How Do You Make A Bull Rope?
Bull riding has been a fixture of cowboy life for decades. Early bull riding competitions pitted the bravest cowboys against the roughest stock in the herd. Modern bull riding still holds true to those roots, with skilled riders matching skills with powerful 1,200-lb. bulls. Bull riding requires few tools, although a good bull rope is essential. Making your own bull rope allows you to customize your rig as much as you like, and can save money over expensive commercial ropes. Step 1 Rub your leather strips with a generous amount of leather soap to soften them. Dampen the soap with a little water and run it over the strips, wiping the lather off with a clean rag Step 2 Hold all five pieces of 30-foot cord in your hands, tying a large knot in one end. Hang the cords over a secure fixture, such as a coat hook or doorknob. Hanging the cords allows you to pull on them as you work to keep your braid tight. Step 3 Separate the cords between your hands, holding three of them in your left hand a
