December 29, 2008
Toughest Cowboy™ Bucks its Way into RBC Center

(Raleigh, NC)––Hang onto your hats! Toughest Cowboy kicks off its nine-week 2009 National Tour in the City of Oaks at the RBC Center Saturday, January 3 at 7:30 p.m.

Twelve cowboys specially chosen for their bravado come down the chute in The Triangle to compete in breathtaking feats of rodeo that give your family an authentic and thrilling peek into the rough and tumble American West. Toughest Cowboy is the only rodeo competition that challenges cowboys to compete in three daring rides in one night! Round up the family and watch the contestants wrangle bareback riding, saddle bronc riding and bull riding.

Even more fun-filled entertainment is on hand with action-packed antics from the world’s smallest cowboy, Whiplash the Cowboy Monkey and his dog-riding tricks, Wild Chuck Wagon Races, and spectacular women’s barrel racing. After the Tournament, fans of all ages can “Party on the Dirt” in a special post-event concert featuring Grand Ole Opry stars and Nashville recording group Whiskey Falls .

Tickets start at just $18 and kids 12 and under are half price (valid on select seats). Group rates are also available. Tickets can be purchased online at RBCcenter.com, the RBC Center Box Office, all Ticketmaster outlets, or charge by phone at 919.834.4000.