Mastering the Reined Cow Horse Events
Brad Lund shares invaluable insights into steer stopping, covering everything from introducing a horse to the event to the nuances of timing during the maneuver. He meticulously guides viewers through training processes, emphasizing the importance of maintaining focus and control. Lund's coaching sessions with professional roper Dakota Kirchenschlager offer real-world applications, dissecting runs and providing actionable feedback for improvement. From schooling on lead changes to navigating the intricacies of reined cow horse events, Lund's expertise shines through as he offers a comprehensive guide to mastering the discipline.
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Introduction to Steer Stopping
Brad Lund goes over the basics of steer stopping. He talks about introducing a horse to the event for the first time, gives tips on where you should be in the chute, and talks about what you want the end result to look like.
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Preventing Anticipation in the Box
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Timing in Steer Stoping
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Controling Your Horse
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Matching the Speed of the Steer
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Failure is How You Learn
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Adjusting for the Horse and Steer You Have
Brad Lund coaches Dakota through a steer stopping run. He explains the technique Dakota is using and then the two discss being able to adjust your routine based on the horse you have and the steer you get.
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Introduction to Going Down the Fence
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Coaching a Roper Down the Fence
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Staying Relaxed During a Run
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Lead Departures
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Tips for Working a Cow
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Lead Changes
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Training a Horse for the Reined Cow Horse Events
Brad and Dakota talk about the challenges of training a horse to do all three of the reined cow horse events.
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Anticipating Lead Changes
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Switching Leads While Working a Cow
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Brad Lund’s Bit Collection