Inside a Practice Session: Miles Baker on a 4-Year-Old by Valiant Hero
Developing Rope Horse Prospects with Miles Baker & Ty Benson
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In this practice session, Miles Baker rides a talented 4-year-old mare by Valiant Hero, highlighting the traits that have made her one of his favorites in the program. From her strong speed index to her natural responsiveness to cattle, Baker walks through what separates this mare from the rest.
As he makes several contact runs, Miles explains what he’s feeling in real time—how she handles pressure, how she rates cattle, and where she’s progressing in her training. He also discusses the importance of keeping a young rope horse tuned up without overdoing it, focusing on timing, position, and feel.
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