The "Money" Barrel
The "Money Barrel" series on RIDE TV offers expert insights into mastering the first barrel in barrel racing. Featuring top barrel racers like Cheyenne Wimberley, Kelly Yates, and Jordon Briggs, the videos cover various techniques, including correct hand positioning, approaching the first barrel, and preventing horses from getting chargey. The series also includes practical exercises, such as walking the barrel pattern on foot, and emphasizes the importance of balance and correct seat position through each turn. This comprehensive guide helps riders perfect their skills for competitive success.
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Correct vs. Incorrect First Barrel Position
Cheyenne Wimberley demonstrates how steering position with her hands, rate point and correct repetition create a correct first barrel.
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Aprroaching and Rating the First Barrel
A look at different types of tiedowns and the circumstances in which you might consider using one with Kelly Yates.
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Correct Approach to the First Barrel
The importance of a solid, confident approach to the first barrel with Jordon Briggs.
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Walking the First Barrel on Foot
Jane Melby has her students walk the barrel pattern on foot before trying it out on their horses so that they can learn the path they need to take.
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Approaching The First Barrel
Jane Melby goes over the steps of how to approach the first barrel in a barrel pattern.
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Prevent Charginess to the First Barrel
A look at how Cheyenne Wimberley prevents horses from getting chargey in the alley.
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First Barrel Footwork
Cheyenne Wimberley's approach, rate area and footwork to and around the first barrel.
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Perfect Seat Position Through the Turn
Hailey Kinsel breaks down how she stays in position and sits in her saddle through each step of a barrel racing run. She explains ways that she has pulled from English riding and Western riding to find the perfect seat position for her style.
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Approach to the First Barrel and Position in the Turns
NFR qualifier Carley Cervi demonstrates her approach to first barrel and how she allows more room on the backside of the turn and why.
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Tuning: Finding Balance and Rate in the First Barrel
Jordon Briggs coaches clinic attendees on how to perfect their money barrel. Even if the horse is balanced on the second and third barrel, that doesn't necessarily mean he's balanced on the first barrel. Jordon demonstrates how counter-arcing can help balance a horse on the first barrel and help ...
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Teaching the Correct Barrel Turn From Start to Finish
Jordon and Justin set students up at their clinic on their first drill that involves teaching a basic barrel turn in the most correct manner. They discuss various points about collection, feet placement and break down how they want horses to feel the complete way through the turn.