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Tying 101 with Shad Mayfield
Tie-Down Tying
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7m 35s
In this video, world champion tie-down roper, Shad Mayfield, explains the basic methods for tying a calf down in tie-down roping. He breaks down how to use the piggin string correctly, what a "hooey" is, and when to use one wrap versus two. Mayfield also explains the proper way to use your knees to aid in the tie, and how to keep control of the calf in different situations.
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