Bull Riding Classics in Fremont, Nebraska

The sport of bull riding often leaves me in awe and in shock because of the bravery of the bull fighters. In spite of the shock that often overtakes me in watching a bull riding scene, I am also left wondering how is it if viewed live? That is the reason why I am very eager to attend one and see it for myself while I am here in Fremont, Nebraska. I am indeed excited and eager to attend this festival and I cant wait!

In the competition of bull riding, both the bull and the rider are given points which will account to the over-all point. The participant with the highest point wins the ride. Riders never get to choose their own bull. Bulls are scored based on their agility, speed and bucking style. Bucking is what you call the galloping of the bull in its hind legs to throw off the rider.

As part of the games rules, a rider should always have a free hand and this hand should not touch any part of his body or the bulls, or else he loses points. As safety measures, all riders are encouraged to come in the usual bull riding outfits. Gloves should be worn in order to prevent slipping and wounding the palms. Gloves and the braided rope tied on the bulls body are usually coated with rosin to enhance the grip. Chaps or the colorful pant accessories are worn to protect the riders legs.

There had been heated arguments on the subject of bull riding and some animal welfare rights openly criticized the idea of it. They criticized the idea of hot shots or electric cattle prods that are being used to shock the bull into jumping out of the chute quickly as soon as it was released. Supporters say that these are ultimately safe for the animals as the shots are mildly given and could in any way pose a grave threat to an animals health because they possess thick hides.

Now Im definitely going to see the bull riding competition in Fremont. I want to be entertained and amused at the riders and the bulls.