What is Better Barrel Races?

Better Barrel Races (BBR) is an organization established in 2003, which is made up of independent producers, who have served the barrel racing community for years. We have come together in an effort to better serve you by cooperating in scheduling shows, putting forth a code of ethics for producers, providing a unified awards program you can work towards, and bringing a big added money finals to the central United States! These producers represent many combined years of experience, not only in producing events, but in competing in them as well.  In 2021, BBR was acquired by Teton Ridge who kept the management team intact!

What is the Better Barrel Races code of ethics?

Producers Code of Ethics

BBR's code of ethics is a set of guidelines a producer must follow in order to have their shows endorsed by Better Barrel Races. These guidelines cover things ranging from show advertising, to format and payoff percentages, to general guidelines for running an event. Rather than setting a hard and fast set of rules that producers must follow, the BBR code of ethics sets general limits that barrel racers can trust, while allowing you, as an independent producer, the freedom to continue providing a variety of events that barrel racers can attend.

What type of shows will be BBR Endorsed Shows?

Better Barrel Races wants to offer something for every level of barrel racer. We endorse a broad range of events ranging from local, weeknight shows to weekend super shows, futurities and rodeos. Better Barrel Races' Endorsement applies only to Open Divisional or Sweepstakes, Futurity and Derby format classes of a show. Classes limiting the rider based on age, sex, etc. or requiring other qualifications to enter are not considered as part of the endorsed show, and participants in those classes will not be awarded points.

What are the benefits of having my show(s) BBR Endorsed?

There are many benefits to having your shows endorsed by Better Barrel Races. Below is a list of the ways in which BBR can help promote and advertise your events.

1. You can display the BBR logo on your advertising letting barrel racers to know your show will run by a set of standards they can trust.

2. Your show will count as a Qualifier for the BBR Finals and will offer points towards the BBR's year-end awards program.

3. Your show will be listed on the BBR calendar of events. 

4. Your show may be considered for special programs such as The American Contender Tournament and BBR X-Tra Series.

How do I submit my event for BBR endorsement?

You can download a Producer Application HERE. Send the completed application and a copy of the show flier (if available) to Better Barrel Races, PO Box 720900, Norman, OK 73069 or via email HERE

1. All show applications MUST be received a minimum of 15 days prior to the event date. (Note: Approval fees and the order in which show applications with complete information are received effect the order in which applications are reviewed – the earlier the better!)
2. Payment MUST be included with application for consideration. Approval fees may be in the form of a check or credit card information provided on the application.
3. All shows on the weekends (Friday – Sunday) must have a minimum of $100 in each race.

What are the costs for having my show endorsed.

Approval fees are a one-time amount and do NOT include any per run fees to be submitted after the event.  Beginning in January 2025, show approval fees will be based on the amount of lead time the completed application and fees are submitted.  The approval fee schedule is as follows:

Weekend Events (Friday thru Sunday)

• First Race: $50 (if submitted more than 60 days prior to event) - $60 (if submitted 30-59 days prior to event) - $100 (if submitted 15-29 days prior to event)
• Additional Races at Same Event: $15 each
• e.g. A one-day race on a Saturday would be $50 if submitted more than 60 day prior to the event.  A three-day event (Friday - Sunday) would be $80 if submitted 60 days prior to the event.

Weeknight Events (Monday thru Thursday)

• First Race: $50 (if submitted more than 60 days prior to event) - $60 (if submitted 30-59 days prior to event) - $100 (if submitted 15-29 days prior to event)
• Consecutive weeks up to 5 additional events: $15 each
• e.g. A one-day race on a Tuesday would be $50 if submitted more than 60 days prior to the event.  A six-week series on Tuesday night would be $125 for the entire series if submitted at least 60 days prior to the first event of the series.

What do I need to submit after my show and where do I send it?

After your show is completed, you will need to submit a completed Show Summary Form, a complete listing of the results including each contestant's BBR membership number, Name, Hometown, Time and Amount Won and any membership applications and fees accepted at the show. If your results are already in electronic format, they can be emailed by clicking HERE.

Can you tell me about the BBR World Finals?

The BBR World Finals will be held  in April, at the Oklahoma State Fairgrounds in Oklahoma City, OK. There will be at least $100,000 Added Money, but our goal is much higher than that! All added money will go to one open class which will be run on a 5D format with ½ second splits. 

Where can I get additional information?

Better Barrel Races, LLC
PO Box 720900
Norman, OK 73070

Phone: (405) 230-7167
FAX: (405) 217-0005
E-Mail (via our Contact Form)

Note: Office Hours are 8:00am-4:30pm M-F