The PDL is the highest-paying roping out there. The Bob Feist is one of the most prestigious and difficult Open ropings there is. Many refer to Feist himself as the Godfather of open ropings.

Now, the World’s Greatest Roper contest is thrown in the mix—an event which tests ropers in heading, heeling and tie-down roping.

Then, there’s the Reno Rodeo itself. If a rodeo cowboy can win it—in any event—it can serve as a springboard to a Wrangler NFR qualification or even a world title.

Now, what’s more, the Reno Rodeo Committee, Lazy E Productions and Bob Feist are coming together to create the Reno Triple Crown. If someone wins the World’s Greatest Roper, the BFI and the average in either the tie-down or team roping in the rodeo, they will win $100,000.

If that’s not a cool concept, I don’t know what is. Kudos to whoever thought that one up as well as to the decision makers who went ahead and made it happen.

Here’s the list of eligible cowboys:
Speed Williams
Brandon Beers
Kyle Lockett
Jake Cooper
Jim Ross Cooper
Trevor Brazile
Daniel Green
Chad Masters
Jason Adams
J.D. Yates
Matt Sherwood
Randon Adams
Kory Koontz

It’ll be interesting to see if anyone manages to get it done. If they do, organizers estimate that they could walk away from Reno with not only the $100,000 in bonus money, but another $125,000 in prize money.

In the meantime, don’t forget to log on to Spin To Win Rodeo Magazine’s Fan Favorite Award at www.myhorse.com/rodeopoll to vote for your favorite rodeo athletes.