Pablo Hermoso de Mendoza

In twenty something seconds you will see why Pablo Hermosa de Mendoza is considered the best rejoneador alive (if not in history)...

And if you still have doubts:

San Fermin!

Happy Feast of San Fermin!

If running, stay clear of the horns.

California Bullfight and Portuguese Festa Information

I found out from a friend that lusoplaza.com has been back up and running for some time. I used to follow the arguments on the guestbook quite avidly, and in fact got to know some good people I later met at the bullfights from it. It is good to have as many sources for the bullfight schedule, too, as some of them come and go with an alarming lack of notice. Anyway, the guestbook is a lot of fun (follow the directions in the news box for the password, which is mainly to prevent spam), where Central Valley Portuguese get to argue over which forcado group is best. They pull no punches (and certainly work against those of us who are trying to convince the world that bullfighting is the height of civilization, but keep in mind that they are obsessed with forcados, which, as much fun as they are, are not exactly up there with matadores), but can be a lot of fun.

California Bullfights 2006

As Easter approaches, I went to the California bullfighting schedule. I was saddened to read that the Madera bullfight is cancelled and that the ring is going to be closed. Anyway, the first bullfight of the season is going to be in Stevinson on the 1st of May. Another one to make a point of going to is the 30th Anniversary of the Turlock Forcados on the 28th of May, also in Stevinson. The 15th of May looks promising, too. I like the matador.

Remember, if you are interested in going to any of these, check the schedule within a week of the event, as these things are notorious for changing at the last minute.

Bloodless Bullfighting Link

Awhile back, in an attempt to thwart spam comments, I nixed the .biz extension. Sure enough, someone I eKnow through the Mundo Taurino wanted to post a comment, and she has a .biz address.

Unfortunately, ever since I have had this new version of Movable Type, I have been unable to make any changes to the Blacklist. So, every so often Konni drops me a line very politely reminding me of the situation, and I keep forgetting to link to her website, which is a ranchcardoso.biz. Anyway, today I am going to mention it here, because it is good if you are at all interested in the California Bloodless Bullfights, and I am going to add it to the links column at the side.

2006 Bullfight Schedule

By the way, Mr. Gerry Campos has reactivated bullfights.org and has a schedule of the California bloodless bullfights here.

Please note that when he says the schedule is subject to change without notice, he ain't whistlin' Dixie. Always check before driving out to the Central Valley. One way to do so is to drop me a line, as I know who to call to find out.

I hope to see you at one of these at least!