A Charro's pride rests heavily on his roping skills. The difficulty of thier rope shots and rope play have to be seen to be appreciated. The Charros make it look effortless, but the foundation of their skills reses in tradition and repitition. This Charro was on his way to compete in the team-roping event that has claimed as many bragging rights as is has missing fingers. The timing of the shot and the rope nwork evoke the tradition and sheer beauty of the event, and make for spectacular paintings.