Like many rodeo participants, saddle bronc driver Chet Johnson grew up around the arena. The Wyoming native began riding competitively in high school before turning pro at age 19. Now a veteran of the sport, Johnson has shaken off all the superstitions that followed him as a young gun. Well, almost. “Growing up, I never wanted to eat chicken before I rode,” the 39-year-old said, “because you are what you eat.” Johnson isn’t alone.