Rodeo
Cutting Competitions: A Century Long Texas Tradition
Unlike many rodeo events, cutting, which entails separating a cow from the heard, is actually practiced every day on ranches.
An Ode to Mick E. Mouse, One of the Most Badass Bulls to Ever Live
No bull rider ever reached the eight-second mark on old Mick E. Mouse, who was euthanized earlier this month after tests revealed a lesion on his back.
We Went to a Calgary Stampede-Themed Vogue Party
No horses were murdered at this event, and everyone still had a good time.
'Redneck Sandals' Are the Bastard Children of Flip-Flops and Cowboy Boots
Redneck Boot Sandals are here to help your toes breath without having to sacrifice your 'style.'
Mutton Busting and Americana at the Houston Rodeo
The Houston Rodeo is the biggest rodeo of its kind in the world. But it's at its best, and biggest, in its smallest event, when it's about kids clinging to sheep.
The Fortress of the Knights Templar: Mexico's Hot Land (Dispatch 2)
VICE News traveled to "Fortress Anunnaki” in Tepalcatepec to find out what has become of the Knights Templar stronghold a year after the death of its leader.
New Zealand Rodeo Is Under Fire Following Claims Of Abuse
Rodeo opponents argue that the practice is cruel, and unlike its American equivalent, holds no place in New Zealand culture.
Keep It Canada: Calgary
In the first installment of Keep It Canada, host Matty Matheson takes us to Canada's craziest rodeo, gorges on carnival snacks, spots wild rams, and then rides horses through the majestic landscape. He also eats—and cooks—tons of amazing food.
The Brokeback Cowboys of Ohio's Gay Rodeo
I just watched grown men and women put tighty-whitey underwear on a goat. Competitively. Welcome to the gay rodeo.
Hanging Out with Bull Riders and Barn Dancers in France
Rednecks from all over the world gathered last month at France's biggest country music festival, West Country Festival.
Meet Rodeo's Most Successful Black Cowboy
After decades of being one of the only African American athletes at rodeos, Fred Whitfield has seen the type crazy cowboy shit you can't make up. We talked to him about rodeo racism, bar room brawls, and cocaine.
Louisiana State Penitentiary Hosts a Rodeo for Its Inmates
"We see it as a vital tradition and good reward for the inmates who deserve to be here today. It’s a big privilege to be allowed to take part in the rodeo, and they know that," said Warden Cain. "It also allows us to raise much needed funds for our...