Teaching rate in a head horse is important when heading, but sometimes horses tend to get strong and run by. Walt Woodard teaches headers a walking drill when roping the ground dummy to ensure you have a controlled swing when running to a steer so that if your horse does not rate to the steer, you can still catch.
Up Next in Heading Dummy Drills
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How To Practice Roping Fast On The Dummy
Matt Sherwood explains the proper position for roping the dummy fast, covering body position, swing mechanics, and the fundamentals that lead to quicker, more efficient deliveries.
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Slow Your Horse Down On The Machine
Jake Barnes and Matt Sherwood review their runs on the dummy machine, critiquing their horsemanship, scores, and deliveries while sharing the small adjustments that lead to more consistent catches.
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Understanding the Bottom Strand
The bottom strand is the part of your rope that is responsible for your catches. Clay Smith explains how that part of the rope most effectively catches horns and how to improve bottom strand control.
