There are four blades to the swing, just as there are blades on a propeller. The blades are the tip, and the motor in the middle is your arm, doing the same motions quickly, but the blades take longer to come around. You have to have speed and strength in your arm and shoulder, just like a motor, to add the momentum to the blades.
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Breakaway Roper's Delivery
The delivery is just a continuation of your swing. This means that your body should be in an athletic position and you should deliver from the top of your swing. Lari Dee Guy shares these and other thoughts on the delivery.
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Breakaway Roper's Grip
The way a breakaway roper holds her rope affects her ability to control her tip and add power to her swing. Eight-time Women’s Professional Rodeo Association World Champion Lari Dee Guy explains the way a breakaway roper needs to hold her rope to maximize success.
