Overview
- The event, billed as “PBR Boston: One if by Dirt, Two if by Sea,” runs Friday through Saturday at TD Garden.
- Crews delivered 1.5 million pounds of a special clay-sand blend in 55 truckloads to replace the usual ice or parquet.
- Under PBR rules, riders need eight seconds on the bull for a qualified ride, launching from the arena chute.
- Rider Cade Madsen said the tightly packed surface feels unforgiving, comparing hard falls to hitting concrete.
- PBR representatives said the touring bulls stay at a local farm when not in the arena, and fans interviewed voiced excitement for the debut.