In 1924, Earl Bascom invented and manufactured the rodeo's first one-hand bareback rigging, which is still in use at rodeos around the world. A Hall of Fame cowboy, Earl Bascom rodeoed for twenty-five years gaining international acclaim- More Cowboy Inventions
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Thanks a heep for the history of inventors in the Cowboy World. It would sure be great to hear some other great accomplishments from folks that has made our (cowboys) life better, easier, and most importantly more efficent.
Thanks again.
JW “Ish” (Cowboy Poet)