How Do You Select A Barrel Racing Prospect?
Barrel racing is a sport full of speed and excitement. A successful barrel horse must run fast, turn sharply and maneuver with speed and grace to outrun the rest of the field. Create a list of the qualities that you want in your barrel horse. A successful barrel horse normally comes from a combination racing or cutting horse lines, since those lines offer the speed to win and the maneuverability to turn the barrels quickly. He should have a short back, long underline, strong and straight legs and sturdy hocks to stand up to the rigors of training. Also note the qualities you want to avoid so that you can bypass any lines with those traits. Review the rules of your local or national barrel racing associations to see if there are any restrictions or guidelines on the breed or gender of horse that you can compete with. The National Barrel Horse Association and the International Barrel Racing Association are two of the larger organizations that offer a wealth of knowledge on the sport of b
