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The Encierro

Fighting bulls and steers charging through runners on the encierro route, Pamplona
Bull Breeds & Ganaderías

Cebada Gago Has Gored More Pamplona Runners Than Any Other Ranch. Its Bloodline Is Younger Than the Legend.

The history of Ganaderia Cebada Gago: a Cadiz bloodline rebuilt in 1960 that has gored more Pamplona runners than any other San Fermin ranch.
Fighting bulls and steers charging through runners on the encierro route, Pamplona
Bull Breeds & Ganaderías

Núñez del Cuvillo Carries Spain’s Most Famous Breeding Surname, and None of Its Blood

The history of Ganadería Núñez del Cuvillo: a famous Núñez name on a Domecq herd, 12 Pamplona runs since 1995, and the son now running
Runners trying to keep pace with the bulls during the encierro
Route & Strategy, Runner's Guide, Safety & Risk, The Encierro

Why Standing on the Run Route Is More Dangerous Than Running

Most people think standing on the side of Pamplona's encierro route is the safer option. Active bull runner Dennis Clancey explains why it's actually more