The year Ryan turned 29, he was in the American Rodeo tie-down roping top four contenders and qualified to compete in the National Finals Rodeo in Las Vegas. He was finally making money, earning titles, and receiving recognition.

When a roping accident debilitated Ryan’s right arm, he had to come up with a plan B. Facing the death of his dream he would never have believed the ‘B’ would stand for Best Life Ever.

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