Classic Rose- Tripping Collar – Breast Collar

Its rodeo night, the gates open and the head horse surges forward, muscles rippling under a snug, well-fitted breast collar that keeps the saddle securely in place. The heeler is right behind, eyes locked on the steer’s back legs. His horse, also secured with a sturdy breast collar, is perfectly balanced as the cowboy releases his rope. In one smooth motion, the rope catches the steer’s legs, and just like that, both riders pull their ropes tight.

The horses dig in, their breast collars holding everything in place as the steer comes to a halt. The clock stops, and the arena erupts in applause. The cowboys, calm and collected, nod in acknowledgment as they steer their horses back toward the gate, ready for the next challenge.

It’s not just about the ropes and the riders; it’s the gear, like the breast collars, that makes this all possible. These pieces of tack aren’t just for show—they’re built tough, to keep everything where it needs to be during the intense action of team roping. It’s a fast-paced, high-stakes game where every detail counts, and the breast collar is a small but essential part of the success.