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| WYOracer - 2013-12-08 11:53 PM
I'm really waiting for Christy and Movin to hit a groove that little mare can SCOOT and I was really hoping Fallon kept the barrels up tonight.
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Please dont start knocking how girls are riding.
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| RoadToVegas - 2013-12-09 12:03 AM
CYA Ranch - 2013-12-08 11:59 PM
Please dont start knocking how girls are riding.
Yup they are at the NFR and I am riding my couch infront of the fire for a reason lol
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Location: Bandera, TX | BaylenJaxs - 2013-12-08 11:54 PM WYOracer - 2013-12-08 11:53 PM I'm really waiting for Christy and Movin to hit a groove that little mare can SCOOT and I was really hoping Fallon kept the barrels up tonight. I was hoping for both too. But it seems as though Fallon doesn't pick her up and lets her dive towards it.
Baby Flo has always been a "flat" turner. She may have a bit of a problem getting her past the tubs in the constricted pattern of T&M.
The harder you push one up into the hole on that type of ground the harder the bounce-smooth is fast and Christy is wanting smooth to become fast. The mare can burn no doubt about that. |
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Location: Riding Crackhead. | WYOracer - 2013-12-09 12:06 AM
Was not knocking I'm rooting for them both, as I stating I am comfy on my couch and they are at the NFR(and that I ride like a monkey)
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Location: MD | Why is it that people place such expectations on these girls and their horses? We all know that they are great horses and jockeys. If they weren't, there would be a whole different set of barrel racers running up that alley, a set of barrel racers who weren't able to get atop that list because these 15 girls won enough to shut them out. What I don't understand is why that seemingly gives anyone the impression that it should be acceptable for anyone other than that contestant, the one sitting on that horse to infer that they are doing any less than their level best each night. Each of us goes into each competitive setting with a different mindset. We each process and interpret things differently. I don't know what any of these girls' mindset, or strategies are and I won't pretend to. What I do know is that they have managed themselves and their horses so well up until this point that they have made the NFR, some of them multiple times now. Based on that alone, I'm sure not going to question their reasoning for doing what they do. I'm just going to tip my hat to them for having reached a huge goal, for having set out on a mission and attaining their goals. They're the ones living the dream and far be it from me to tarnish that for them by criticizing their decisions. |
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| WrapSnap - 2013-12-09 12:19 AM
Why is it that people place such expectations on these girls and their horses? We all know that they are great horses and jockeys. If they weren't, there would be a whole different set of barrel racers running up that alley, a set of barrel racers who weren't able to get atop that list because these 15 girls won enough to shut them out. What I don't understand is why that seemingly gives anyone the impression that it should be acceptable for anyone other than that contestant, the one sitting on that horse to infer that they are doing any less than their level best each night. Each of us goes into each competitive setting with a different mindset. We each process and interpret things differently. I don't know what any of these girls' mindset, or strategies are and I won't pretend to. What I do know is that they have managed themselves and their horses so well up until this point that they have made the NFR, some of them multiple times now. Based on that alone, I'm sure not going to question their reasoning for doing what they do. I'm just going to tip my hat to them for having reached a huge goal, for having set out on a mission and attaining their goals. They're the ones living the dream and far be it from me to tarnish that for them by criticizing their decisions.
Very true. I do apologize very much so. They are the top 15 and have worked all year long to get it. Far be it from me to sit here and pick apart there run bit by bit. If they mess up they know what, they or the horse did. No reason for me to sit here saying how they could have made it better. Or question why they're running weird/bad. They've made if farther probably then I ever will. I ride like crap anyway and don't have the exact 'true' to barrel horses I should. So, I to tip my hat off.
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| WrapSnap - 2013-12-09 12:19 AM Why is it that people place such expectations on these girls and their horses? We all know that they are great horses and jockeys. If they weren't, there would be a whole different set of barrel racers running up that alley, a set of barrel racers who weren't able to get atop that list because these 15 girls won enough to shut them out. What I don't understand is why that seemingly gives anyone the impression that it should be acceptable for anyone other than that contestant, the one sitting on that horse to infer that they are doing any less than their level best each night. Each of us goes into each competitive setting with a different mindset. We each process and interpret things differently. I don't know what any of these girls' mindset, or strategies are and I won't pretend to. What I do know is that they have managed themselves and their horses so well up until this point that they have made the NFR, some of them multiple times now. Based on that alone, I'm sure not going to question their reasoning for doing what they do. I'm just going to tip my hat to them for having reached a huge goal, for having set out on a mission and attaining their goals. They're the ones living the dream and far be it from me to tarnish that for them by criticizing their decisions.
Thank you Andy. I wish you had been around earlier when someone tried to say that Mary Burger and Mary Walker were flukes.
My new goal, lose 50 lbs and become a fluke. I don't even care if I can get to Vegas, I just want to turn out the sort of barrel racing machines those ladies have over the years.
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Side note..... Is it just me, or does it seem some of the horses are having a hard time digging in and getting around?
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Location: Under The Big Sky Of Texas | WrapSnap - 2013-12-09 12:19 AM Why is it that people place such expectations on these girls and their horses? We all know that they are great horses and jockeys. If they weren't, there would be a whole different set of barrel racers running up that alley, a set of barrel racers who weren't able to get atop that list because these 15 girls won enough to shut them out. What I don't understand is why that seemingly gives anyone the impression that it should be acceptable for anyone other than that contestant, the one sitting on that horse to infer that they are doing any less than their level best each night. Each of us goes into each competitive setting with a different mindset. We each process and interpret things differently. I don't know what any of these girls' mindset, or strategies are and I won't pretend to. What I do know is that they have managed themselves and their horses so well up until this point that they have made the NFR, some of them multiple times now. Based on that alone, I'm sure not going to question their reasoning for doing what they do. I'm just going to tip my hat to them for having reached a huge goal, for having set out on a mission and attaining their goals. They're the ones living the dream and far be it from me to tarnish that for them by criticizing their decisions.
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Location: MD | kmcsunshine - 2013-12-09 12:25 AM
WrapSnap - 2013-12-09 12:19 AM Why is it that people place such expectations on these girls and their horses? We all know that they are great horses and jockeys. If they weren't, there would be a whole different set of barrel racers running up that alley, a set of barrel racers who weren't able to get atop that list because these 15 girls won enough to shut them out. What I don't understand is why that seemingly gives anyone the impression that it should be acceptable for anyone other than that contestant, the one sitting on that horse to infer that they are doing any less than their level best each night. Each of us goes into each competitive setting with a different mindset. We each process and interpret things differently. I don't know what any of these girls' mindset, or strategies are and I won't pretend to. What I do know is that they have managed themselves and their horses so well up until this point that they have made the NFR, some of them multiple times now. Based on that alone, I'm sure not going to question their reasoning for doing what they do. I'm just going to tip my hat to them for having reached a huge goal, for having set out on a mission and attaining their goals. They're the ones living the dream and far be it from me to tarnish that for them by criticizing their decisions.
Thank you Andy. I wish you had been around earlier when someone tried to say that Mary Burger and Mary Walker were flukes.
My new goal, lose 50 lbs and become a fluke. I don't even care if I can get to Vegas, I just want to turn out the sort of barrel racing machines those ladies have over the years.
I don't care what people wear either, but if they'd let you run, you'd have my vote for best dressed!
You just let me know when you're ready to take a shot at being that "fluke" Tia. I know where there's a barn full of them primed and ready to help you on your way! Oh....and on that note of making that sort of "barrel racing machines" I do believe your program is already achieving that. I know at least one (now not so little) 5 year old that is sure speaking volumes about what your program can produce! |
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| cowdoc101 - 2013-12-09 12:33 AM
Again, I say I'm no expert.....
I agree-they are there with their horses, they're the ones that worked for it.
My question would be, when do you start playing conservative to possibly stay in the average money vs. trying to get a smoking run?
This, is a perfect question. I would like to know too. But seeing how we aren't there and as someone else stated we don't know the game plan. It would be kinda hard. If it were I, I would try my best each night and try to stay up there in the money as well. Go big or go home. |
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Location: OK | BaylenJaxs - 2013-12-08 11:37 PM
cowdoc101 - 2013-12-09 12:33 AM
Again, I say I'm no expert.....
I agree-they are there with their horses, they're the ones that worked for it.
My question would be, when do you start playing conservative to possibly stay in the average money vs. trying to get a smoking run?
This, is a perfect question. I would like to know too. But seeing how we aren't there and as someone else stated we don't know the game plan. It would be kinda hard. If it were I, I would try my best each night and try to stay up there in the money as well. Go big or go home.
I would hope the same thing.
Thought just crossed my mind, so I figured I'd spit it out--not just for her but all the riders.
You can win good money each round-but the average you can really rake it in! (and there's still a lot of rounds to go!)
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Location: MD | It's been said time and again that if you want to win a world title, you have to have a horse that will excel in the T&M. In my mind, it's one of the trickiest setups of any rodeo. Until you get there and get that horse running through that pattern a couple of nights, with that atmosphere, you just don't really know how one will handle it. You might get there on a great small pen horse, thinking that they're going to be a great fit, only to have them not fire in those particular confines. I know that for me, if I were to have a horse make a couple of good runs where I just didn't feel like they were getting "free" in that pen, I might think to myself "Self, my horse is working well, but boy, he sure doesn't seem to want to clock in here. You know, I probably don't have a shot at a World's Championship, but wait.... This is still a rodeo and winning this particular rodeo pays pretty dadgum well! Maybe I'll just keep making those pretty runs and let the clock sort itself out". |
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BaylenJaxs - 2013-12-09 12:13 AM
Side note..... Is it just me, or does it seem some of the horses are having a hard time digging in and getting around?
The TM is notorious for having hard ground.
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Location: OK | WrapSnap - 2013-12-08 11:45 PM
It's been said time and again that if you want to win a world title, you have to have a horse that will excel in the T&M. In my mind, it's one of the trickiest setups of any rodeo. Until you get there and get that horse running through that pattern a couple of nights, with that atmosphere, you just don't really know how one will handle it. You might get there on a great small pen horse, thinking that they're going to be a great fit, only to have them not fire in those particular confines. I know that for me, if I were to have a horse make a couple of good runs where I just didn't feel like they were getting "free" in that pen, I might think to myself "Self, my horse is working well, but boy, he sure doesn't seem to want to clock in here. You know, I probably don't have a shot at a World's Championship, but wait.... This is still a rodeo and winning this particular rodeo pays pretty dadgum well! Maybe I'll just keep making those pretty runs and let the clock sort itself out".
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REALLY?? I love how someone DISLIKED my comment that was positive about christy and movin!! such jealous haters on here
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| Southtxponygirl - 2013-12-09 12:27 AM WrapSnap - 2013-12-09 12:19 AM Why is it that people place such expectations on these girls and their horses? We all know that they are great horses and jockeys. If they weren't, there would be a whole different set of barrel racers running up that alley, a set of barrel racers who weren't able to get atop that list because these 15 girls won enough to shut them out. What I don't understand is why that seemingly gives anyone the impression that it should be acceptable for anyone other than that contestant, the one sitting on that horse to infer that they are doing any less than their level best each night. Each of us goes into each competitive setting with a different mindset. We each process and interpret things differently. I don't know what any of these girls' mindset, or strategies are and I won't pretend to. What I do know is that they have managed themselves and their horses so well up until this point that they have made the NFR, some of them multiple times now. Based on that alone, I'm sure not going to question their reasoning for doing what they do. I'm just going to tip my hat to them for having reached a huge goal, for having set out on a mission and attaining their goals. They're the ones living the dream and far be it from me to tarnish that for them by criticizing their decisions. You are so spot on as always
I second that. To me it just shows how tough the T&M is even for the creme of the crop riders and horses. 10 perfect runs anywhere is tough but in the T&M at the NFR with the pressure, noise, etc., I am sure there is a lot to figure out and get your groove. |
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| kmcsunshine - 2013-12-08 11:25 PM WrapSnap - 2013-12-09 12:19 AM Why is it that people place such expectations on these girls and their horses? We all know that they are great horses and jockeys. If they weren't, there would be a whole different set of barrel racers running up that alley, a set of barrel racers who weren't able to get atop that list because these 15 girls won enough to shut them out. What I don't understand is why that seemingly gives anyone the impression that it should be acceptable for anyone other than that contestant, the one sitting on that horse to infer that they are doing any less than their level best each night. Each of us goes into each competitive setting with a different mindset. We each process and interpret things differently. I don't know what any of these girls' mindset, or strategies are and I won't pretend to. What I do know is that they have managed themselves and their horses so well up until this point that they have made the NFR, some of them multiple times now. Based on that alone, I'm sure not going to question their reasoning for doing what they do. I'm just going to tip my hat to them for having reached a huge goal, for having set out on a mission and attaining their goals. They're the ones living the dream and far be it from me to tarnish that for them by criticizing their decisions. Thank you Andy. I wish you had been around earlier when someone tried to say that Mary Burger and Mary Walker were flukes.
My new goal, lose 50 lbs and become a fluke. I don't even care if I can get to Vegas, I just want to turn out the sort of barrel racing machines those ladies have over the years.
I don't care what people wear either, but if they'd let you run, you'd have my vote for best dressed!
We can be traveling partners and be Old Biddy Flukes together!!!!!
It will take me a couple of years though because my hope-to-be NFR mount is only 2. But I have to lose that 50 pounds before next December.
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| SKM - 2013-12-09 6:02 AM kmcsunshine - 2013-12-08 11:25 PM WrapSnap - 2013-12-09 12:19 AM Why is it that people place such expectations on these girls and their horses? We all know that they are great horses and jockeys. If they weren't, there would be a whole different set of barrel racers running up that alley, a set of barrel racers who weren't able to get atop that list because these 15 girls won enough to shut them out. What I don't understand is why that seemingly gives anyone the impression that it should be acceptable for anyone other than that contestant, the one sitting on that horse to infer that they are doing any less than their level best each night. Each of us goes into each competitive setting with a different mindset. We each process and interpret things differently. I don't know what any of these girls' mindset, or strategies are and I won't pretend to. What I do know is that they have managed themselves and their horses so well up until this point that they have made the NFR, some of them multiple times now. Based on that alone, I'm sure not going to question their reasoning for doing what they do. I'm just going to tip my hat to them for having reached a huge goal, for having set out on a mission and attaining their goals. They're the ones living the dream and far be it from me to tarnish that for them by criticizing their decisions. Thank you Andy. I wish you had been around earlier when someone tried to say that Mary Burger and Mary Walker were flukes.
My new goal, lose 50 lbs and become a fluke. I don't even care if I can get to Vegas, I just want to turn out the sort of barrel racing machines those ladies have over the years.
I don't care what people wear either, but if they'd let you run, you'd have my vote for best dressed!
It will take me a couple of years though because my hope-to-be NFR mount is only 2. But I have to lose that 50 pounds before next December.
Now I just have to learn how to ride again and I'll be doing GREAT.
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| kmcsunshine - 2013-12-09 6:07 AM SKM - 2013-12-09 6:02 AM kmcsunshine - 2013-12-08 11:25 PM WrapSnap - 2013-12-09 12:19 AM Why is it that people place such expectations on these girls and their horses? We all know that they are great horses and jockeys. If they weren't, there would be a whole different set of barrel racers running up that alley, a set of barrel racers who weren't able to get atop that list because these 15 girls won enough to shut them out. What I don't understand is why that seemingly gives anyone the impression that it should be acceptable for anyone other than that contestant, the one sitting on that horse to infer that they are doing any less than their level best each night. Each of us goes into each competitive setting with a different mindset. We each process and interpret things differently. I don't know what any of these girls' mindset, or strategies are and I won't pretend to. What I do know is that they have managed themselves and their horses so well up until this point that they have made the NFR, some of them multiple times now. Based on that alone, I'm sure not going to question their reasoning for doing what they do. I'm just going to tip my hat to them for having reached a huge goal, for having set out on a mission and attaining their goals. They're the ones living the dream and far be it from me to tarnish that for them by criticizing their decisions. Thank you Andy. I wish you had been around earlier when someone tried to say that Mary Burger and Mary Walker were flukes.
My new goal, lose 50 lbs and become a fluke. I don't even care if I can get to Vegas, I just want to turn out the sort of barrel racing machines those ladies have over the years.
I don't care what people wear either, but if they'd let you run, you'd have my vote for best dressed!
It will take me a couple of years though because my hope-to-be NFR mount is only 2. But I have to lose that 50 pounds before next December.
Now I just have to learn how to ride again and I'll be doing GREAT.
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brrlrcrtx44 - 2013-12-09 12:40 AM
REALLY?? I love how someone DISLIKED my comment that was positive about christy and movin!! such jealous haters on here
Who ever did that can get over their-selves. You made a nice comment and I totally agree!! I am ready for tomorrow! Wonder if Jacobs will break the record??!!?!
I wonder if sometimes when people are scrolling on their phone, they accidentally hit the "dislike" button. I know I've come close a few times, and may have actually hit it, when I had absolutely no intention of doing so.
I would love to see SKM, KMCSunshine, and y'all out there. What I wouldn't give to know a quarter of what you guys do!
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Location: In The Land of Cotton | WrapSnap - 2013-12-09 1:19 AM Why is it that people place such expectations on these girls and their horses? We all know that they are great horses and jockeys. If they weren't, there would be a whole different set of barrel racers running up that alley, a set of barrel racers who weren't able to get atop that list because these 15 girls won enough to shut them out. What I don't understand is why that seemingly gives anyone the impression that it should be acceptable for anyone other than that contestant, the one sitting on that horse to infer that they are doing any less than their level best each night. Each of us goes into each competitive setting with a different mindset. We each process and interpret things differently. I don't know what any of these girls' mindset, or strategies are and I won't pretend to. What I do know is that they have managed themselves and their horses so well up until this point that they have made the NFR, some of them multiple times now. Based on that alone, I'm sure not going to question their reasoning for doing what they do. I'm just going to tip my hat to them for having reached a huge goal, for having set out on a mission and attaining their goals. They're the ones living the dream and far be it from me to tarnish that for them by criticizing their decisions.
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Why isn't she pushing Movin?? She's just been loping her the last few nights. It's kinda aggravating me Dx. I know that little mare can get some!
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Location: Kentucky | loflin06 - 2013-12-09 9:07 AM There is no doubt that this week has been a struggle for a few of us. This pen is the toughest pen you will run in all year and and for me personally I'm have a little tough time getting my timing right. On top of that we all have 500 people texting and commenting on how to ride, what we are doing wrong and how they hate what we are wearing. What you don't see is the top 15 are busy from 5am until 11 pm working, meeting with fans and special needs children, meetings and a million other things that pull us in a million different directions. We are blessed to be here but please keep in mind and respect that we all deserve to be here, worked our butts off, made sacrafices that others wouldn't have the courage to and earned our spots because we are the top 15 in the world. This is a great group of girls that represent our sport very well. So if we hit ten barrels and fall off and disappoint you a with how we ride please at least respect us enough to stay positive. We are doing the best we can. :)
I hate that you have to come on here and defend yourself. It shouldn't be that way. You and those 14 girls have worked your butts off all year to be where you are. Any true blood barrel racer should be rooting on everyone there, and would love to be there in the stands. You go girl. Also - thank you for posting behind the scenes photos and updates on your Facebook. I really do appreciate it!! |
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Location: The edge of no where | BaylenJaxs - 2013-12-08 11:46 PM
Why isn't she pushing Movin?? She's just been loping her the last few nights. It's kinda aggravating me Dx. I know that little mare can get some!
Oh and Fallon. Is she gonna hit a barrel tomorrow night?? I seriously wonder how she's made it to the NFR if she's hitting barrels like that.
You ought to be ashamed of this post. If you're not running at the nfr, you've got no room to criticize those that made it. They are in Vegas, you're sitting on a couch watching.
Fallon has had a great year on that little mare. I have no doubt she will figure out how to leave the barrels up. The nfr standings are based off times and money won. It's pretty black and white. You've got no business questioning if any of the girls should be there.
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Location: Riding Crackhead. | Thank you Christy but its unreal that you have to come on here to defend yourself or your horse. The OP should be horrified but since she made the comment in the first place I would guess she has very little class or brains.
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| ^^^ love it Christy and love you and Movin'.
I also know earlier in the week you said Movin' was sticking to the ground a little and that was different for you guys, good to see you're finding the groove! I'll be at the bar all week watching you guys and cheering like a fool, I've loved following your season and you're inspiring. Haters gunna hate. |
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Location: SE Missouri | sodapop - 2013-12-09 12:48 AM
BamaCanChaser - 2013-12-09 12:27 AM
BaylenJaxs - 2013-12-09 12:13 AM
Side note..... Is it just me, or does it seem some of the horses are having a hard time digging in and getting around?
The TM is notorious for having hard ground.
Sherry said the in interview at th buckle ceremony that th ground was really good this year. As many horses that are running under 14 from top to bottom makes me think the ground is fairly decent & consistent.
We were there for the first two rounds and I "thought" it looked good from the way the horses were running/working. But it's still would be tough to say since I was in the stands, lol. |
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Location: Displaced Iowegian | loflin06 - 2013-12-09 8:07 AM There is no doubt that this week has been a struggle for a few of us. This pen is the toughest pen you will run in all year and and for me personally I'm have a little tough time getting my timing right. On top of that we all have 500 people texting and commenting on how to ride, what we are doing wrong and how they hate what we are wearing. What you don't see is the top 15 are busy from 5am until 11 pm working, meeting with fans and special needs children, meetings and a million other things that pull us in a million different directions. We are blessed to be here but please keep in mind and respect that we all deserve to be here, worked our butts off, made sacrafices that others wouldn't have the courage to and earned our spots because we are the top 15 in the world. This is a great group of girls that represent our sport very well. So if we hit ten barrels and fall off and disappoint you a with how we ride please at least respect us enough to stay positive. We are doing the best we can. :)
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Location: MI | loflin06 - 2013-12-09 9:07 AM There is no doubt that this week has been a struggle for a few of us. This pen is the toughest pen you will run in all year and and for me personally I'm have a little tough time getting my timing right. On top of that we all have 500 people texting and commenting on how to ride, what we are doing wrong and how they hate what we are wearing. What you don't see is the top 15 are busy from 5am until 11 pm working, meeting with fans and special needs children, meetings and a million other things that pull us in a million different directions. We are blessed to be here but please keep in mind and respect that we all deserve to be here, worked our butts off, made sacrafices that others wouldn't have the courage to and earned our spots because we are the top 15 in the world. This is a great group of girls that represent our sport very well. So if we hit ten barrels and fall off and disappoint you a with how we ride please at least respect us enough to stay positive. We are doing the best we can. :)
Go Christy! You are a serious class act & we love you! Your FB posts are so great, thanks for sharing all of the positive messages and fun pictures. I was just telling a friend I want to go to watch the NFR so badly but I also want to go just to meet you ladies! |
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Movin's Momma
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| I don't feel like I need to defend myself. I would just like for people to start changing their negitive minds to positive thoughts and give everyone a little inside perspective to what it's like to be under this kind of pressure. I am disappointed with how my week has gone but that does not define me as a rider. It won't be the last time I hit a barrel of almost fall off and it sure won't be the last time I win a check!:) Words are powerful and you can hurt someone or build them up and I always choose to try to be positive instead of being hurtful:) |
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A BIG HUGE DITTO!!!!! Good Luck in Round 5 Christy and Movin!!! |
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Location: Tx | loflin06 - 2013-12-09 8:07 AM
There is no doubt that this week has been a struggle for a few of us. This pen is the toughest pen you will run in all year and and for me personally I'm have a little tough time getting my timing right. On top of that we all have 500 people texting and commenting on how to ride, what we are doing wrong and how they hate what we are wearing. What you don't see is the top 15 are busy from 5am until 11 pm working, meeting with fans and special needs children, meetings and a million other things that pull us in a million different directions. We are blessed to be here but please keep in mind and respect that we all deserve to be here, worked our butts off, made sacrafices that others wouldn't have the courage to and earned our spots because we are the top 15 in the world. This is a great group of girls that represent our sport very well. So if we hit ten barrels and fall off and disappoint you a with how we ride please at least respect us enough to stay positive. We are doing the best we can.
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This is why I love you. You're so classy. Keep it up girl! |
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More bootie than waist!
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Location: Riding Crackhead. | Jill Moody posted a picture on Facebook of her hanging on Dolly's neck with no stirrups at the NFR with a note something to the fact that unless you've ridden at the NFR you have no idea what its like. That's not her quote I just don't remember what she said.
Stay positive Christy. |
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Location: Midwest | I think you are doing a great job
I don't know about anyone else, but I'd need some duct tape to ride Movin! You guys have all earned your way there, and no one can take that from you.
You know what they say
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Location: MI | loflin06 - 2013-12-09 9:25 AM I don't feel like I need to defend myself. I would just like for people to start changing their negitive minds to positive thoughts and give everyone a little inside perspective to what it's like to be under this kind of pressure. I am disappointed with how my week has gone but that does not define me as a rider. It won't be the last time I hit a barrel of almost fall off and it sure won't be the last time I win a check!:) Words are powerful and you can hurt someone or build them up and I always choose to try to be positive instead of being hurtful:)
Good luck the rest of the week, girl. You & Movin go do your thing
Ps.. Give Bella a little hug for me, she looks like a sweetie! |
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Location: Oz, Kansas | loflin06 - 2013-12-09 7:25 AM I don't feel like I need to defend myself. I would just like for people to start changing their negitive minds to positive thoughts and give everyone a little inside perspective to what it's like to be under this kind of pressure. I am disappointed with how my week has gone but that does not define me as a rider. It won't be the last time I hit a barrel of almost fall off and it sure won't be the last time I win a check!:) Words are powerful and you can hurt someone or build them up and I always choose to try to be positive instead of being hurtful:)
I guess tying for 2nd/3rd in the 2nd round isn't riding to your full potential. We are so blessed to be able to see you & Movin at the T&M this year. You are truly inspirational to all of us. Your positive attitude is contagious & I can't wait to see how you both do in the next 6 rounds. Good luck & keep doin what you're doin. |
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| I learned early to keep those close to you who are positive. All year I have been inspired by Christy and her positive attitude, and to see her come on here and say what she did, it's no wonder I look up to her! I feel pressure locally, can't imagine what it's like for the top 15. Keep riding hard, Movin is an AMAZING horse!!! |
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Location: Deep South | loflin06 - 2013-12-09 8:07 AM
There is no doubt that this week has been a struggle for a few of us. This pen is the toughest pen you will run in all year and and for me personally I'm have a little tough time getting my timing right. On top of that we all have 500 people texting and commenting on how to ride, what we are doing wrong and how they hate what we are wearing. What you don't see is the top 15 are busy from 5am until 11 pm working, meeting with fans and special needs children, meetings and a million other things that pull us in a million different directions. We are blessed to be here but please keep in mind and respect that we all deserve to be here, worked our butts off, made sacrafices that others wouldn't have the courage to and earned our spots because we are the top 15 in the world. This is a great group of girls that represent our sport very well. So if we hit ten barrels and fall off and disappoint you a with how we ride please at least respect us enough to stay positive. We are doing the best we can.
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I doubt the OP imagined you would stop by to defend yourself before she posted this crap behind the safety of her computer. Best of luck in the next rounds! |
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| loflin06 - 2013-12-09 8:25 AM I don't feel like I need to defend myself. I would just like for people to start changing their negitive minds to positive thoughts and give everyone a little inside perspective to what it's like to be under this kind of pressure. I am disappointed with how my week has gone but that does not define me as a rider. It won't be the last time I hit a barrel of almost fall off and it sure won't be the last time I win a check!:) Words are powerful and you can hurt someone or build them up and I always choose to try to be positive instead of being hurtful:)
Please don't be disappointed!! You made it to the NFR and have had some pretty stellar rounds! Some horses are just going to do better in a tiny indoor and that doesn't make Movin any less of a horse! Movin is trying and that to me says more than a horse that gives up! Keep riding and we'll keep cheering!! Good luck! |
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Location: That part of Texas | loflin06 - 2013-12-09 8:25 AM I don't feel like I need to defend myself. I would just like for people to start changing their negitive minds to positive thoughts and give everyone a little inside perspective to what it's like to be under this kind of pressure. I am disappointed with how my week has gone but that does not define me as a rider. It won't be the last time I hit a barrel of almost fall off and it sure won't be the last time I win a check!:) Words are powerful and you can hurt someone or build them up and I always choose to try to be positive instead of being hurtful:)
I've been following you on FB since last year and know that you have been giving it your all -- not just at the NFR but all year long. I wish you guys the best of luck and hope that Movin starts shining in the pen for you and clocking some fabulous times. Thank you so much for always taking us along with you in your journey in the pictures and updates that you post on FB and on here. |
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Location: Bastrop, Texas | There's nothing wrong with us "armchair jockeys" critiquing the top riders in the world. That's what "fans" do. It happens in all truly professional sports....baseball, football, hockey, golf....you name it.
The pros in those sports can handle it just fine. If you don't have a fan base, you don't have a professional sport. I don't think the ladies running at the NFR are so hyper sensitive and fragile that they can't handle the critiques. Name one professional sport where it is taboo to critique the pros. They learn to let it run like water off a duck's back. If they didn't, they would go nuts. Seems to me this comes up every year, and I just shake my head. |
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Location: In The Snow, AZ | I am another one who is riding the couch in to the sunset. But shoot, if watching those NFR girls doesn't make you want to be a better rider, i don't know what would. I am in awe, knocked barrels, wide turns, near falls and all. I can only imagine how they feel after a less than perfect run. These are the best barrel racers around, whom have worked tirelessly to be where they are, riding amazing horses that I, personally, could only dream of riding.
The fact that they knock barrels make them human. The fact that they are running in the NFR makes us all think they're super-human. |
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Location: Minnesota | CYA Ranch - 2013-12-08 11:59 PM
Please dont start knocking how girls are riding.
AMEN!! Obviously these girls are outstanding riders with outstanding horses or they wouldn't be there!!!! |
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Location: Texas | loflin06 - 2013-12-09 8:07 AM There is no doubt that this week has been a struggle for a few of us. This pen is the toughest pen you will run in all year and and for me personally I'm have a little tough time getting my timing right. On top of that we all have 500 people texting and commenting on how to ride, what we are doing wrong and how they hate what we are wearing. What you don't see is the top 15 are busy from 5am until 11 pm working, meeting with fans and special needs children, meetings and a million other things that pull us in a million different directions. We are blessed to be here but please keep in mind and respect that we all deserve to be here, worked our butts off, made sacrafices that others wouldn't have the courage to and earned our spots because we are the top 15 in the world. This is a great group of girls that represent our sport very well. So if we hit ten barrels and fall off and disappoint you a with how we ride please at least respect us enough to stay positive. We are doing the best we can. :)
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| Girl don't be disappointed! You are a great rider riding a great horse and have accomplished so much to get there so just enjoy it and don't waste a minute on disappointment. Block out the negative and focus on doing what you guys do best. Praying for all you girls and your horses for safety and great runs! |
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Location: 100 miles from Nowhere, AR | CYA Ranch - 2013-12-08 11:59 PM
Please dont start knocking how girls are riding.
This attitude is why I mostly avoid BHW during the NFR. One of my favorite things is to critique the girls' runs with other people--it's educational-- but God forbid you point out someone's mistakes on here. |
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Location: Bastrop, Texas | The bottom line is that the vast majority of fans are in awe at the skill and accomplishments of everyone who makes it to the NFR. I think most of us realize the immense pressure and sacrifices required to make it to the top. When the critiques morph into personal attacks or some sort of vendetta, that's where the line ought to be drawn. Critiques of performance in the arena is part of the job. Much of the time it is the critic who shows his/her lack of knowledge or skill. |
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I AM being nice
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Location: MD | HotbearLVR - 2013-12-09 8:58 AM
There's nothing wrong with us "armchair jockeys" critiquing the top riders in the world. That's what "fans" do. It happens in all truly professional sports....baseball, football, hockey, golf....you name it.
The pros in those sports can handle it just fine. If you don't have a fan base, you don't have a professional sport. I don't think the ladies running at the NFR are so hyper sensitive and fragile that they can't handle the critiques. Name one professional sport where it is taboo to critique the pros. They learn to let it run like water off a duck's back. If they didn't, they would go nuts. Seems to me this comes up every year, and I just shake my head.
I agree Scott that critiquing the top competitors, in any sport is a normal and useful thing. What I don't agree with is bashing them. To come on a forum such as this and say "What's up with so and so not running in there as hard as they can?" or "I don't know how so and so made the NFR with all the barrels they are hitting" is just preposterous to me. These girls didn't make it to the NFR by running in the T&M all year. They ran in many different arenas, different setups and their horses excelled in some and might not have faired so well in others. I've got a jam up mare who I have always said would get somebody to the NFR, but I'd be hard pressed to advise someone to make a run on her in the T&M. In order to go clean on her in that pen, you'd have to do so many things that you wouldn't be able to clock with horses that you may well have outrun all year. |
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Location: Broxton, Ga | loflin06 - 2013-12-08 9:07 AM There is no doubt that this week has been a struggle for a few of us. This pen is the toughest pen you will run in all year and and for me personally I'm have a little tough time getting my timing right. On top of that we all have 500 people texting and commenting on how to ride, what we are doing wrong and how they hate what we are wearing. What you don't see is the top 15 are busy from 5am until 11 pm working, meeting with fans and special needs children, meetings and a million other things that pull us in a million different directions. We are blessed to be here but please keep in mind and respect that we all deserve to be here, worked our butts off, made sacrafices that others wouldn't have the courage to and earned our spots because we are the top 15 in the world. This is a great group of girls that represent our sport very well. So if we hit ten barrels and fall off and disappoint you a with how we ride please at least respect us enough to stay positive. We are doing the best we can. :)
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Location: South Central Florida | I wish we could have open and honest discussions here with out people getting "oh, you can't say that, they are at the NFR". I'm not, everyone knows that. But I'm not at the superbowl either and I can still talk about players performances.
Especially in a sport that is totaly dominated by men, we get up set if someone makes an observation. I know not every observation is correct, but this is a board about barrel racing!!!
I heard Joe B and Donny G both make remarks that were not mean, not meant to hurt anyones feelings but were totally accurate...like..he just over rode that bull, or what was he thinking??? Why take a risk like that in the early rounds... How can we ever be taken seriously...we might get our feelings hurt. AND that's how we learn.
I don't know all these horses but I can see. I would totally enjoy hearing TRUE HONEST opinions of the horses, the riders (I don't care about fasion so...)
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| loflin06 - 2013-12-09 7:07 AM There is no doubt that this week has been a struggle for a few of us. This pen is the toughest pen you will run in all year and and for me personally I'm have a little tough time getting my timing right. On top of that we all have 500 people texting and commenting on how to ride, what we are doing wrong and how they hate what we are wearing. What you don't see is the top 15 are busy from 5am until 11 pm working, meeting with fans and special needs children, meetings and a million other things that pull us in a million different directions. We are blessed to be here but please keep in mind and respect that we all deserve to be here, worked our butts off, made sacrafices that others wouldn't have the courage to and earned our spots because we are the top 15 in the world. This is a great group of girls that represent our sport very well. So if we hit ten barrels and fall off and disappoint you a with how we ride please at least respect us enough to stay positive. We are doing the best we can. :)
Blows my mind to think someone would be texting any of you girls to point out what you are doing wrong or what you need to do on your next run.
How did you get to the NFR without their help?
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Location: Broxton, Ga | WrapSnap - 2013-12-08 10:12 AM HotbearLVR - 2013-12-09 8:58 AM There's nothing wrong with us "armchair jockeys" critiquing the top riders in the world. That's what "fans" do. It happens in all truly professional sports....baseball, football, hockey, golf....you name it.
The pros in those sports can handle it just fine. If you don't have a fan base, you don't have a professional sport. I don't think the ladies running at the NFR are so hyper sensitive and fragile that they can't handle the critiques. Name one professional sport where it is taboo to critique the pros. They learn to let it run like water off a duck's back. If they didn't, they would go nuts. Seems to me this comes up every year, and I just shake my head. I agree Scott that critiquing the top competitors, in any sport is a normal and useful thing. What I don't agree with is bashing them. To come on a forum such as this and say "What's up with so and so not running in there as hard as they can?" or "I don't know how so and so made the NFR with all the barrels they are hitting" is just preposterous to me. These girls didn't make it to the NFR by running in the T&M all year. They ran in many different arenas, different setups and their horses excelled in some and might not have faired so well in others. I've got a jam up mare who I have always said would get somebody to the NFR, but I'd be hard pressed to advise someone to make a run on her in the T&M. In order to go clean on her in that pen, you'd have to do so many things that you wouldn't be able to clock with horses that you may well have outrun all year.
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Location: MD | CJE - 2013-12-09 9:23 AM
WrapSnap - 2013-12-08 10:12 AM HotbearLVR - 2013-12-09 8:58 AM There's nothing wrong with us "armchair jockeys" critiquing the top riders in the world. That's what "fans" do. It happens in all truly professional sports....baseball, football, hockey, golf....you name it.
The pros in those sports can handle it just fine. If you don't have a fan base, you don't have a professional sport. I don't think the ladies running at the NFR are so hyper sensitive and fragile that they can't handle the critiques. Name one professional sport where it is taboo to critique the pros. They learn to let it run like water off a duck's back. If they didn't, they would go nuts. Seems to me this comes up every year, and I just shake my head. I agree Scott that critiquing the top competitors, in any sport is a normal and useful thing. What I don't agree with is bashing them. To come on a forum such as this and say "What's up with so and so not running in there as hard as they can?" or "I don't know how so and so made the NFR with all the barrels they are hitting" is just preposterous to me. These girls didn't make it to the NFR by running in the T&M all year. They ran in many different arenas, different setups and their horses excelled in some and might not have faired so well in others. I've got a jam up mare who I have always said would get somebody to the NFR, but I'd be hard pressed to advise someone to make a run on her in the T&M. In order to go clean on her in that pen, you'd have to do so many things that you wouldn't be able to clock with horses that you may well have outrun all year.
You and me both Honey! I was actually told by a young man who knew my horse when he had been in another trainer's program that I couldn't &*$%ing ride and that I was making that horse look bad. I had to laugh and then said "Let me let you in on the joke son. I made that horse!" It was a classic moment! |
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Location: In The Land of Cotton | Actually, it makes me sad to read where Christy even got on here and replied. To me, obviously she and the 14 other girls got to where they are because of their hardwork, determination and grit. Very few of us will ever have that. That is why she is one of the 15. Good runs, bad runs, who cares? They all deserve our respect. I hope that everyone of them at least wins a round. Might not happen, but each one of them deserves it.
One day, this rider is my favorite, the next day it might change. All I can say is that I enjoy watching them all.
Dream on Christy and keep reaching for the stars. Obviously, you are way ahead of the rest of us and a whole lot closer to making your dreams happen! |
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Location: Midwest Farmer's Daughter: Central Illinois | I sit in front of the TV on the floor. I pound, kick, yell, scream, even caught myself leaning & whipping last night. I have cheered about an awesome run & also been snarky about what someone did wrong. I am a fan.
I have pulled my horse into barrels. I have kicked them over myself. I haven't ridden to my potential at times. I have given my horse the wrong signals. Sometimes I override my horse instead of focusing on the basics. I am a barrel racer.
As a fan who is a barrel racer, I imagine myself in each girl's seat while they're running & I imagine the feeling when Fallon leans too hard going into the third, when Taylor is trying to pick up the first barrel & knocks it over the other way, when Lisa appears to not be hustling Louie as hard as I "would". I am not there, but I am there.
As for the OP, it wasn't worded in the best way. We're all human & we make mistakes - whether it's in the arena or on BHW.
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Location: Randolph, Utah | I thought christy and movin looked good last night, beautiful run it was just a wicked fast round. Didn't they split 2nd in the 3rd round? I'd say she is pushing and riding well to place in the rounds. |
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Location: Wonderful Wyoming | Swannranch - 2013-12-09 8:15 AM I wish we could have open and honest discussions here with out people getting "oh, you can't say that, they are at the NFR". I'm not, everyone knows that. But I'm not at the superbowl either and I can still talk about players performances.
Especially in a sport that is totaly dominated by men, we get up set if someone makes an observation. I know not every observation is correct, but this is a board about barrel racing!!!
I heard Joe B and Donny G both make remarks that were not mean, not meant to hurt anyones feelings but were totally accurate...like..he just over rode that bull, or what was he thinking??? Why take a risk like that in the early rounds... How can we ever be taken seriously...we might get our feelings hurt. AND that's how we learn.
I don't know all these horses but I can see. I would totally enjoy hearing TRUE HONEST opinions of the horses, the riders (I don't care about fasion so...)
I have to agree with this. I have been to shows, barrel races, ropings, you name it, and there are always people discussing the performers. I don't see why we can't NICELY ask about issues someone is having. I have seen ropers go for a month without missing, get to a big event and miss every steer. EVERYONE talks about it. WOW, I wonder what is going on, maybe his hand is hurt, maybe its a new horse etc etc. It takes thick skin to get to the top, and requires it in the real world as well. Let's not be nasty in our remarks of those at the NFR, but we don't need to shun those that are curious as to why it is not going so well for those there also. |
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| I couldnt imagine running in this kind of arena...... Its the toughest one out there. If you noticed that some girls will start their horses out wide for a few rounds till they can dial in their horses on the pattern. By round 8 most of the horses will rub the paint off the barrels. Loflin is taking a great and safe approach..... clean runs! Fallon is having a rough time on the barrels but it seems like her horse just wants to get in there and work hard. Im sure we have all experienced a horse that wants to shoulder a barrel, it can be difficult pushing those stubborn barrel horses off. Also the TM arena is short, small, and those barrels are super close to the fence. |
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Location: Bastrop, Texas | WrapSnap - 2013-12-09 9:12 AM HotbearLVR - 2013-12-09 8:58 AM There's nothing wrong with us "armchair jockeys" critiquing the top riders in the world. That's what "fans" do. It happens in all truly professional sports....baseball, football, hockey, golf....you name it.
The pros in those sports can handle it just fine. If you don't have a fan base, you don't have a professional sport. I don't think the ladies running at the NFR are so hyper sensitive and fragile that they can't handle the critiques. Name one professional sport where it is taboo to critique the pros. They learn to let it run like water off a duck's back. If they didn't, they would go nuts. Seems to me this comes up every year, and I just shake my head. I agree Scott that critiquing the top competitors, in any sport is a normal and useful thing. What I don't agree with is bashing them. To come on a forum such as this and say "What's up with so and so not running in there as hard as they can?" or "I don't know how so and so made the NFR with all the barrels they are hitting" is just preposterous to me. These girls didn't make it to the NFR by running in the T&M all year. They ran in many different arenas, different setups and their horses excelled in some and might not have faired so well in others. I've got a jam up mare who I have always said would get somebody to the NFR, but I'd be hard pressed to advise someone to make a run on her in the T&M. In order to go clean on her in that pen, you'd have to do so many things that you wouldn't be able to clock with horses that you may well have outrun all year.
I agree with you too, Andy. In professional sports, the athletes realize their existence depends on the fans, otherwise there wouldn't be a demand. Unfortunately, this means they have to suck it up and develop a thick skin, because a lot of fans are ass holes. It just comes with the territory. Granted, very few barrel racers make a good living at it, but if they are "professional", then by definition they depend on a fan base directly or indirectly. I bet Christy has learned this along the way....that it just comes with the territory. I think it's pretty darned neat that she comes on here and keeps in touch with BHW, by the way!
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Location: Texas! | I tend to agree with the posts on here that we are a little quick to get on the defensive on this topic.
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Location: Oz, Kansas | I do believe that professional athletes have to develop a thick skin because they get paid millions of dollars & their team owners get very hefty tax revenues to build/remodel their stadiums from us tax payers. Last I checked those that rodeo only get paid when they win money in a round. I have been known to yell at the tv about a bone headed play or the football player not missing a tackle or not finding the obvious hole in the defensive line but these guys get paid millions of dollars & shuttled from City to City on private planes. These rodeo folks are out there day & night working their butts off trying to work, spend time with family, travel from place to place & make enough money to keep going. I would never post on a forum of any nature bashing someone who is doing something that I (and a majority of you) will never have the opportunity to do. |
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Location: Blissfully happy Giants fan!!! | While I somewhat agree wtih what hotbear said, I am not 100% on board. Professional sports is a tad different than the rodeo girls IMO. Do I have direct access to Colin Kapernick (QB of the 49ers)> He!! no I don't! Rodeo still isn't to the level of the NFL, MLB or any other sport you would like to mention. Do we want it to be-absolutely but it isn't there today. I can still walk up to Mary Walker at a barrel race. Or Brittany Pozzi, or Sherry Cervi. They are still well within reach of being able to talk to them any day of the week. Thus, IMO, they can still be more sensitive to people coming on to a public forum like this and saying something negative.
Christy frequents this page. Most of the pros know of this page and know what is being said about them. While I am one to pick apart a run for my own sake, I wouldn't come on here and say anything negative. At least not during the 10 rounds. I am first and foremost cheerleading and then after the 10 rounds maybe play the what if game. I think because they are so close to us, the best thing we can do is be a HUGE cheerleader for them and let them know we are pulling for them to do better. They don't need anything negative from their fans right now.
Christy, if you are reading this, you have had an EPIC year...EPIC. I would have voted Movin as horse of the year and I think you get Girl with the most Grit of the year. You have made improvements and you will keep making improvements. For movin's first year at the T&M, I think you are rocking it. I know you will only get better this week and next year when you get back, Movin will know the pen and you will be even greater than the greatness you are right now. Keep on keepin on girl!!!! |
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Location: Texas! | sassy&tessa - 2013-12-09 9:00 AM
While I somewhat agree wtih what hotbear said, I am not 100% on board. Professional sports is a tad different than the rodeo girls IMO. Do I have direct access to Colin Kapernick (QB of the 49ers)> He!! no I don't! Rodeo still isn't to the level of the NFL, MLB or any other sport you would like to mention. Do we want it to be-absolutely but it isn't there today. I can still walk up to Mary Walker at a barrel race. Or Brittany Pozzi, or Sherry Cervi. They are still well within reach of being able to talk to them any day of the week. Thus, IMO, they can still be more sensitive to people coming on to a public forum like this and saying something negative.
Christy frequents this page. Most of the pros know of this page and know what is being said about them. While I am one to pick apart a run for my own sake, I wouldn't come on here and say anything negative. At least not during the 10 rounds. I am first and foremost cheerleading and then after the 10 rounds maybe play the what if game. I think because they are so close to us, the best thing we can do is be a HUGE cheerleader for them and let them know we are pulling for them to do better. They don't need anything negative from their fans right now.
Christy, if you are reading this, you have had an EPIC year...EPIC. I would have voted Movin as horse of the year and I think you get Girl with the most Grit of the year. You have made improvements and you will keep making improvements. For movin's first year at the T&M, I think you are rocking it. I know you will only get better this week and next year when you get back, Movin will know the pen and you will be even greater than the greatness you are right now. Keep on keepin on girl!!!!
I think she's getting things figured out, she's a way nice mare and Christy is a hand. There's a lot of rodeo left for them to hit their groove |
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| I didn't read all the previous posts because I'm at work and I'm sneaking this one in. lol
Is Fallon still using the hackamore? I wonder if she will change to a bit just to get a little better shape going into those turns. She may have to. |
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| WrapSnap - 2013-12-09 7:12 AM
HotbearLVR - 2013-12-09 8:58 AM
There's nothing wrong with us "armchair jockeys" critiquing the top riders in the world. That's what "fans" do. It happens in all truly professional sports....baseball, football, hockey, golf....you name it.
The pros in those sports can handle it just fine. If you don't have a fan base, you don't have a professional sport. I don't think the ladies running at the NFR are so hyper sensitive and fragile that they can't handle the critiques. Name one professional sport where it is taboo to critique the pros. They learn to let it run like water off a duck's back. If they didn't, they would go nuts. Seems to me this comes up every year, and I just shake my head.
I agree Scott that critiquing the top competitors, in any sport is a normal and useful thing. What I don't agree with is bashing them. To come on a forum such as this and say "What's up with so and so not running in there as hard as they can?" or "I don't know how so and so made the NFR with all the barrels they are hitting" is just preposterous to me. These girls didn't make it to the NFR by running in the T&M all year. They ran in many different arenas, different setups and their horses excelled in some and might not have faired so well in others. I've got a jam up mare who I have always said would get somebody to the NFR, but I'd be hard pressed to advise someone to make a run on her in the T&M. In order to go clean on her in that pen, you'd have to do so many things that you wouldn't be able to clock with horses that you may well have outrun all year.
I agree it is useful to critique each run to pick out both good and bad things. Like, oh they came out a little wide on the first barrel. What is challenging is pinpointing exactly why since we cannot feel what the horse is doing beneath them. What something looks like and how the horse feels underneath you can be very different. So while it is easy for us to say "Why doesn't she just drive that horse harder?", maybe they feel the horse is already running hard enough? Or "why do they keep hitting that barrel". There is $18,000 to win every night, you are going to try and cut some corners to stop that clock. Smooth pretty runs are not going to win - FAST runs are. Yes smooth can help you be fast, but speed can often mess things up. Small errors can become magnified the faster you are going. Run your horse 10 days in a row in the same arena with a a lot of money on the line and I would bet most if not all would have a mistake we have trouble correcting. It's not like you get to go back in the T&M every day before your run to school your horse! Those horses are amped and ready to go by the time they finally get to run through the gate. They are lined up during the calf roping and have to sit through that and the flag presentation every night! How well do you think your horse would run after standing in an alley for 30-45 minutes before you actually get to run? They might get a little on the muscle. The NFR presents many different situations that are not normally experienced throughout the year. The girls are required to attend meetings, sponsor obligations, interviews, autograph signings, etc and remain busy through out the day. Not like they get a lot of time to sit and relax. It could be very difficult to calm and focus yourself after a long day of "go go go". |
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| Guiness - 2013-12-09 8:05 AM
I didn't read all the previous posts because I'm at work and I'm sneaking this one in. lol
Is Fallon still using the hackamore? I wonder if she will change to a bit just to get a little better shape going into those turns. She may have to.
It looked like she did change it last night and had some sort of rope nose combo on her. Not the normal Jim Warner hackamore. |
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Location: Lala Land | loflin06 - 2013-12-09 8:07 AM There is no doubt that this week has been a struggle for a few of us. This pen is the toughest pen you will run in all year and and for me personally I'm have a little tough time getting my timing right. On top of that we all have 500 people texting and commenting on how to ride, what we are doing wrong and how they hate what we are wearing. What you don't see is the top 15 are busy from 5am until 11 pm working, meeting with fans and special needs children, meetings and a million other things that pull us in a million different directions. We are blessed to be here but please keep in mind and respect that we all deserve to be here, worked our butts off, made sacrafices that others wouldn't have the courage to and earned our spots because we are the top 15 in the world. This is a great group of girls that represent our sport very well. So if we hit ten barrels and fall off and disappoint you a with how we ride please at least respect us enough to stay positive. We are doing the best we can. :)
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Location: Bastrop, Texas | lookout hill - 2013-12-09 9:54 AM I do believe that professional athletes have to develop a thick skin because they get paid millions of dollars & their team owners get very hefty tax revenues to build/remodel their stadiums from us tax payers. Last I checked those that rodeo only get paid when they win money in a round. I have been known to yell at the tv about a bone headed play or the football player not missing a tackle or not finding the obvious hole in the defensive line but these guys get paid millions of dollars & shuttled from City to City on private planes. These rodeo folks are out there day & night working their butts off trying to work, spend time with family, travel from place to place & make enough money to keep going. I would never post on a forum of any nature bashing someone who is doing something that I (and a majority of you) will never have the opportunity to do.
I think whatever the amount that is earned, if they are truly "professional" then they need to realize that their will be critics and critiques. It's the fans that ultimately pay them whatever they earn, so that's part of the price that pro athletes have to learn to pay. Otherwise, where do you draw the line, salary/earnings wise? $50,000? $150,000? $1,000,000? Why should pro barrel racers be treated with kid gloves any more than any other pro athlete? Many critiques end up being legitimate, while many others are just mean. Unfortunately, there's no way of silencing the asses. For instance, I saw that Fallon Taylor was really reining her horse off the 3rd and it seemed to be making Baby Flo worse. I also noticed she was hanging on to the horn all the way to the 3rd, and I thought a two handed approach might work better. There's nothing wrong with a fan voicing a comment like that, is there? Pro athletes take a lot of crap, but they also get plenty of sunshine blown up their butts as well. |
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| Guiness - 2013-12-09 8:05 AM
I didn't read all the previous posts because I'm at work and I'm sneaking this one in. lol
Is Fallon still using the hackamore? I wonder if she will change to a bit just to get a little better shape going into those turns. She may have to.
It looked like she did change it last night and had some sort of rope nose combo on her. Not the normal Jim Warner hackamore. |
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Location: torrington, wy | There is a big difference in constructive criticism and being down right hateful. Hell, Brandie would of won every round if she would of rode Slim like I did watching from the stands but put me on him in the arena and the nightmare would begin. I could see things she might change and we woud talk about it but never in my wildest dream would I tell her she did a bad job. If your watching the NFR to see all the negative you need to stop watching or keep it to yourself. |
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Location: Texas | loflin06 - 2013-12-09 8:07 AM There is no doubt that this week has been a struggle for a few of us. This pen is the toughest pen you will run in all year and and for me personally I'm have a little tough time getting my timing right. On top of that we all have 500 people texting and commenting on how to ride, what we are doing wrong and how they hate what we are wearing. What you don't see is the top 15 are busy from 5am until 11 pm working, meeting with fans and special needs children, meetings and a million other things that pull us in a million different directions. We are blessed to be here but please keep in mind and respect that we all deserve to be here, worked our butts off, made sacrafices that others wouldn't have the courage to and earned our spots because we are the top 15 in the world. This is a great group of girls that represent our sport very well. So if we hit ten barrels and fall off and disappoint you a with how we ride please at least respect us enough to stay positive. We are doing the best we can. :)
Wow - what a classy young lady! You are good for the sport!
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Location: Oz, Kansas | HotbearLVR - 2013-12-09 9:08 AM lookout hill - 2013-12-09 9:54 AM I do believe that professional athletes have to develop a thick skin because they get paid millions of dollars & their team owners get very hefty tax revenues to build/remodel their stadiums from us tax payers. Last I checked those that rodeo only get paid when they win money in a round. I have been known to yell at the tv about a bone headed play or the football player not missing a tackle or not finding the obvious hole in the defensive line but these guys get paid millions of dollars & shuttled from City to City on private planes. These rodeo folks are out there day & night working their butts off trying to work, spend time with family, travel from place to place & make enough money to keep going. I would never post on a forum of any nature bashing someone who is doing something that I (and a majority of you) will never have the opportunity to do. I think whatever the amount that is earned, if they are truly "professional" then they need to realize that their will be critics and critiques. It's the fans that ultimately pay them whatever they earn, so that's part of the price that pro athletes have to learn to pay. Otherwise, where do you draw the line, salary/earnings wise? $50,000? $150,000? $1,000,000? Why should pro barrel racers be treated with kid gloves any more than any other pro athlete? Many critiques end up being legitimate, while many others are just mean. Unfortunately, there's no way of silencing the asses. For instance, I saw that Fallon Taylor was really reining her horse off the 3rd and it seemed to be making Baby Flo worse. I also noticed she was hanging on to the horn all the way to the 3rd, and I thought a two handed approach might work better. There's nothing wrong with a fan voicing a comment like that, is there? Pro athletes take a lot of crap, but they also get plenty of sunshine blown up their butts as well.
I have no problem with people voicing their opinions if they are talented enough to back it up. It's easy seeing what you would do to fix the problem when you're watching it from multiple angles on tv but when you're on that horses back there's only so much time to adjust.
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Location: Washington | Swannranch - 2013-12-09 7:15 AM I wish we could have open and honest discussions here with out people getting "oh, you can't say that, they are at the NFR". I'm not, everyone knows that. But I'm not at the superbowl either and I can still talk about players performances.
Especially in a sport that is totaly dominated by men, we get up set if someone makes an observation. I know not every observation is correct, but this is a board about barrel racing!!!
I heard Joe B and Donny G both make remarks that were not mean, not meant to hurt anyones feelings but were totally accurate...like..he just over rode that bull, or what was he thinking??? Why take a risk like that in the early rounds... How can we ever be taken seriously...we might get our feelings hurt. AND that's how we learn.
I don't know all these horses but I can see. I would totally enjoy hearing TRUE HONEST opinions of the horses, the riders (I don't care about fasion so...)
I agree, but here is the catalyst for this thread heading south. The poster was rude on how she worded her questions.
Also when one can't lope a correct pattern it's hard to understand why they would feel they had a right to say anything about those that have worked their assets off to get there to the NFR.
We can discuss the runners in my opinion but in doing so we subject ourselves into the question, can we walk that walk, meaning could we ride those crotch rockets and not only stay on but run below a 14 second time to try and place. Many of us have run in small pens and there is little time to correct things going south. A blind first barrel and if you hit that wrong your playing catch up the rest of the run. The horses that are struggling are tight runners, they always give their riders fits at the Thomas & Mack. I can't imagine having to run 10 days there and keeping my equine partner honest. That is why I am in Awe for those that do, and they remain in that average.
The mindset the riders must have out there is something most will never have to worry about....SO before we open our mouths, let's just be fair about it.
 Again a big ole tip of my Resistol hat to all at the NFR, and thank you.
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Location: Oz, Kansas | fatchance - 2013-12-09 9:15 AM Swannranch - 2013-12-09 7:15 AM I wish we could have open and honest discussions here with out people getting "oh, you can't say that, they are at the NFR". I'm not, everyone knows that. But I'm not at the superbowl either and I can still talk about players performances.
Especially in a sport that is totaly dominated by men, we get up set if someone makes an observation. I know not every observation is correct, but this is a board about barrel racing!!!
I heard Joe B and Donny G both make remarks that were not mean, not meant to hurt anyones feelings but were totally accurate...like..he just over rode that bull, or what was he thinking??? Why take a risk like that in the early rounds... How can we ever be taken seriously...we might get our feelings hurt. AND that's how we learn.
I don't know all these horses but I can see. I would totally enjoy hearing TRUE HONEST opinions of the horses, the riders (I don't care about fasion so...)
I agree, but here is the catalyst for this thread heading south. The poster was rude on how she worded her questions.
Also when one can't lope a correct pattern it's hard to understand why they would feel they had a right to say anything about those that have worked their assets off to get there to the NFR.
We can discuss the runners in my opinion but in doing so we subject ourselves into the question, can we walk that walk, meaning could we ride those crotch rockets and not only stay on but run below a 14 second time to try and place. Many of us have run in small pens and there is little time to correct things going south. A blind first barrel and if you hit that wrong your playing catch up the rest of the run. The horses that are struggling are tight runners, they always give their riders fits at the Thomas & Mack. I can't imagine having to run 10 days there and keeping my equine partner honest. That is why I am in Awe for those that do, and they remain in that average.
The mindset the riders must have out there is something most will never have to worry about....SO before we open our mouths, let's just be fair about it.
Again a big ole tip of my Resistol hat to all at the NFR, and thank you.
Joe B & Donny have been to the NFR & can back up their critique. The majority of us on this board (myself included) not so much.
Now if they had Charmayne or Martha or Lindsey commenting during the runs & pointing out the flaws it would be acceptable because they've been there done that. |
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Location: Oklahoma | tebar - 2013-12-09 10:13 AM
There is a big difference in constructive criticism and being down right hateful. Hell, Brandie would of won every round if she would of rode Slim like I did watching from the stands but put me on him in the arena and the nightmare would begin. I could see things she might change and we woud talk about it but never in my wildest dream would I tell her she did a bad job. If your watching the NFR to see all the negative you need to stop watching or keep it to yourself.
Amen. I have ridden a crotch rocket like Fallon is on and let me tell you there was many times I COULDN'T let go of the horn going to the 3rd because I'd get blown out the back....I rode idiots and outlaws for years before I got a horse that was the caliber of the horses you're watching and let me tell you, it's a whole different ball game. It's like going from driving a Volkswagen to driving a NASCAR. How many of you could jump into a NASCAR car right now and drive with Kyle Gordon? You'd probably be scared out of your wits, and these horses are the same way. I used to tell my husband that it's like standing up in the back of a pickup going 50 mph and then trying to stay there when the pickup turns a donut....not easy. I was SOOO impressed that Christy was able to recover when Movin popped her out on the 3rd....the centrifugal force of those horses on the turns is unbelievable and if you've never ridden one of that caliber, trust me, you don't know what it's like. You have to be very strong and your reflexes have to be very quick to stay with them because by the time you THINK about doing something, it's already too late. I can no longer ride a horse like that and I know it, and I am so in awe of what these women are doing and what they are clocking!! Heck a high 13 isn't even placing!!! I've been very impressed with the caliber of horses and riders that are there this year. I think it's the toughest pen of horses and riders we've seen yet, and I feel certain there will be a new arena record before it's over.
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| 3 To Go - 2013-12-09 9:07 AM
Guiness - 2013-12-09 8:05 AM
I didn't read all the previous posts because I'm at work and I'm sneaking this one in. lol
Is Fallon still using the hackamore? I wonder if she will change to a bit just to get a little better shape going into those turns. She may have to.
It looked like she did change it last night and had some sort of rope nose combo on her. Not the normal Jim Warner hackamore.
her fb said she is switching horses to flos sister. |
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Location: DUMPING CATS AND PIGS IN TEXAS :) | Nice replies Ms. Loflin. You have tons of respect and admiration from most of us and you have earned it. I have no idea how you do what you do and stay positive. Good luck at the rest of the NFR and thanks for taking time out of your hectic schedule to post here. Ride on, girl! |
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Location: The edge of no where | I think that critiquing/discussing runs can be useful....BUT there is NO excuse for posts like this. NONE! This was nothing but rude and hateful. It shouldn't be tolerated on this board.
Why isn't she pushing Movin?? She's just been loping her the last few nights. It's kinda aggravating me Dx. I know that little mare can get some!
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Location: Carpenter, WY | tebar - 2013-12-09 8:13 AM There is a big difference in constructive criticism and being down right hateful. Hell, Brandie would of won every round if she would of rode Slim like I did watching from the stands but put me on him in the arena and the nightmare would begin. I could see things she might change and we woud talk about it but never in my wildest dream would I tell her she did a bad job. If your watching the NFR to see all the negative you need to stop watching or keep it to yourself.
 
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Location: The edge of no where | dianeguinn - 2013-12-09 10:21 AM tebar - 2013-12-09 10:13 AM There is a big difference in constructive criticism and being down right hateful. Hell, Brandie would of won every round if she would of rode Slim like I did watching from the stands but put me on him in the arena and the nightmare would begin. I could see things she might change and we woud talk about it but never in my wildest dream would I tell her she did a bad job. If your watching the NFR to see all the negative you need to stop watching or keep it to yourself. Amen. I have ridden a crotch rocket like Fallon is on and let me tell you there was many times I COULDN'T let go of the horn going to the 3rd because I'd get blown out the back....I rode idiots and outlaws for years before I got a horse that was the caliber of the horses you're watching and let me tell you, it's a whole different ball game. It's like going from driving a Volkswagen to driving a NASCAR. How many of you could jump into a NASCAR car right now and drive with Kyle Gordon? You'd probably be scared out of your wits, and these horses are the same way. I used to tell my husband that it's like standing up in the back of a pickup going 50 mph and then trying to stay there when the pickup turns a donut....not easy. I was SOOO impressed that Christy was able to recover when Movin popped her out on the 3rd....the centrifugal force of those horses on the turns is unbelievable and if you've never ridden one of that caliber, trust me, you don't know what it's like. You have to be very strong and your reflexes have to be very quick to stay with them because by the time you THINK about doing something, it's already too late. I can no longer ride a horse like that and I know it, and I am so in awe of what these women are doing and what they are clocking!! Heck a high 13 isn't even placing!!! I've been very impressed with the caliber of horses and riders that are there this year. I think it's the toughest pen of horses and riders we've seen yet, and I feel certain there will be a new arena record before it's over.
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Location: Bastrop, Texas | lookout hill - 2013-12-09 10:15 AM HotbearLVR - 2013-12-09 9:08 AM lookout hill - 2013-12-09 9:54 AM I do believe that professional athletes have to develop a thick skin because they get paid millions of dollars & their team owners get very hefty tax revenues to build/remodel their stadiums from us tax payers. Last I checked those that rodeo only get paid when they win money in a round. I have been known to yell at the tv about a bone headed play or the football player not missing a tackle or not finding the obvious hole in the defensive line but these guys get paid millions of dollars & shuttled from City to City on private planes. These rodeo folks are out there day & night working their butts off trying to work, spend time with family, travel from place to place & make enough money to keep going. I would never post on a forum of any nature bashing someone who is doing something that I (and a majority of you) will never have the opportunity to do. I think whatever the amount that is earned, if they are truly "professional" then they need to realize that their will be critics and critiques. It's the fans that ultimately pay them whatever they earn, so that's part of the price that pro athletes have to learn to pay. Otherwise, where do you draw the line, salary/earnings wise? $50,000? $150,000? $1,000,000? Why should pro barrel racers be treated with kid gloves any more than any other pro athlete? Many critiques end up being legitimate, while many others are just mean. Unfortunately, there's no way of silencing the asses. For instance, I saw that Fallon Taylor was really reining her horse off the 3rd and it seemed to be making Baby Flo worse. I also noticed she was hanging on to the horn all the way to the 3rd, and I thought a two handed approach might work better. There's nothing wrong with a fan voicing a comment like that, is there? Pro athletes take a lot of crap, but they also get plenty of sunshine blown up their butts as well.
I would never offer my unsolicited opinion to a professional athlete or barrel racer either in person or on a forum.
Again, I think the standard should be the same for all professional athletes. By definition, practically all fans do not have the same level of talent as the athlete/competitor. I think it is naive to think that fans are going to always be nice and tactful. One vital requirement of the professional athlete is that he/she maintain an ability to stay focused on what's important, and ignore the distractions. Barrel racers, football players, bowlers, baseball players, whatever.....they all have to put up with it. That's just an unfortunate fact of life. Everyone is free to be an ass hole, if that's their goal. Barrel racers pride themselves on mental toughness, and that toughness ought to apply to the way they handle the armchair jockey. After all, were it not for armchair jockeys, they would be amateur. |
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Location: North Dakota | wyoming barrel racer - 2013-12-09 9:33 AM Swannranch - 2013-12-09 8:15 AM I wish we could have open and honest discussions here with out people getting "oh, you can't say that, they are at the NFR". I'm not, everyone knows that. But I'm not at the superbowl either and I can still talk about players performances.
Especially in a sport that is totaly dominated by men, we get up set if someone makes an observation. I know not every observation is correct, but this is a board about barrel racing!!!
I heard Joe B and Donny G both make remarks that were not mean, not meant to hurt anyones feelings but were totally accurate...like..he just over rode that bull, or what was he thinking??? Why take a risk like that in the early rounds... How can we ever be taken seriously...we might get our feelings hurt. AND that's how we learn.
I don't know all these horses but I can see. I would totally enjoy hearing TRUE HONEST opinions of the horses, the riders (I don't care about fasion so...)
I have to agree with this. I have been to shows, barrel races, ropings, you name it, and there are always people discussing the performers. I don't see why we can't NICELY ask about issues someone is having. I have seen ropers go for a month without missing, get to a big event and miss every steer. EVERYONE talks about it. WOW, I wonder what is going on, maybe his hand is hurt, maybe its a new horse etc etc. It takes thick skin to get to the top, and requires it in the real world as well. Let's not be nasty in our remarks of those at the NFR, but we don't need to shun those that are curious as to why it is not going so well for those there also.
Because in true competitors nature, we want any one that beats us, to FAIL!
That's right folks I admitted it! If the winners aren't "human" and mess up from time to time, then there is no way "we" will ever be good enough to win! (whether its a jackpot/rodeo/finals or Las Vegas) People are mean and that is all there is to it! I'm never ceased to be amazed at how people's filters don't work, just because you think it doesn't mean you have to say it (unlike me, now, I said it)
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Location: Displaced Iowegian | MS2011 - 2013-12-09 10:24 AM I think that critiquing/discussing runs can be useful....BUT there is NO excuse for posts like this. NONE! This was nothing but rude and hateful. It shouldn't be tolerated on this board.
Why isn't she pushing Movin?? She's just been loping her the last few nights. It's kinda aggravating me Dx. I know that little mare can get some!
Oh and Fallon. Is she gonna hit a barrel tomorrow night?? I seriously wonder how she's made it to the NFR if she's hitting barrels like that
I AGREE......her post wasn't just a "simple" question or discussion it was way more accusatory! and RUDE ! ! ! ! Big difference in a "discussion".......
And I also agree that it is a big difference in discussing these ladies vs. "sports athletes"....how many of those athletes do YOU know on a "personal" level? The NFR competitiors are at races and jackpots all over the country and relate to their fans on a PERSONAL level! |
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Location: DUMPING CATS AND PIGS IN TEXAS :) | Just an observation from Facebook....Taylor Jacob took a picture next to a young fan and it showed just how small she is. She has to be a one waist size......which makes it even more impressive that these ladies are so small and hanging on to these crotch rocket's. I have no idea how they do it. Amazing. |
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Location: Northern CA | Hahaha, This is kind of funny really. I wonder if they have a team roping discussion board where they talk about why Derrick Begay and Ceasar De La Cruz can't seem to get off the bottom of the average, or a bull riding forum with a discussion where they talk about why Tyler Willis just won't hold on tighter so he will quit falling off in the first 3 seconds. I kind of doubt it. |
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Location: 100 miles from Nowhere, AR | halter_ego - 2013-12-09 10:42 AM
Hahaha, This is kind of funny really. I wonder if they have a team roping discussion board where they talk about why Derrick Begay and Ceasar De La Cruz can't seem to get off the bottom of the average, or a bull riding forum with a discussion where they talk about why Tyler Willis just won't hold on tighter so he will quit falling off in the first 3 seconds. I kind of doubt it.
Actually, I'm pretty sure they do. Drama Queens are not restricted to barrel racers. Sometimes I think the roping boards are worse than we are. LOL |
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Location: Arkansas | dianeguinn - 2013-12-09 10:21 AM tebar - 2013-12-09 10:13 AM There is a big difference in constructive criticism and being down right hateful. Hell, Brandie would of won every round if she would of rode Slim like I did watching from the stands but put me on him in the arena and the nightmare would begin. I could see things she might change and we woud talk about it but never in my wildest dream would I tell her she did a bad job. If your watching the NFR to see all the negative you need to stop watching or keep it to yourself. Amen. I have ridden a crotch rocket like Fallon is on and let me tell you there was many times I COULDN'T let go of the horn going to the 3rd because I'd get blown out the back....I rode idiots and outlaws for years before I got a horse that was the caliber of the horses you're watching and let me tell you, it's a whole different ball game. It's like going from driving a Volkswagen to driving a NASCAR. How many of you could jump into a NASCAR car right now and drive with Kyle Gordon? You'd probably be scared out of your wits, and these horses are the same way. I used to tell my husband that it's like standing up in the back of a pickup going 50 mph and then trying to stay there when the pickup turns a donut....not easy. I was SOOO impressed that Christy was able to recover when Movin popped her out on the 3rd....the centrifugal force of those horses on the turns is unbelievable and if you've never ridden one of that caliber, trust me, you don't know what it's like. You have to be very strong and your reflexes have to be very quick to stay with them because by the time you THINK about doing something, it's already too late. I can no longer ride a horse like that and I know it, and I am so in awe of what these women are doing and what they are clocking!! Heck a high 13 isn't even placing!!! I've been very impressed with the caliber of horses and riders that are there this year. I think it's the toughest pen of horses and riders we've seen yet, and I feel certain there will be a new arena record before it's over.
OMG Diane, I so agree with you and am glad you said it. I didn't want to take the time to write it.. When you are on one like that, everything you do is a reaction.. There's no time to think.. I've been lucky to have two of them but, everytime I got into the top 15 during the year something would happen.. So, just because you have the horse doesn't mean you can make it either.. Besides being able to ride well enough, there's alot of outside things and just plain luck that all have to fall into place to be able to get to the finals.. It is a long, hard road and can be very uplifting and very depressing and frustrating.. It is mentally and physically hard on you too..But, the rewards are unbelievable when it all works out!! LOL These girls are at at whole different level than most.. Plus, at the finals, you are running against the top 15 BEST barrel racers in the world, one right after the other for 10 performances in a row!! I know they run against each other all year, but this is a whole different ball game.. |
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Location: 100 miles from Nowhere, AR | Btw, I do agree that the original post could have been worded a lot better. And I'm not seeing anyone loping through or not trying. But just an example, I've had some discussions with friends about riders jerking outside reins, or a certain one who is tall for her horse leaning and laying and hitting barrels. But she's been leaning all over that horse all year and winning, so why is it not working here? Just for the record, I am a HUGE Christy Loflin fan and I loved that she was able to joke about going ass over teakettle on her awesome little mare. With my issues, I would have done a triple somersault and landed on my head inside the roping box.
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Location: South Dakota | loflin06 - 2013-12-09 8:07 AM There is no doubt that this week has been a struggle for a few of us. This pen is the toughest pen you will run in all year and and for me personally I'm have a little tough time getting my timing right. On top of that we all have 500 people texting and commenting on how to ride, what we are doing wrong and how they hate what we are wearing. What you don't see is the top 15 are busy from 5am until 11 pm working, meeting with fans and special needs children, meetings and a million other things that pull us in a million different directions. We are blessed to be here but please keep in mind and respect that we all deserve to be here, worked our butts off, made sacrafices that others wouldn't have the courage to and earned our spots because we are the top 15 in the world. This is a great group of girls that represent our sport very well. So if we hit ten barrels and fall off and disappoint you a with how we ride please at least respect us enough to stay positive. We are doing the best we can. :)
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Location: DUMPING CATS AND PIGS IN TEXAS :) | rodeochick123 - 2013-12-09 11:14 AM Why is blanchard not on Twisted sister?
I'm guessing, Twisted Sister is a little too twisted.....I am dying to see her ride again though. The other horse she is riding seems like sunshine and daisies compared to sister lol. |
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| loflin06 - 2013-12-09 8:07 AM
There is no doubt that this week has been a struggle for a few of us. This pen is the toughest pen you will run in all year and and for me personally I'm have a little tough time getting my timing right. On top of that we all have 500 people texting and commenting on how to ride, what we are doing wrong and how they hate what we are wearing. What you don't see is the top 15 are busy from 5am until 11 pm working, meeting with fans and special needs children, meetings and a million other things that pull us in a million different directions. We are blessed to be here but please keep in mind and respect that we all deserve to be here, worked our butts off, made sacrafices that others wouldn't have the courage to and earned our spots because we are the top 15 in the world. This is a great group of girls that represent our sport very well. So if we hit ten barrels and fall off and disappoint you a with how we ride please at least respect us enough to stay positive. We are doing the best we can.
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You tell em!
People, keep in mind that the riders are human and the horses are not machines or computers. Personalities, emotions, excitement, exhaustion, adrenaline, EXPECTATIONS self-imposed or from others … the knowledge and memories of the sacrifices you or your family made so you can be there … whether its missing a kids Christmas program or having to eat Ramen noodles on the road … things that not everyone can control perfectly all collide at this pen at one time. Things could be better for some … and worse for others. How many of us have said, "I need to go ride, but … it's too cold, I'm tired, no one to watch the kids …." Instead of questioning, let's celebrate our sport and cheer on those girls who rode when it was cold, practiced when they were tired, found someone to watch their kids (or developed a play pen of sorts).
I want each to do awesome! They've worked hard to get there and work hard while they're there … with sponsorship appearances, etc. While you qualify, as I understand it, the NFR is more than a rodeo … it's a PRODUCTION and in order for it to have the success its had, sponsorships are necessary, not just for the contestants, but for the overall show itself and with sponsorship opportunities come responsibilities.
Wishing all 15 the best!
ETA: of my soapbox now …
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Location: SE Louisiana | Fun2Run - 2013-12-09 10:13 AM
loflin06 - 2013-12-09 8:07 AM There is no doubt that this week has been a struggle for a few of us. This pen is the toughest pen you will run in all year and and for me personally I'm have a little tough time getting my timing right. On top of that we all have 500 people texting and commenting on how to ride, what we are doing wrong and how they hate what we are wearing. What you don't see is the top 15 are busy from 5am until 11 pm working, meeting with fans and special needs children, meetings and a million other things that pull us in a million different directions. We are blessed to be here but please keep in mind and respect that we all deserve to be here, worked our butts off, made sacrafices that others wouldn't have the courage to and earned our spots because we are the top 15 in the world. This is a great group of girls that represent our sport very well. So if we hit ten barrels and fall off and disappoint you a with how we ride please at least respect us enough to stay positive. We are doing the best we can. :)
Wow - what a classy young lady! You are good for the sport!
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Location: Riding Crackhead. | fatchance - 2013-12-09 10:15 AM Swannranch - 2013-12-09 7:15 AM I wish we could have open and honest discussions here with out people getting "oh, you can't say that, they are at the NFR". I'm not, everyone knows that. But I'm not at the superbowl either and I can still talk about players performances.
Especially in a sport that is totaly dominated by men, we get up set if someone makes an observation. I know not every observation is correct, but this is a board about barrel racing!!!
I heard Joe B and Donny G both make remarks that were not mean, not meant to hurt anyones feelings but were totally accurate...like..he just over rode that bull, or what was he thinking??? Why take a risk like that in the early rounds... How can we ever be taken seriously...we might get our feelings hurt. AND that's how we learn.
I don't know all these horses but I can see. I would totally enjoy hearing TRUE HONEST opinions of the horses, the riders (I don't care about fasion so...)
I agree, but here is the catalyst for this thread heading south. The poster was rude on how she worded her questions.
Also when one can't lope a correct pattern it's hard to understand why they would feel they had a right to say anything about those that have worked their assets off to get there to the NFR.
We can discuss the runners in my opinion but in doing so we subject ourselves into the question, can we walk that walk, meaning could we ride those crotch rockets and not only stay on but run below a 14 second time to try and place. Many of us have run in small pens and there is little time to correct things going south. A blind first barrel and if you hit that wrong your playing catch up the rest of the run. The horses that are struggling are tight runners, they always give their riders fits at the Thomas & Mack. I can't imagine having to run 10 days there and keeping my equine partner honest. That is why I am in Awe for those that do, and they remain in that average.
The mindset the riders must have out there is something most will never have to worry about....SO before we open our mouths, let's just be fair about it.
Again a big ole tip of my Resistol hat to all at the NFR, and thank you.
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Location: SE Louisiana | dianeguinn - 2013-12-09 10:21 AM
tebar - 2013-12-09 10:13 AM
There is a big difference in constructive criticism and being down right hateful. Hell, Brandie would of won every round if she would of rode Slim like I did watching from the stands but put me on him in the arena and the nightmare would begin. I could see things she might change and we woud talk about it but never in my wildest dream would I tell her she did a bad job. If your watching the NFR to see all the negative you need to stop watching or keep it to yourself.
Amen. I have ridden a crotch rocket like Fallon is on and let me tell you there was many times I COULDN'T let go of the horn going to the 3rd because I'd get blown out the back....I rode idiots and outlaws for years before I got a horse that was the caliber of the horses you're watching and let me tell you, it's a whole different ball game. It's like going from driving a Volkswagen to driving a NASCAR. How many of you could jump into a NASCAR car right now and drive with Kyle Gordon? You'd probably be scared out of your wits, and these horses are the same way. I used to tell my husband that it's like standing up in the back of a pickup going 50 mph and then trying to stay there when the pickup turns a donut....not easy. I was SOOO impressed that Christy was able to recover when Movin popped her out on the 3rd....the centrifugal force of those horses on the turns is unbelievable and if you've never ridden one of that caliber, trust me, you don't know what it's like. You have to be very strong and your reflexes have to be very quick to stay with them because by the time you THINK about doing something, it's already too late. I can no longer ride a horse like that and I know it, and I am so in awe of what these women are doing and what they are clocking!! Heck a high 13 isn't even placing!!! I've been very impressed with the caliber of horses and riders that are there this year. I think it's the toughest pen of horses and riders we've seen yet, and I feel certain there will be a new arena record before it's over.
Oh I dunno Diane. You're a pretty good rider in your own right, and I think with enough Super Glue and rope... we could keep you in the saddle. |
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Location: In The Snow, AZ | LRQHS - 2013-12-09 9:16 AM
rodeochick123 - 2013-12-09 11:14 AM Why is blanchard not on Twisted sister?
I'm guessing, Twisted Sister is a little too twisted.....I am dying to see her ride again though. The other horse she is riding seems like sunshine and daisies compared to sister lol.
So am I! Twisted Sister seems nutty, but I want to see her back in the arena. She's a firecracker. |
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| Next to Heaven - 2013-12-09 6:26 AM
loflin06 - 2013-12-09 8:07 AM
There is no doubt that this week has been a struggle for a few of us. This pen is the toughest pen you will run in all year and and for me personally I'm have a little tough time getting my timing right. On top of that we all have 500 people texting and commenting on how to ride, what we are doing wrong and how they hate what we are wearing. What you don't see is the top 15 are busy from 5am until 11 pm working, meeting with fans and special needs children, meetings and a million other things that pull us in a million different directions. We are blessed to be here but please keep in mind and respect that we all deserve to be here, worked our butts off, made sacrafices that others wouldn't have the courage to and earned our spots because we are the top 15 in the world. This is a great group of girls that represent our sport very well. So if we hit ten barrels and fall off and disappoint you a with how we ride please at least respect us enough to stay positive. We are doing the best we can.
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This is why I love you. You're so classy. Keep it up girl!
This is why you are by far my favorite girl on the circuit.
I can't stand how every year during the NFR 20,000 amateurs suddenly become professionals and feel the need and right to tell the top girls how to run barrels. |
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Location: Riding Crackhead. | Three 4 Luck - 2013-12-09 9:05 AM CYA Ranch - 2013-12-08 11:59 PM Please dont start knocking how girls are riding. This attitude is why I mostly avoid BHW during the NFR. One of my favorite things is to critique the girls' runs with other people--it's educational-- but God forbid you point out someone's mistakes on here.
I'm sorry you feel that way but I respectfully disagree. I have the utmost respect for the girls that can ride the horses of that caliber. |
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| SKM - 2013-12-09 11:08 AM
I really wonder if all the people telling these ladies how they should ride have ever been on a true rodeo horse? Or how many are even old enough to be a member of the WPRA? Because if you have never competed at a large venue RODEO...should you really be giving advice on how to ride at one? Probably not.
I read this before I went to bed last night and didn't reply because I was pretty sure it was just some troll trying to stir the pot, and if not that then it was a chicken critiquing the eagle's flight. Pretty silly.
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| I wasn't trying to be rude. And for that I am very sorry. Mrs. Loflin, please except my apologies. I didn't think I asked it a rude way but I guess I did. I can't defend myself here and I wont because I was wrong. I didn't realize I was being rude, and I am a fan of Loflin. I am just really sorry, I didn't mean for it to sound rude. |
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Location: Haslet, Texas | BaylenJaxs - 2013-12-08 11:46 PM Why isn't she pushing Movin?? She's just been loping her the last few nights. It's kinda aggravating me Dx. I know that little mare can get some! Oh and Fallon. Is she gonna hit a barrel tomorrow night?? I seriously wonder how she's made it to the NFR if she's hitting barrels like that.
It just looks like she is loping but that is really called smooth. Smooth is always faster than it looks. |
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Location: SE Louisiana | BaylenJaxs - 2013-12-09 12:09 PM
I wasn't trying to be rude. And for that I am very sorry. Mrs. Loflin, please except my apologies. I didn't think I asked it a rude way but I guess I did. I can't defend myself here and I wont because I was wrong. I didn't realize I was being rude, and I am a fan of Loflin. I am just really sorry, I didn't mean for it to sound rude.
Well said... and thanx for posting the events on YouTube for us to watch! |
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| hwh - 2013-12-09 12:10 PM
BaylenJaxs - 2013-12-08 11:46 PM Why isn't she pushing Movin?? She's just been loping her the last few nights. It's kinda aggravating me Dx. I know that little mare can get some! Oh and Fallon. Is she gonna hit a barrel tomorrow night?? I seriously wonder how she's made it to the NFR if she's hitting barrels like that.
It just looks like she is loping but that is really called smooth. Smooth is always faster than it looks.
I didn't say anything bad about her run I enjoyed it.... I just asked a question I didn't mean for it to be taken rudely and I didn't know I was being rude. I do apologize. |
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Location: 31 lengths farms | loflin06 - 2013-12-10 6:07 AM
There is no doubt that this week has been a struggle for a few of us. This pen is the toughest pen you will run in all year and and for me personally I'm have a little tough time getting my timing right. On top of that we all have 500 people texting and commenting on how to ride, what we are doing wrong and how they hate what we are wearing. What you don't see is the top 15 are busy from 5am until 11 pm working, meeting with fans and special needs children, meetings and a million other things that pull us in a million different directions. We are blessed to be here but please keep in mind and respect that we all deserve to be here, worked our butts off, made sacrafices that others wouldn't have the courage to and earned our spots because we are the top 15 in the world. This is a great group of girls that represent our sport very well. So if we hit ten barrels and fall off and disappoint you a with how we ride please at least respect us enough to stay positive. We are doing the best we can.
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All I have to say is God Bless you!!! You are my hero in this sport. We could all use a daily dosage of your optimism and postiviity if that is even a word. Positivity. Now I've said it twice so it is officially a word. You and Movin' are a team and together you will conquer this too!!!! Pass by the naysayers, ride the horse you worked your butt of to get back here on and please keep sharing your outlook as we ALL could use it!!! |
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Location: Colorado | SKM - 2013-12-09 11:08 AM I really wonder if all the people telling these ladies how they should ride have ever been on a true rodeo horse? Or how many are even old enough to be a member of the WPRA? Because if you have never competed at a large venue RODEO...should you really be giving advice on how to ride at one? Probably not.
I doubt some of them have been to a Rodeo. Much less on a Rodeo Horse.
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Location: My Own Little World | Ok, I haven't read all the posts on here but here's my 2 cents: These athletes (horses & riders) didn't just recieve a free pass to the NFR. It took grit, sacrifice, & determination to get there. The OP did come off with a "I could do better" attitude. Now, I watch every run with the though of "learning". I want to see what makes a fast run, what didn't seem to work, etc. I have had the pleasure of running down that alley at the T & M. (during the Las Vgeas Heldorado in the early 90's) Let me tell you how HARD it is to have those kind of reflexes while PUSHING your horse to the WALL. The barrels are like 15' off the fence. Any horse that has any self preservation, DOES NOT have a desire to RUN to the wall. That arena can make the most free running of horse VERY ratey. Now, I too, am the BEST athlete from my couch lol. I not only run a PERFECT barrel pattern, but I also coach ropers, steer wrestlers, and all rough stock events! AND, during Olympic years, I am an Olympic coach; everything from downhill skiing to rhythmic gymnastics lol. I'm also a TOP NOTCH spotter for many NASCAR teams. All from the comfort of my couch. I'm a pretty humble person about my skills, I don't even charge a fee for my advice |
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Location: Haslet, Texas | BaylenJaxs - 2013-12-09 12:13 PM hwh - 2013-12-09 12:10 PM BaylenJaxs - 2013-12-08 11:46 PM Why isn't she pushing Movin?? She's just been loping her the last few nights. It's kinda aggravating me Dx. I know that little mare can get some! Oh and Fallon. Is she gonna hit a barrel tomorrow night?? I seriously wonder how she's made it to the NFR if she's hitting barrels like that. It just looks like she is loping but that is really called smooth. Smooth is always faster than it looks. I didn't say anything bad about her run I enjoyed it.... I just asked a question I didn't mean for it to be taken rudely and I didn't know I was being rude. I do apologize.
I know, I just thought maybe you didn't understand how being a smooth rider can make it look slow. Thanks for the apology to Christy, that was nice. When Christy slowed down it allowed her to make a better first barrel and that makes the other two barrels better...ergo a much better run. She knows what she's doing. |
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| BaylenJaxs - 2013-12-09 12:13 PM
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BaylenJaxs - 2013-12-08 11:46 PM Why isn't she pushing Movin?? She's just been loping her the last few nights. It's kinda aggravating me Dx. I know that little mare can get some! Oh and Fallon. Is she gonna hit a barrel tomorrow night?? I seriously wonder how she's made it to the NFR if she's hitting barrels like that.
It just looks like she is loping but that is really called smooth. Smooth is always faster than it looks.
I didn't say anything bad about her run I enjoyed it.... I just asked a question I didn't mean for it to be taken rudely and I didn't know I was being rude. I do apologize.
I didn't think you were being rude! Some people on here look for any opportunity to start drama! I just took it that you are anxious for her to win a round and hit their groove. The Fallon comment might have been a little harsh but your right she needs to figure something out soon I would really like to see what her a baby flo can do!
Oh, HWH, my comment has nothing to do with yours, yours just happen to be what I clicked on.
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Location: 100 miles from Nowhere, AR | CYA Ranch - 2013-12-09 12:02 PM
Three 4 Luck - 2013-12-09 9:05 AM CYA Ranch - 2013-12-08 11:59 PM Please dont start knocking how girls are riding. This attitude is why I mostly avoid BHW during the NFR. One of my favorite things is to critique the girls' runs with other people--it's educational-- but God forbid you point out someone's mistakes on here.
It has nothing to do with respect or lack there-of. I have been around enough to have a pretty good idea of what they are up against just to get there and would never try to take that from ANYONE. And there is a witchy way and an honest straight-forward way to critique. The fact remains, every one of them will do great things and make mistakes during the week and we can learn from discussing it. Every time I or anyone else have tried in the last few years, we have been told to shut up if you don't think the Top 15 walk on water. I promise I'm cheering for all of them, even the ones I don't care for on a personal level because I do respect their accomplishments and the talent of their horses. I hate to see anyone go home without a check, but I also have my favorites. That is completely separate from picking apart a performance for the sake of education. In fact, I'm probably more apt to closely analyze a rider I admire because I want I ride like them. I've already had a lightbulb moment on hand position this week that I hope will help me hit fewer barrels on my gelding. And that came from watching the mistakes and comparing with who did it right on a horse with similar style to mine. |
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| JRC - 2013-12-09 12:19 PM
BaylenJaxs - 2013-12-09 12:13 PM
hwh - 2013-12-09 12:10 PM
BaylenJaxs - 2013-12-08 11:46 PM Why isn't she pushing Movin?? She's just been loping her the last few nights. It's kinda aggravating me Dx. I know that little mare can get some! Oh and Fallon. Is she gonna hit a barrel tomorrow night?? I seriously wonder how she's made it to the NFR if she's hitting barrels like that.
It just looks like she is loping but that is really called smooth. Smooth is always faster than it looks.
I didn't say anything bad about her run I enjoyed it.... I just asked a question I didn't mean for it to be taken rudely and I didn't know I was being rude. I do apologize.
I didn't think you were being rude! Some people on here look for any opportunity to start drama! I just took it that you are anxious for her to win a round and hit their groove. The Fallon comment might have been a little harsh but your right she needs to figure something out soon I would really like to see what her a baby flo can do!
Oh, HWH, my comment has nothing to do with yours, yours just happen to be what I clicked on.
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Location: DUMPING CATS AND PIGS IN TEXAS :) | BaylenJaxs - 2013-12-09 12:23 PM JRC - 2013-12-09 12:19 PM BaylenJaxs - 2013-12-09 12:13 PM hwh - 2013-12-09 12:10 PM BaylenJaxs - 2013-12-08 11:46 PM Why isn't she pushing Movin?? She's just been loping her the last few nights. It's kinda aggravating me Dx. I know that little mare can get some! Oh and Fallon. Is she gonna hit a barrel tomorrow night?? I seriously wonder how she's made it to the NFR if she's hitting barrels like that. It just looks like she is loping but that is really called smooth. Smooth is always faster than it looks. I didn't say anything bad about her run I enjoyed it.... I just asked a question I didn't mean for it to be taken rudely and I didn't know I was being rude. I do apologize. I didn't think you were being rude! Some people on here look for any opportunity to start drama! I just took it that you are anxious for her to win a round and hit their groove. The Fallon comment might have been a little harsh but your right she needs to figure something out soon I would really like to see what her a baby flo can do! Oh, HWH, my comment has nothing to do with yours, yours just happen to be what I clicked on. I am, because I know that little mare can get it. I am really sorry... Shouldn't have asked it in that way.
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Location: Riding Crackhead. | Three 4 Luck - 2013-12-09 12:23 PM CYA Ranch - 2013-12-09 12:02 PM Three 4 Luck - 2013-12-09 9:05 AM CYA Ranch - 2013-12-08 11:59 PM Please dont start knocking how girls are riding. This attitude is why I mostly avoid BHW during the NFR. One of my favorite things is to critique the girls' runs with other people--it's educational-- but God forbid you point out someone's mistakes on here. It has nothing to do with respect or lack there-of. I have been around enough to have a pretty good idea of what they are up against just to get there and would never try to take that from ANYONE. And there is a witchy way and an honest straight-forward way to critique. The fact remains, every one of them will do great things and make mistakes during the week and we can learn from discussing it. Every time I or anyone else have tried in the last few years, we have been told to shut up if you don't think the Top 15 walk on water. I promise I'm cheering for all of them, even the ones I don't care for on a personal level because I do respect their accomplishments and the talent of their horses. I hate to see anyone go home without a check, but I also have my favorites. That is completely separate from picking apart a performance for the sake of education. In fact, I'm probably more apt to closely analyze a rider I admire because I want I ride like them. I've already had a lightbulb moment on hand position this week that I hope will help me hit fewer barrels on my gelding. And that came from watching the mistakes and comparing with who did it right on a horse with similar style to mine.
You are right 3 for Luck but my point was how the OP asked her question. It was in a very rude way when she obviously didn't know what she was talking about since Christy was in no way shape or form "loping" her horse through the pattern. As far as Fallon tipping the 3rd - ask.....how would you correct a horse that is having a problem tipping the 3rd instead of the way the OP asked it. I study each girl on hand and leg positions, when they sit, do they kick coming out of the tunnel or do they coast since its blind etc. I hit rewind on my DVR so much I'll run the remote batteries down but I do it to learn just like when I go to a local jackpot and watch other girls to learn from their accomplishments. |
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Location: SE Louisiana | LRQHS - 2013-12-09 12:27 PM BaylenJaxs - 2013-12-09 12:23 PM JRC - 2013-12-09 12:19 PM BaylenJaxs - 2013-12-09 12:13 PM hwh - 2013-12-09 12:10 PM BaylenJaxs - 2013-12-08 11:46 PM Why isn't she pushing Movin?? She's just been loping her the last few nights. It's kinda aggravating me Dx. I know that little mare can get some! Oh and Fallon. Is she gonna hit a barrel tomorrow night?? I seriously wonder how she's made it to the NFR if she's hitting barrels like that. It just looks like she is loping but that is really called smooth. Smooth is always faster than it looks. I didn't say anything bad about her run I enjoyed it.... I just asked a question I didn't mean for it to be taken rudely and I didn't know I was being rude. I do apologize. I didn't think you were being rude! Some people on here look for any opportunity to start drama! I just took it that you are anxious for her to win a round and hit their groove. The Fallon comment might have been a little harsh but your right she needs to figure something out soon I would really like to see what her a baby flo can do! Oh, HWH, my comment has nothing to do with yours, yours just happen to be what I clicked on. I am, because I know that little mare can get it. I am really sorry... Shouldn't have asked it in that way.
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Location: nj | These horses and women are fantastic.. but this a place to ask questions, comments, etc. So a long as it isn't a personal attack/slander (which gets the post shut down) then there is room to question. Could it be asked in a nice manner - probably - but someone on here always seems to get their panties in a wad even if the terms are gentle. Even a badly asked quesiton (which is how I took the start of this) can lead to reasons why people do things different ways. And that is all part of the learning experience I look for here. And I don't think you need to be an expert to post - if it is really silly or a troll - people should just ignore it. I think this years runs have been awesome, and I know that watching it up close (which I don't get to do this year ...Sob.. )takes my breath away. Take an example of wondering why someone doesn't go 2 handed.. there may be a reason why or it can be that they find it challenging to go 2 handed long enough (which makes me feel like I am not the only one!!). When it comes to the NFR most of us are arm chair quarterbacks - but what is different in this sport is that alot of us don't watch barrel racing , but actually do it - so discussing it from different perspectives and sharing what we think we should do shouldn't insult anyone. I don't think it insults the NFR women running but love hearing their input - since they are the ones experiencing the runs! |
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Location: SE Missouri | Komet - 2013-12-09 12:32 PM LRQHS - 2013-12-09 12:27 PM BaylenJaxs - 2013-12-09 12:23 PM JRC - 2013-12-09 12:19 PM BaylenJaxs - 2013-12-09 12:13 PM hwh - 2013-12-09 12:10 PM BaylenJaxs - 2013-12-08 11:46 PM Why isn't she pushing Movin?? She's just been loping her the last few nights. It's kinda aggravating me Dx. I know that little mare can get some! Oh and Fallon. Is she gonna hit a barrel tomorrow night?? I seriously wonder how she's made it to the NFR if she's hitting barrels like that. It just looks like she is loping but that is really called smooth. Smooth is always faster than it looks. I didn't say anything bad about her run I enjoyed it.... I just asked a question I didn't mean for it to be taken rudely and I didn't know I was being rude. I do apologize. I didn't think you were being rude! Some people on here look for any opportunity to start drama! I just took it that you are anxious for her to win a round and hit their groove. The Fallon comment might have been a little harsh but your right she needs to figure something out soon I would really like to see what her a baby flo can do! Oh, HWH, my comment has nothing to do with yours, yours just happen to be what I clicked on. I am, because I know that little mare can get it. I am really sorry... Shouldn't have asked it in that way. I still think that was a bad change in policy... I miss a good sacrifice once in a while...
Oh that made me laugh.. This post has been like a train wreck, I don't want to watch but I can't help it. Glad she apologized for her first borns sake.
I love watching the girls run, all of them. I have my less than favorites and my favorites but COMPLETELY respect each of them and what they have accomplished. I look forward to watching each and every run to see how it will play out. I follow them on facebook and twitter b/c they are doing what most of us, at some point, have dreamed of doing. Good luck to each qualifier. |
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Location: Southern OK aka God's Country | loflin06 - 2013-12-09 8:25 AM
I don't feel like I need to defend myself. I would just like for people to start changing their negitive minds to positive thoughts and give everyone a little inside perspective to what it's like to be under this kind of pressure. I am disappointed with how my week has gone but that does not define me as a rider. It won't be the last time I hit a barrel of almost fall off and it sure won't be the last time I win a check!:) Words are powerful and you can hurt someone or build them up and I always choose to try to be positive instead of being hurtful:)
Thank you so much for taking the time to post updates and pics!! I love scrolling FB and getting to see the behind the scenes action. That is really something for those of us who will most likely not get the chance to be there in your shoes. And I also love that you can laugh at yourself when you do make bobbles (like almost coming off and posting about it). I laughed out loud at some of your comments. It makes us realize that you're very real people that do things that all of us do at every level, and I think we all appreciate it and gives us even more cause to cheer you on. Good luck to you and all the others!! |
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Location: Canada | I always love how positive Christy is, and that's what truly makes a great inspirational barrel racing mentor to many. I wish I could be as positive as Christy. She's doing a fantastic job |
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| Frizzy Lindsay - 2013-12-09 2:42 PM
I always love how positive Christy is, and that's what truly makes a great inspirational barrel racing mentor to many. I wish I could be as positive as Christy. She's doing a fantastic job
I agree, she goes out of her way to stay optimistic, and I truly believe that pays off in the end! I have a couple friends who I keep super close, because they are that way, and it rubs off. Christy is doing amazing!! |
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Location: Kansas | Three 4 Luck - 2013-12-09 9:05 AM CYA Ranch - 2013-12-08 11:59 PM Please dont start knocking how girls are riding. This attitude is why I mostly avoid BHW during the NFR. One of my favorite things is to critique the girls' runs with other people--it's educational-- but God forbid you point out someone's mistakes on here.
There is a difference between critiquing how they are riding, or how their horse is running.......and downright trash talking on their runs.
We all as barrel racers, equestrians, and horse enthusiasts all have bad runs/bad days.....and we look back and say "well I could of did that better if I did this....." so forth, because that is how we LEARN from our mistakes........not allow others to broadcast it. Christy, you and moving are looking great, I'm rooting for you and Sherry the next rounds. Bring home a check!!!!!
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Location: 100 miles from Nowhere, AR | hoofs_in_motion - 2013-12-09 3:14 PM
Three 4 Luck - 2013-12-09 9:05 AM CYA Ranch - 2013-12-08 11:59 PM Please dont start knocking how girls are riding. This attitude is why I mostly avoid BHW during the NFR. One of my favorite things is to critique the girls' runs with other people--it's educational-- but God forbid you point out someone's mistakes on here.
We all as barrel racers, equestrians, and horse enthusiasts all have bad runs/bad days.....and we look back and say "well I could of did that better if I did this....." so forth, because that is how we LEARN from our mistakes........not allow others to broadcast it. Christy, you and moving are looking great, I'm rooting for you and Sherry the next rounds. Bring home a check!!!!!
I didn't see the OP's original post as anything constructive about christys run. Just my 2 cents.
I thought it was just badly written and was trying to give the OP the benefit of the doubt, but someone enlightened me that we have a pattern here. LOL |
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Location: Running barrels or watching nascar | rodeorun68 - 2013-12-09 10:17 AM
Ok, I haven't read all the posts on here but here's my 2 cents: These athletes (horses & riders) didn't just recieve a free pass to the NFR. It took grit, sacrifice, & determination to get there. The OP did come off with a "I could do better" attitude. Now, I watch every run with the though of "learning". I want to see what makes a fast run, what didn't seem to work, etc. I have had the pleasure of running down that alley at the T & M. (during the Las Vgeas Heldorado in the early 90's) Let me tell you how HARD it is to have those kind of reflexes while PUSHING your horse to the WALL. The barrels are like 15' off the fence. Any horse that has any self preservation, DOES NOT have a desire to RUN to the wall. That arena can make the most free running of horse VERY ratey. Now, I too, am the BEST athlete from my couch lol. I not only run a PERFECT barrel pattern, but I also coach ropers, steer wrestlers, and all rough stock events! AND, during Olympic years, I am an Olympic coach; everything from downhill skiing to rhythmic gymnastics lol. I'm also a TOP NOTCH spotter for many NASCAR teams. All from the comfort of my couch. I'm a pretty humble person about my skills, I don't even charge a fee for my advice
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| loflin06 - 2013-12-10 7:07 AM
There is no doubt that this week has been a struggle for a few of us. This pen is the toughest pen you will run in all year and and for me personally I'm have a little tough time getting my timing right. On top of that we all have 500 people texting and commenting on how to ride, what we are doing wrong and how they hate what we are wearing. What you don't see is the top 15 are busy from 5am until 11 pm working, meeting with fans and special needs children, meetings and a million other things that pull us in a million different directions. We are blessed to be here but please keep in mind and respect that we all deserve to be here, worked our butts off, made sacrafices that others wouldn't have the courage to and earned our spots because we are the top 15 in the world. This is a great group of girls that represent our sport very well. So if we hit ten barrels and fall off and disappoint you a with how we ride please at least respect us enough to stay positive. We are doing the best we can.
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| Three 4 Luck - 2013-12-09 3:47 PM
hoofs_in_motion - 2013-12-09 3:14 PM
Three 4 Luck - 2013-12-09 9:05 AM CYA Ranch - 2013-12-08 11:59 PM Please dont start knocking how girls are riding. This attitude is why I mostly avoid BHW during the NFR. One of my favorite things is to critique the girls' runs with other people--it's educational-- but God forbid you point out someone's mistakes on here.
We all as barrel racers, equestrians, and horse enthusiasts all have bad runs/bad days.....and we look back and say "well I could of did that better if I did this....." so forth, because that is how we LEARN from our mistakes........not allow others to broadcast it. Christy, you and moving are looking great, I'm rooting for you and Sherry the next rounds. Bring home a check!!!!!
I didn't see the OP's original post as anything constructive about christys run. Just my 2 cents.
Pattern of what?? I have said my apologies and Mrs. Loflin has excepted it and we talked it over. I wasn't meaning to be rude and she knows that. I should have worded it better but I wasn't thinking about it sounding rude. |
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Location: SE Louisiana | BaylenJaxs - 2013-12-09 4:43 PM Three 4 Luck - 2013-12-09 3:47 PM hoofs_in_motion - 2013-12-09 3:14 PM Three 4 Luck - 2013-12-09 9:05 AM CYA Ranch - 2013-12-08 11:59 PM Please dont start knocking how girls are riding. This attitude is why I mostly avoid BHW during the NFR. One of my favorite things is to critique the girls' runs with other people--it's educational-- but God forbid you point out someone's mistakes on here.
We all as barrel racers, equestrians, and horse enthusiasts all have bad runs/bad days.....and we look back and say "well I could of did that better if I did this....." so forth, because that is how we LEARN from our mistakes........not allow others to broadcast it. Christy, you and moving are looking great, I'm rooting for you and Sherry the next rounds. Bring home a check!!!!!
I didn't see the OP's original post as anything constructive about christys run. Just my 2 cents. Pattern of what?? I have said my apologies and Mrs. Loflin has excepted it and we talked it over. I wasn't meaning to be rude and she knows that. I should have worded it better but I wasn't thinking about it sounding rude.
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| I think people need to think before they type (thats all I am going to say about that and its not directed to just the OP, its been happening a lot on here lately).
But Christy, I hope you know that you are such an inspiration and I was more bummed than ever that I couldnt make this NFR because I am dying to see you and Movin in action!
I have the utmost respect for someone who lets the speed come and figured out their timing, setup, etc. We all know Movin can MOVE (even though her coast is still faster than probably any horse i've ridden)!!! I have no doubt that you guys will make noise in the T&M!!!!!
Keep being you and I hope one day, I get to meet you!!! Ride hard and win some money. Movin is working hard and she is a force to reckin with once she finally nails her mojo! A mare with that big of a heart is bound to do great things! |
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Keep doing what you love, and forget the rest! I LOVE watching each round on youtube! TOTAL HIGHLIGHT OF MY DAY!!!
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Location: Adopt a homeless pet - www.petfinder.com! | JustJokin - 2013-12-09 5:12 PM This thread needs to die
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Location: Under The Big Sky Of Texas | JustJokin - 2013-12-09 5:12 PM This thread needs to die
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Location: SE Louisiana | Southtxponygirl - 2013-12-09 5:26 PM
JustJokin - 2013-12-09 5:12 PM This thread needs to die
Not to sound mean, but there will be another not so nice thread made and then another and another.
Yeah... some of the folks have managed to deflect this subject using this thread... Lot of hard work to just throw it away.. |
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| terriblywickedgirl - 2013-12-09 4:20 PM
loflin06 - 2013-12-10 7:07 AM
There is no doubt that this week has been a struggle for a few of us. This pen is the toughest pen you will run in all year and and for me personally I'm have a little tough time getting my timing right. On top of that we all have 500 people texting and commenting on how to ride, what we are doing wrong and how they hate what we are wearing. What you don't see is the top 15 are busy from 5am until 11 pm working, meeting with fans and special needs children, meetings and a million other things that pull us in a million different directions. We are blessed to be here but please keep in mind and respect that we all deserve to be here, worked our butts off, made sacrafices that others wouldn't have the courage to and earned our spots because we are the top 15 in the world. This is a great group of girls that represent our sport very well. So if we hit ten barrels and fall off and disappoint you a with how we ride please at least respect us enough to stay positive. We are doing the best we can.
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Well said girl! Keep it up, you all deserve to be there and its been great watching every night!
To be honest I cannot even believe that you are there with what you have been through the past few months. You are one tough cookie. From the bottom of my heart I wish you the best of luck and super runs. I love to watch anyone who has made the accomplishments that all of you girls have made. It makes me feel good to know that there are people who have the drive that ALL of you at the NFR have. Remember that is very easy to criticize, especially when someone is clueless. Again best of luck to all of you. |
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| Honeymoney - 2013-12-09 6:50 PM
terriblywickedgirl - 2013-12-09 4:20 PM
loflin06 - 2013-12-10 7:07 AM
There is no doubt that this week has been a struggle for a few of us. This pen is the toughest pen you will run in all year and and for me personally I'm have a little tough time getting my timing right. On top of that we all have 500 people texting and commenting on how to ride, what we are doing wrong and how they hate what we are wearing. What you don't see is the top 15 are busy from 5am until 11 pm working, meeting with fans and special needs children, meetings and a million other things that pull us in a million different directions. We are blessed to be here but please keep in mind and respect that we all deserve to be here, worked our butts off, made sacrafices that others wouldn't have the courage to and earned our spots because we are the top 15 in the world. This is a great group of girls that represent our sport very well. So if we hit ten barrels and fall off and disappoint you a with how we ride please at least respect us enough to stay positive. We are doing the best we can.
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Well said girl! Keep it up, you all deserve to be there and its been great watching every night!
To be honest I cannot even believe that you are there with what you have been through the past few months. You are one tough cookie. From the bottom of my heart I wish you the best of luck and super runs. I love to watch anyone who has made the accomplishments that all of you girls have made. It makes me feel good to know that there are people who have the drive that ALL of you at the NFR have. Remember that is very easy to criticize, especially when someone is clueless. Again best of luck to all of you.
Well see I find it hard to hard to critcize because my couch isnt fast enough!!!!
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Location: Monticello, AR | loflin06 - 2013-12-09 8:07 AM There is no doubt that this week has been a struggle for a few of us. This pen is the toughest pen you will run in all year and and for me personally I'm have a little tough time getting my timing right. On top of that we all have 500 people texting and commenting on how to ride, what we are doing wrong and how they hate what we are wearing. What you don't see is the top 15 are busy from 5am until 11 pm working, meeting with fans and special needs children, meetings and a million other things that pull us in a million different directions. We are blessed to be here but please keep in mind and respect that we all deserve to be here, worked our butts off, made sacrafices that others wouldn't have the courage to and earned our spots because we are the top 15 in the world. This is a great group of girls that represent our sport very well. So if we hit ten barrels and fall off and disappoint you a with how we ride please at least respect us enough to stay positive. We are doing the best we can. :)
Can I like this more than once....what Christy said. AND she said it with grace, without stepping on toes that might need to be stepped on. Thank you from someone who has SO MUCH respect for the top 15 barrel racers in the world. You all ROCK!! |
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Location: Michigan | Christy, thank you so much for sharing as much as you do! You are really the first NFR competitor (at least that I've followed) that lets all of us see so much of what goes on backstage! It was great getting to know you during last year's NFR (getting to know you-- I really just mean stalking your facebook page). And now I feel like we all know you as the champion you are.
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Location: Kansas | BaylenJaxs - 2013-12-09 4:43 PM Three 4 Luck - 2013-12-09 3:47 PM hoofs_in_motion - 2013-12-09 3:14 PM Three 4 Luck - 2013-12-09 9:05 AM CYA Ranch - 2013-12-08 11:59 PM Please dont start knocking how girls are riding. This attitude is why I mostly avoid BHW during the NFR. One of my favorite things is to critique the girls' runs with other people--it's educational-- but God forbid you point out someone's mistakes on here.
We all as barrel racers, equestrians, and horse enthusiasts all have bad runs/bad days.....and we look back and say "well I could of did that better if I did this....." so forth, because that is how we LEARN from our mistakes........not allow others to broadcast it. Christy, you and moving are looking great, I'm rooting for you and Sherry the next rounds. Bring home a check!!!!!
I didn't see the OP's original post as anything constructive about christys run. Just my 2 cents. Pattern of what?? I have said my apologies and Mrs. Loflin has excepted it and we talked it over. I wasn't meaning to be rude and she knows that. I should have worded it better but I wasn't thinking about it sounding rude.
Relax and learn some humor, this board is full of different types of humor......We weren't being rude, just giving an opinion. |
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The Non Sky Diver
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Location: SE Louisiana | stayceem - 2013-12-09 7:11 PM
Honeymoney - 2013-12-09 6:50 PM
terriblywickedgirl - 2013-12-09 4:20 PM
loflin06 - 2013-12-10 7:07 AM
There is no doubt that this week has been a struggle for a few of us. This pen is the toughest pen you will run in all year and and for me personally I'm have a little tough time getting my timing right. On top of that we all have 500 people texting and commenting on how to ride, what we are doing wrong and how they hate what we are wearing. What you don't see is the top 15 are busy from 5am until 11 pm working, meeting with fans and special needs children, meetings and a million other things that pull us in a million different directions. We are blessed to be here but please keep in mind and respect that we all deserve to be here, worked our butts off, made sacrafices that others wouldn't have the courage to and earned our spots because we are the top 15 in the world. This is a great group of girls that represent our sport very well. So if we hit ten barrels and fall off and disappoint you a with how we ride please at least respect us enough to stay positive. We are doing the best we can.
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Well said girl! Keep it up, you all deserve to be there and its been great watching every night!
To be honest I cannot even believe that you are there with what you have been through the past few months. You are one tough cookie. From the bottom of my heart I wish you the best of luck and super runs. I love to watch anyone who has made the accomplishments that all of you girls have made. It makes me feel good to know that there are people who have the drive that ALL of you at the NFR have. Remember that is very easy to criticize, especially when someone is clueless. Again best of luck to all of you.
Well see I find it hard to hard to critcize because my couch isnt fast enough!!!!
Its actually my office chair most of the time!
What you need is a faster couch....
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| Komet - 2013-12-09 7:35 PM
stayceem - 2013-12-09 7:11 PM
Honeymoney - 2013-12-09 6:50 PM
terriblywickedgirl - 2013-12-09 4:20 PM
loflin06 - 2013-12-10 7:07 AM
There is no doubt that this week has been a struggle for a few of us. This pen is the toughest pen you will run in all year and and for me personally I'm have a little tough time getting my timing right. On top of that we all have 500 people texting and commenting on how to ride, what we are doing wrong and how they hate what we are wearing. What you don't see is the top 15 are busy from 5am until 11 pm working, meeting with fans and special needs children, meetings and a million other things that pull us in a million different directions. We are blessed to be here but please keep in mind and respect that we all deserve to be here, worked our butts off, made sacrafices that others wouldn't have the courage to and earned our spots because we are the top 15 in the world. This is a great group of girls that represent our sport very well. So if we hit ten barrels and fall off and disappoint you a with how we ride please at least respect us enough to stay positive. We are doing the best we can.
:)
Well said girl! Keep it up, you all deserve to be there and its been great watching every night!
To be honest I cannot even believe that you are there with what you have been through the past few months. You are one tough cookie. From the bottom of my heart I wish you the best of luck and super runs. I love to watch anyone who has made the accomplishments that all of you girls have made. It makes me feel good to know that there are people who have the drive that ALL of you at the NFR have. Remember that is very easy to criticize, especially when someone is clueless. Again best of luck to all of you.
Well see I find it hard to hard to critcize because my couch isnt fast enough!!!!
Its actually my office chair most of the time!
What you need is a faster couch....
That my friend is what i called problem solving!!! |
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Location: Probably On the Road to the Next Barrel Race! | BaylenJaxs - 2013-12-08 11:46 PM
Why isn't she pushing Movin?? She's just been loping her the last few nights. It's kinda aggravating me Dx. I know that little mare can get some!
Oh and Fallon. Is she gonna hit a barrel tomorrow night?? I seriously wonder how she's made it to the NFR if she's hitting barrels like that.
You are rude and condescending. As far as Fallon and her third barrel last night, we watched it slo mo about 3 times, and it was very obvious Flo was shouldering, and Fallon was riding and lifting Flos shoulder in a very aggressive and correct manner, it just didn't work. |
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The Non Sky Diver
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Location: SE Louisiana | CrossCreek - 2013-12-09 8:38 PM
BaylenJaxs - 2013-12-08 11:46 PM
Why isn't she pushing Movin?? She's just been loping her the last few nights. It's kinda aggravating me Dx. I know that little mare can get some!
Oh and Fallon. Is she gonna hit a barrel tomorrow night?? I seriously wonder how she's made it to the NFR if she's hitting barrels like that.
You are rude and condescending. As far as Fallon and her third barrel last night, we watched it slo mo about 3 times, and it was very obvious Flo was shouldering, and Fallon was riding and lifting Flos shoulder in a very aggressive and correct manner, it just didn't work.
Yes..Yes.. she has already apologized and everybody moved on... stop it already.. |
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Location: Probably On the Road to the Next Barrel Race! | Yes I SEE that now after wading through 9 pages of posts. |
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| Three 4 Luck - 2013-12-09 12:23 PM
CYA Ranch - 2013-12-09 12:02 PM
Three 4 Luck - 2013-12-09 9:05 AM CYA Ranch - 2013-12-08 11:59 PM Please dont start knocking how girls are riding. This attitude is why I mostly avoid BHW during the NFR. One of my favorite things is to critique the girls' runs with other people--it's educational-- but God forbid you point out someone's mistakes on here.
It has nothing to do with respect or lack there-of. I have been around enough to have a pretty good idea of what they are up against just to get there and would never try to take that from ANYONE. And there is a witchy way and an honest straight-forward way to critique. The fact remains, every one of them will do great things and make mistakes during the week and we can learn from discussing it. Every time I or anyone else have tried in the last few years, we have been told to shut up if you don't think the Top 15 walk on water. I promise I'm cheering for all of them, even the ones I don't care for on a personal level because I do respect their accomplishments and the talent of their horses. I hate to see anyone go home without a check, but I also have my favorites. That is completely separate from picking apart a performance for the sake of education. In fact, I'm probably more apt to closely analyze a rider I admire because I want I ride like them. I've already had a lightbulb moment on hand position this week that I hope will help me hit fewer barrels on my gelding. And that came from watching the mistakes and comparing with who did it right on a horse with similar style to mine.
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