Another event taken from the life on the range of the working cowboy, calf roping has developed from the chore of securely tying a full-grown cow or steer needing medical attention or branding.
In tie-down roping, the calf is given a 30-foot head start before being chased by horse and rider. The calf is caught around the neck.
After making the catch, the calf roper leaps from his horse, catches the calf, layes it on its side and makes two or three wraps and a half hitch with another short rope, known as a "pigging string." While the calf is lying on its side and the rope is taut, the rider remounts.
The calf must remain tied for six seconds after the tie is complete, otherwise the contestant is disqualified.
Another event taken from the life on the range of the working cowboy, calf roping has developed from the chore of securely tying a full-grown cow or steer needing medical attention or branding.
The calf must remain tied for six seconds after the tie is complete, otherwise the contestant is disqualified.