From the NRHA Reiner’s Katie Hendrickson – The 16th season of the CBS’s “The Amazing Race” was its most popular, thanks in large part to Oklahoman brothers, Jet and Cord McCoy. After traveling more than 40,000 miles over five continents, the duo came in second place in last week’s finale, but first in the hearts of many.

After their whirlwind adventures Jet was ready to get back to his roots. “After Cord and I finished The Amazing Race, the first thing I was looking forward to was riding horseback again.”

And not just riding any horses, but riding reiners.

Jet first was introduced to Reining at the 2008 4R Performance Horses Celebrity Slide when Cord was paired with NRHA Million Dollar Rider Dell Hendricks. Dell welcomed Jet to ride with him any time. After watching Cord compete at the Make-A-Wish Foundation benefit, Jet was intrigued and has been riding with Dell ever since.

“I’ve been horseback my whole life and was really turned on to Reining. The challenge and competition really got my attention.”

The lifelong horseman and four-time International Professional Rodeo Association champion says, “When I started riding reiners with Dell, I realized how much there is to learn. I’ve got the bug now.”

Last weekend, Jet won the rookie professional division at last weekend’s Legends And Champions show in Ardmore, Oklahoma aboard five-year-old gelding Ace High Dunnit, owned by Adair Reiners.

His future plans include competing at the NRHA Derby in June and joining his brother Cord in the 2010 4R Performance Horses Celebrity Slide at this fall’s NRHA Futurity.

Watch the NRHA Reiner magazine for an upcoming feature on Jet! Since 1980, the NRHA Reiner magazine has been the “Source” on all things “Reining.” The Reiner is the official publication of the National Reining Horse Association and as such covers all aspects of the association’s activities – from local NRHA Affiliate events, to the prestigious NRHA Futurity and Derby, to worldwide international competitions. Each month, the publication offers inside information on the owners, breeders, professionals and non pros involved with the sport as well as educational and historical information. It is a must for performance horse enthusiasts from all disciplines.

For pictures and more information on Jet and Cord McCoy on the Amazing Race, visit CBS at: http://www.cbs.com/primetime/amazing_race/bio/jet_and_cord_16/bio.php?season =16.