The fast-growing and dynamic sport of ranch sorting is now on Ride TV—from instructional videos to exclusive interviews and even Ranch Sorting National Championships livestreams.

What is ranch sorting?

Ranch sorting is where traditional ranch work meets modern competition. It is a sport that evolved from separating cattle into pens for branding, doctoring or transport on the ranch.

The objective is simple yet challenging: Separate and sort cattle from one pen into another, in numerical order, against the clock. It’s a test of speed, strategy and teamwork between horse and rider.

Two riders compete in pairs, which is why people sometimes refer to this event as “team sorting.”

New instructional series

Ride TV, a property of Equine Network LLC, is privileged to work alongside the leader of ranch sorting, the Cinch Ranch Sorting National Championships (RSNC). Logan Wolfe, who is the event director and producer for RSNC, is the son of RSNC founder Dave Wolfe. He has a new ranch sorting instructional series on Ride TV with something for everyone.

One of the most appealing aspects of ranch sorting is undeniably its accessibility. Thanks to the RSNC’s 9-point rating and handicapping systems, winning is within reach for anyone who can ride a horse. It’s a sport that values the bond between horse and rider, emphasizing teamwork and communication over sheer speed or power.

Ranch sorting is becoming a popular avenue for people of all ages and skill levels, from beginner to seasoned professional, to enter the competitive arena and celebrate the American Western way of life.

“I’m very excited about the opportunities Equine Network presents,” said Logan Wolfe. “The possibilities to grow this sport are endless.”

What comes with an RSNC membership?

RSNC is giving riders the opportunity to compete in this elite program with a membership that is valid from July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025. Members will not only be able to participate in RSNC events, but they will have access to entry discounts and a yearly subscription to US Rider and Ride TV, plus Horse&Rider magazine.

For more information, go to rsnc.us.

About Ride TV

Ride TV offer top-tier instructional content from world champions barrel racers Hailey Kinsel and Jordon Briggs; colt starters like Miles Baker; professional horseman Brad Barkemeyer; reining world champion Bud Lyon; and more. Members have access to an extensive video library that includes reining, ranch riding, versatility ranch horse, reined cow horse, all-around, cutting and natural horsemanship training topics.

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