received no score. Riders are judged on their ability to stay on board the angry bull. Spurring can add points to a rider’s score.