Locked In with Wesley Thorp
4 Episodes
World Champion Heeler Wesley Thorp opens the gate to his program in Locked In, a no-nonsense series focused on building consistent, confident heel horses from the ground up. Whether he’s tuning up a finished horse, evaluating a new one, or bringing along a colt he started himself, Thorp shares his real-time decisions in the saddle—breaking down timing, positioning, collection, and pressure without overcomplication. From dummy work and foundational drills to jackpot prep and high-level loop mechanics, every session is packed with practical insight for ropers at any stage. With guest appearances from Ryan Motes, Locked In also delivers raw conversations on the mental and technical edge it takes to heel at the highest level.
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Building a Rope Horse: Day Back on a 4-Year-Old After Time Off
Episode 1
Wesley Thorp puts a 4-year-old gelding back to work after a break from live steers. This is a young horse he’s had since two, started himself, and carefully brought along. Today, the goal is to reintroduce pressure, score a few, rope some slow and medium steers, and see where the horse stands men...
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Wesley Thorp: Tuning Up a Heel Horse After Time Off
Episode 2
Three-time World Champion Heeler Wesley Thorp shares a detailed, no-frills session bringing a 10-year-old mare back into form after time off. This video shows how he builds a horse’s confidence, balance, and timing from the back end—focusing on collection through the corner, holding position, and...
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Wesley Thorp: Keeping a Finished Heel Horse Sharp and Tuned
Episode 3
In this video, Three-time World Champion Heeler Wesley Thorp works a seasoned 9-year-old gelding that’s seen plenty of runs—from amateur rodeos to World Series jackpots. This horse is solid, but after a few days off, it’s time to knock the rust off and get him sharp before the next jackpot.
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10:34Episode 4Wesley Thorp Trying a New Heel Horse
Episode 4
Wesley Thorp is giving a new heel horse a shot — a 12-year-old gelding with solid breeding, a gentle mind, and a few good years of jackpot wins behind him. It’s day one, and Thorp’s approach is simple: don’t assume anything, and let the horse show what he's got.
This session is all about evaluat...
