
Once out of the chute, the cowboy dismounts while catching the bull’s horns. He must then bring the steer down on its side with the head and 4 legs pointing in the same direction;
Event description:
- Steer get a head start out of the chute;
- If the cowboy or his mount leave the chute early and break the fence, a 10-second penalty is added to their time;
- Once out of the chute, the cowboy dismounts while catching the bull’s horns;
- He must then bring the steer down on its side as quickly as possible, with the head and 4 legs pointing in the same direction;
- Time stops when the animal is in the right position.
Additional information:
- Contestants must own or lease their horse;
- Best time wins;
- Steer weighs in average 240 Kg (500 lbs.);
- The wrestler is assisted by a hazer, who guides the steer in a straight line;
- Stem races (Corriente or Longhorn) are more resistant that traditional farm cattle.