Steer riding

Many young and aspiring bull riders who train in steer riding compete in the National Junior Bullriders Association.

For safety, they use protective vests[4] and helmets with a face mask that resemble those worn by hockey goalies.

One difference is that in some steer riding competitions, riders are allowed to hang on with both hands.

[2] Riding steers allows riders to develop needed skills before taking on bulls.

One man, a former PRCA World Champion Bull Rider, Cody Custer, discusses this issue at length on his web site.