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2016 CBR World Finals at Cheyenne Frontier Days

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Tanner Bothwell at the 2016 CBR World Finals

Kicking up dust since 1897, Cheyenne Frontier Days is called the “Daddy of ‘Em All,” and is the largest outdoor rodeo in the world. So get yourself ready for some championship bull riding. That’s cause the 2016 CBR World Finals at Cheyenne Frontier Days comes back to Wyoming on July 25-26. It’s all part of a 10 day event chock filled with rodeo, games, food, music, rides and more. It’s a rodeo, a carnival and a world of crowd pleasing fun!

Tye Chandler at the 2015 CBR World Finals

Cheyenne Frontier Days is the CBR (Championship Bull Riding) penultimate event. It is the culmination of the Road to Cheyenne, a tour where the sport’s top professional riders competed for the opportunity to be in Wyoming. They’ve fought hard and accumulated the points they need to be in play for the world title. What’s at the end of the tunnel is being crowned with one of the most sought after titles in championship bull riding and a $100,000 purse. You can expect to see Cody Teel, top dog at 2015’s event. He’s the 2015 NFR Average Winner, 2015’s CBR World Champion and the 2012 PRCA World Champion.

Tuf Hedeman of Championship Bull Riding (CBR) Finals during the 2015 Cheyenne Frontier Days

The Cheyenne Frontier Days will also be the site of the final CBR event, the Million Dollar Bull Team Challenge. You’re going to see top livestock do their thing. Teams of three bulls, including last year’s champs, Rawson / Probst, will be scrapping for a $100,000 world finals prize.

Throughout the Cheyenne Frontier Days, close to a half million dollars will be won by bull riders and bull team owners. That makes this event one of the highest ranked and wealthiest competitions in bull riding. With over a century of history, this continues to be one of the most exciting events in rodeo, bringing together the best PRCA rodeo action and the continued promotion of a rugged Western lifestyle that will never die. Expect parades, vendors, art shows, pancake breakfasts and an Indian village. Music includes Fall Out Boy, Kiss with Aaron Watson, Cole Swindell & Florida Georgia Line, and Kenny Chesney.

Joe Frost at the 2015 CBR World Finals

Portions of the “Daddy of ‘Em All” will be televised on FOX Sports Networks. You can also expect the 2016 CBR World Finals at Cheyenne Frontier Days to be closely followed by the Cowboy Lifestyle Network, the Ak-Chin Indian Community and the Earnhardt Auto Centers Road Team. Of course, the Cowboy Lifestyle Network is the leading online source and community for everything rodeo.

Aaron Kuhl

Aaron Kuhl is a passionate advocate for the western lifestyle, bringing a wealth of experience and expertise to his role as Chief Operating Officer (COO) at Cowboy Lifestyle Network (CLN). Growing up as an Arizona native, with a mother who worked for Wrangler Western for over 30 years, Aaron was immersed in the cowboy culture from a young age. Aaron and his sister Heather grew up watching rodeos, as their grandfather and uncle were PRCA ProRodeo cardholders. This early exposure has given him a profound understanding and appreciation for the western way of life. Aaron went to Corona del Sol High School in Tempe, AZ, then to the University of Arizona in Tucson, AZ, where he received a Bachelor of Science after creating his own major. This unique course of study wove together Business Marketing, Geography, Sociology, Philosophy, and Religion. After graduating from the University of Arizona, Aaron joined CLN in its nascent stages, contributing to its growth and development over the past decade. As COO, Aaron manages operations, using AI to streamline processes and analyze data, ensuring CLN remains a leading voice. With expertise in business development, he innovates and cultivates client relationships, supporting CLN’s exponential growth. Beyond his professional accomplishments, Aaron values his faith, family, and friends, which are the cornerstones of his life. This personal foundation, combined with his professional expertise, makes him a trusted and authoritative voice in the western lifestyle community. Aaron’s commitment to philanthropy is the bedrock of his personal ethos. He actively supports local Arizona organizations such as the American Heart Association, the Boys & Girls Club, Chandler Compadres, Horses Help, Harris Brothers Charity Foundation, and Darkhorse Benefits and Operation Guardian (among others), reflecting his dedication to giving back and strengthening the community he calls home. Through his work, Aaron aims to preserve and promote the traditions of the west, ensuring that the spirit of the cowboy lives on for future generations.