BHD's Musings
The latest posts from @ridingaycock. On a hot April afternoon, Brian Contratto prepares to hop on a steer. The year-old cowboy rubs rosin onto the rope and glove used to hold onto the bucking bovine. Queer rodeo portraits that challenge American myths
Riders MC is a group of gay and bisexual men who enjoy motorcycle riding. If you’re looking for the recreational enjoyment of riding with other gay and bisexual men and their friends, we’re the group for you. This post originally appeared on The 19th. In her first competition, she wrestled a steer to the ground, with the goal of taking it down with her arms — and ended up on her back, holding the steer in a leglock around its neck. R/HungBottoms
The sport has become a refuge for LGBTQ+ cowfolx who want a taste of the Wild West, and anyone who wants to join rodeo without judgment. Born in Colorado, photographer Luke Gilford was raised in this machismo world of the wild west against the backdrop of the Rockies by his rodeo-riding father. Take a look through the gallery, above, for a glimpse of National Anthem. Riders Motorcycle Group of Boston
Who are the Border Riders? Founded in , the Border Riders Motorcycle Club is one of the oldest and largest gay motorcycle clubs in North America. We provide social and educational opportunities for members and other gay men interested in recreational motorcycle touring. I have enjoyed wearing leather clothing since my 20s. It began when I started riding a motorcycle.
Who We Are — Border Riders Motorcycle Club
What started as a writing retreat turned into a steer-riding saga for a gay New Yorker finding his footing in Texas rodeo culture. .
The Rocky Mountain Regional Rodeo is America’s longest
Colorado claims to have the longest-running gay rodeo in America. The Rocky Mountain Regional Rodeo is a place to challenge hyper-masculine expectations in country and western culture. .
Bucking Tradition at the Gay Rodeo
Their events highlight the serious riding and roping talents of LGBT cowfolks, and provide a safe, supportive and fun environment for them to pursue their passion. (P)ride on!. .
Boots, bulls and breakups
BHD’s Musings: the life and times of Rick aka “BHD” An average former biker, gay leatherman, bootman, shoe & suitman, ‘burbs living guy” so the transition will be complete. As I said on this blog when I made the decision to Continue reading →. .