Brian Massey, 3X IFR Champion reminisces about an odd experience while “on the rodeo road”

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Indianapolis, IN after the rodeo, a gentleman came up to us and started a conversation, probably about what a big rodeo fan he was, or something like that.  He then invited us to his home to eat.  Since he was of Hispanic descent, he promised us an authentic Mexican meal.  Although we were a little suspicious of his motives, far be it from us to turn down a free meal.  So off we go, our crew consisting of one bareback rider, one barrel racer, and a few bull riders (who’s counting, right?).  It was a little nerve racking since none of us had been to the bank in a while and it was a prime opportunity for an ambush.  But as it turned out, the guy really did cook a great meal for the whole lot of us, and showed us great hospitality.  Good Times!!!

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3 X IFR Champion Brian Massey Shares a Funny Experience from the Road…..

Brian Massey

 

Anyone who’s ever entered two rodeos on the same day knows that it can be a delicate operation.  Such was the case when we were in the northeast trying to make it from Rodeo #1 to Rodeo #2 before they kicked the latch on me.  Racing against the clock, it was apparent that every other vehicle on the road was out for a leisure Sunday afternoon drive.  So, evaluating time against distance we decided it was necessary to be a little more aggressive.  That was when we turned a road that technically had only one lane going each way into a two-lane road by utilizing the horse-and-buggy lane to our advantage.  It’s hard to convey the excitement of playing a game of chicken against a horse and buggy!  I’m not sure if there is a law against this, but either way it always comes to mind when asked about life-on-the-road experiences!

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Brian Massey, 3 X IFR Champion talks to On The Rodeo Road about a Memorable Ride

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One of Brian’s Most Memorable Rides

 

 

The Sparta, MI rodeo is memorable in and of itself.  What, with the majority of the grounds being covered with “campers” who have been there for days with primitive accommodations and what appeared to be an abundance of beverages.  They were definitely there to have a good time.  So you can imagine the energy level at this mid-summer event.  The horse was a bay who had a reputation for stalling out in front of the chutes and then being explosive.  True to his reputation, when the gate opened he took about two jumps and then blew up right in front of the chutes.  He’s the kind of horse you want to draw, and allows you to let it all hang out!  What a fun way to earn 86 points and win a rodeo!!!

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On The Rodeo Road Welcomes 3 X IFR Bareback Champion Brian Massey

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Stay tuned to hear some great stories from Brian!

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