Short Go – Rodeo News Dec / Jan 1980 Article – 8 In a Van

Sep 27, 2024

Welcome to Beyond the Chutes, your gateway to the fascinating world of rodeo, hosted by Doug Simcox. In this episode, we dive into the IRA Rodeo News story “Eight in a Van,” written by Wisconsin rodeo cowboy Marty Martins. This tale highlights the adventures of eight cowboys crammed into a Dodge van – the Rob McDonald “Crew”, as they traverse the country during the 4th of July – “Cowboy Christmas” run in 1979. The article shares the rodeos that the cowboys traveled to, how the van was split and then brought back together again – all to maximize their rodeo entries and winnings and reduce travel expenses. Originally featured in the December/January 1980 issue of Rodeo News, the article is brought to life with a striking picture by the great photographer, Tom Woods, a two-time Rodeo News Photographer of the Year.

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