Mexican charro Luis Inclan wrote in his book that in central Mexico, in 1835, before there was a west, how he tailed aggressive bulls without a bit and without a bozal. He also has many drawings about his art. Also, all the roping techniques, the saddle horn and fenders on the saddle were also created in central Mexico in the 17 century and it is well documented.
If you aren't excited about roping something after watching that then you ain't no cowboy. I'll be riding the big pasture tomorrow I will shake out a loop for sure.
