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EPISODE · Dec 30, 2025 · 35 MIN

Ep. 68: Ryan Motes: Rope Horses, Futurities, and the Future

from Grit Branded · host Grit Branded

In this short but insightful follow-up episode of Grit Branded, Brad sits down with Ryan Motes to continue the conversation that began earlier this summer. A 5-time NFR heeler, American Rodeo and BFI Champion, and respected rope horse trainer, Ryan brings a seasoned perspective shaped by years competing at the highest level of the sport.This time around, Ryan dives deeper into the evolving rope horse industry, from the rapid growth of futurities to the increasing demand for top prospects and the shift toward breeding specifically for rope horses. He also shares insight into what truly makes a strong team roping partnership, especially when hauling with a teammate on the road to the NFR.

In this short but insightful follow-up episode of Grit Branded, Brad sits down with Ryan Motes to continue the conversation that began earlier this summer. A 5-time NFR heeler, American Rodeo and BFI Champion, and respected rope horse trainer, Ryan brings a seasoned perspective shaped by years competing at the highest level of the sport.This time around, Ryan dives deeper into the evolving rope horse industry, from the rapid growth of futurities to the increasing demand for top prospects and the shift toward breeding specifically for rope horses. He also shares insight into what truly makes a strong team roping partnership, especially when hauling with a teammate on the road to the NFR.

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