The Western Horseman Sunshine Classic Presented by Martin Saddlery is held annually in Wickenburg, Arizona — the “Winter Roping Capitol of the World”. The team roping started in 2016 with the intent of furthering the message that Western Horseman celebrates, encourages and promotes the Western lifestyle throughout generations. Limited to the 40 and over age group, the Western Horseman Sunshine Classic is no stranger to the Western industry icons who return each year to rope with a community that exudes the cowboy spirit. 

When: February 6 — 7, 2025

Where: Roper Nation; Wickenburg, Arizona

Who: Our ropers travel from states such as Montana, South Dakota, Idaho, Canada, Wyoming, California, Nevada, Utah, Arkansas, Oklahoma, Texas and New Mexico!

Format:

February 6 — #8.5

February 6, 2025: Equinety #7.5 Over 70

• Books close at 9:30 AM; Rope at 10AM
• Pick one draw one for $180, enter 2x’s or draw up to 4
• 3-Steer
• 2/3 cash payback
• Everyone must be over 70
• Capped at a #4.5 Heeler
• Gist Buckles to 1st in Average

February 6, 2025: Equinety #8.5 Warm Up — following the Over 70 roping

• Pick one draw one for $180, enter 2x’s or draw up to 4
• 3-Steer
• 2/3 payback / Handicapped / 3-Steer
• Capped at a #4.5 Heeler
• Must be over 60 — Ladies any age
• Gist Buckles to 1st and 2nd in Average

February 7 — #10.5

February 7, 2025: Gist Silversmiths #10.5 Warm Up

• Books close at 9:30AM; Rope at 10AM
• Pick one draw one for $180, or draw up to 6, enter 3x’s
• 2/3 payback / Handicapped / 3-Steer
• Must be over 40 — Ladies any age
• Capped at a #6 Heeler
• Gist Buckles to 1st and 2nd in Average

February 7, 2025: Gist Silversmiths Legacy #10.5 with #9.5 Incentive — following the #10.5 Warm Up

• Pick or draw one for $250 per man, enter 3x’s
• 80% payback / Handicapped / 4-Steer
• Capped at a #6 Heeler
• Everyone must be over 40
• Gist Buckles to #9.5 Incentive Winners
• Gist Buckles to 1st and 2nd in Average

Roper General Information:

• World Series barrier
• Cash or credit cards only
• All handicaps are 1 second per number off, 4 seconds max
• Current USTRC/Global Handicaps/WSTR membership and photo ID require for payout
• Memberships are available on site
• Prizeline is subject to change at any time
• Stalls and RV spots available: Call Sage at (928) 671-0386
• For more information: Call Daren at (602) 721-5027

Learn More:

Questions about sponsorship opportunities: [email protected]
Questions about the roping: Call Daren Peterson at 602-721-5027

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Thank you to our 2025 sponsors!

• Presenting Sponsor: Martin Saddlery
• #8.5 Title Sponsor: Equinety
• #10.5 Title Sponsor: Gist Silversmiths
• Platinum Sponsors: Smarty Rodeo
• Gold Sponsors: Cactus Saddlery, Professional’s Choice, and HYER Boots
• Silver Sponsors: Resistol and YETI
• Bronze Sponsors: Cactus Ropes