Professional Bull Rider

Professional Bull Rider

RodeoGuy

London, ON

Male, 23

I live my life 8-seconds at a time as an adrenaline junkie that goes event to event, matching up against some of the rankest bulls in the world in an 8-second battle for supremacy.

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Last Answer on April 08, 2014

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When can we watch YOU ride?

Asked by Frank almost 13 years ago

I'm trying to make my way to TV.  Right now you'd have to swing by the North-East at an event.

why aren't there as many girls as boy bull riders?

Asked by isabel almost 13 years ago

There are very few women that attempt Bull Riding at the higher levels. It really is a rough sport and you take a beating. Upper body strength is key as well.
There was a girl in 2011 that tried to make it up through the ranks of the PBR, and it didn't really work out for her.
As romantic as the sport is with the whole Man vs. Beast thing, it really takes a special breed of contender to withstand the toll and struggle that goes with it. 

Do you know a good place/website that sells vests and helmets for a low price. because everywhere ive been its like $250 for just a vest or helmet.

Asked by bullrider98 almost 13 years ago

Your life isn't something you should skimp out on. In the US recommend US Rodeo Supply and in Canada Bramers Rodeo and Western Supply. 

They're pricey as they're designed specifically for bull Riding. 

Your alternative would be to buy used on eBay or classifieds or word of mouth.

Every event you miss or day of work you miss because you're injured is going to cost money... Prollyore than you'd save on equipment. 

what are the best jeans to wear to tuck in your boots

Asked by Bull rider5 over 12 years ago

Cowboy Cut.  Never walk around with your jeans not tucked in (when not riding).

How many professional bull riders quit each year?

Asked by Mark Herry over 12 years ago


This would be hard to track.  In today's age, there are many that are retiring on the top, as they've seen guys ride beyond their limits, and it's just a slippery slope.

There are about 2-3 that retire a year from the upper ranks of the PBR.

Off the top of my head... Adriano Moraes, Justin McBride, Ross Coleman in the past 4, while Brennan Clark and Luke Snyder are saying this next season will be their last.  These guys have all hit the million-dollar mark in earnings and can kind of "afford" to retire.  Many guys will just finish their years out in the lower ranks riding at the odd event, etc.

And there are lots of those that are injured out and with family on the way, etc., hang up their chaps.  Rare at the PBR level... but everyone has a limit... even superman.

Thank you Mark for your great questions.  I can only answer so far, but I would recommend you contact the PBR Media Relations Department and the Justin Sports Medicine Team for more detailed information if necessary.

am 14 and want to bull ride but have never got on top of a bull so how do i start? as in schools and gear and so on.... they always have a labor day rodeo and i want to be in it but do i need a bull riding linsence or papers or something to be in it

Asked by geovanni about 13 years ago

14 is a little young for Bull Riding, but a lot of rodeos have junior bull riding or junior steer riding which is good for you to get your start in competition.

I would recommend a Bull Riding School this spring or summer, they also usually have steers to start you off on, to get you into the sport with the proper fundamentals.

Good luck!

How do you train to Bull Ride?

Asked by Jack almost 13 years ago

A beginner goes to a weekend school or clinic. As you start to ride more, you try to find a practice pen where you can get on a few. 

Riding horses helps.

And in the gym, balance exercises help, as does overall weight and aerobic exercise.