Basics of Barrel Racing

Barrel racing is a timed rodeo event, where the fastest time is what matters most. It's you against the clock as well as other competitors.

One of the most important things in barrel racing is having a good horse. Usually people prefer Quarter Horses because of having the ability of buying a horse with good bloodlines. A top of the line barrel horse can range from $5,000 to $50,000 depending on how strong their bloodlines are.
The main goal about this event is speed. The riders steer their horses as close as they can to the barrels trying to shave precious seconds off the clock. For each barrel they knock over (which does happen) a 5 second penalty is deducted from their total time. Leaving all of the barrels standing and having the fastest time is every barrel racers goal.