Rides with or without spurs (I rarely ever ride with them). I have taken him to several fun shows and have done some open barrel racing off him. He needs some work to keep from sitting and spinning into the barrel. First owners ran him to the right first, I have been running him to the left first do to him being seemingly more responcive and quicker on his right turns. I don't know if he's ever done pole bending or not before I got him but his quick shouldering turns amazed me at the fun show pole bending! Like an ol pro. I'm his 3rd owner. He's rein broke and will ride loose rein outside of the arena (even after his run for cool off) but gets excited and a little hot in the arena. .for more infor you can get back to me via email or text on (xxx) xxx-xxx0