In this episode of Breaking Barriers, host Gary Bontrager sits down with legendary tractor puller Danny “Rooster” Dean to revisit one of the most innovative and competitive eras in the sport’s history.

Danny shares how he went from a farm kid at county fair pulls to a national champion, working alongside Hyper-Max founder Jerry Lee God and helping shape the technology that changed tractor pulling forever. From turbo experimentation and tire strategy to mindset, preparation, and winning under pressure, Danny offers a rare inside look at what it took to dominate — and make a living — in the sport.

A must-listen for tractor pulling fans, motorsports enthusiasts, and anyone who appreciates grit, innovation, and legacy.