Tie-Down Practice Sessions
The "Tie-Down Practice Sessions" video playlist on Roping.com showcases top calf ropers like Shad Mayfield and Caleb Smidt as they refine their skills in practice settings. Each session emphasizes crucial techniques, including calf handling, horse management, and performance adjustments. This series is invaluable for ropers looking to build effective practice routines and enhance their tie-down roping abilities. Don't miss out on the insights that can lead to success in the arena.
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Calf Practice with Shad Mayfield
Shad Mayfield shares his practice routine for running down the rope, flanking, and tying a live calf in the pen. Learn the easiest way to flank a calf, regardless of your size, as Shad demonstrates the entire process.
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Caleb Smidt Makes Practice Runs
Get an inside look on 2022 World Champion Caleb Smidt's practice time, including what he looks for in his horses as he works. He talks through adjusting his jerk line to get the most out of his practice horse, Old Yeller, and give his reasoning on whipping a horse down the arena.
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Practice Session - Green Calf Horse
Justin Maass talks through his own practice on a green horse with fast cattle, highlighting what the horse was doing right and what it still needed to improve on. He talks about how to manage little mistakes during a run and how important it is to keep moving.
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Full Practice Session on 4-Year-Old Bet Hesa Cat Gelding
Watch a full practice session with Logan Harkey on Bet Hesa Cat gelding.
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Practice Session - Strong Calf Horse
Justin Maass commentates a practice session with a strong horse, discussing how the rider scored, go
