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Pecos Enterprise

Location

Pecos, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jul 01, 1970

Page

12

Rodeo Cowboys Association Guides a Growing Sport

The Rodeo Cowboys Association, founded in 1936 and now with over 3,000 dues-paying members, oversees professional rodeo across the United States and Canada. It reports more than 530 approved rodeos annually and prize money surpassing $3 million yearly, with a 14-member executive board and annual meetings in Denver to coordinate rules, contracts, and television coverage.

Rodeo Cowboys Association Association United States Canada Rodeo Committee Denver Rodeonformation Foundation National Finals Rodeo Commission

Bull Riding Described as Most Dangerous Rodeo Event

The text notes bull riding as the toughest rodeo event with high injury rates. It mentions Brahma bulls introduced around 1921, weighing over 1,500 pounds, known for savage bucking and aggression that endangers riders in the arena and chute.

Saddle Bronco Riding Rules and Equipment Overview

A historical note details saddle bronc riding rules and gear. It covers equipment like uniform saddles, a six foot Manila rein, short shanked spurs, and chaps, and explains scoring, timing, and common riding techniques as well as disqualifications for infractions during the eight to ten second ride. It also contrasts bull riding with bronc riding and notes lack of pickup men for bulls.

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