Record Setting Barrel Racing Run

January 15, 2010 Barbara Merrill and her horse Proud Red Pepper set an arena and standard pattern record at the Greg Olsen Memorial Derby.  It was held in Arizona at the Buckeye Equestrian Center.  Give it a watch here and see what you think.  Feel free to comment on what you think made this run so fast. To me, I …

Goal Setting for Barrel Racing

Its a new year and a new season.  Its time to start with a fresh slate and a fresh set of goals for you and your barrel horse. Do you have a goal? Setting one (or more) is a great way for self improvement and success! 1. Write It Down Goals are specific, measurable, and time-bounded. Write your goals so …

Rein Length and Hand Positioning with Ty Mitchell

In this feature video on Barrel Racing Buzz, Josey Ranch Team Member Ty Mitchell talks about the importance of rein length and hand positioning for your run.  This is great little video you can watch online but here is a recap of the video: Ty emphasizes that how much control and how much leverage you have with the bit is …

Liz Pinkston and Barrel Racing Buzz prepare you for your run

BarrelRacingBuzz.com is a great resource of information and videos.  They interview barrel racing champions like Kay Blandford, Sherry Cervi and Tammy Key-Fisher along with many, many more.  Click here for a link for more videos In this particular video Barrel Racing Buzz talks to Liz Pinkston about getting yourself mentally prepared so you can guide your barrel horse to the …