Equestrian Arena Maintenance
Regular horse arena maintenance can add years onto your equestrian arena.
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Horse Arena Maintenance
A good arena surface needs looking after. At Combi-Ride, we have found that regular maintenance, even something as simple as harrowing consistently, can add years to the life of your surface. Neglect it and even the best surface will start to underperform.
Every arena is different. Some need help managing dryness to maintain stability. Others need a plan to address drainage issues before they become a bigger problem. Whatever your arena needs, we can help you work it out.
At Combi-Ride, we recommend factoring in proper maintenance equipment from the start. You will need a sturdy quad bike or small tractor to tow your harrowing equipment makes the job far easier and means it actually gets done. If you are not sure what equipment suits your setup, give us a call and we will point you in the right direction.
We offer a horse arena maintenance programme to keep your surface level and performing well all year round.
We Can Help With
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Drainage Problems
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Surface Rejuvenation
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Dry Ground Rejuvenation
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Uneven Surfaces
Arena Rejuvenation
Not every tired surface needs to be replaced. In many cases, the right materials and targeted work can bring a loose, compacted or dead surface back to life. At a fraction of the cost of starting again.
Combi-Ride specialises in rejuvenating existing sand surfaces. A surface that feels finished often just needs the right attention to perform well for many more years.
The benefits of arena rejuvenation include:
- Rejuvenate rather than replace
- Significantly more cost-effective than full replacement
- Nationwide delivery and installation
- Bring tired or compacted surfaces back to life
- Stabilise a loose or unstable surface
- Maintenance visits available
Whether you have a tired waxed surface or a compacted arena that has stopped responding correctly underfoot, we have the knowledge and materials to help. Get in touch and tell us about your surface. We will give you an honest assessment of what it needs.
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FAQs
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My sand surface goes too deep in summer and too hard in winter, what can I do?
This is a very common problem with sand-only surfaces. Sand without a stabiliser relies entirely on moisture to hold its structure. In winter, high moisture causes it to over-compact and ride hard. In summer, when moisture drops, it loses cohesion and goes deep.
The solution is adding a synthetic stabiliser. This binds the surface across a wider moisture range and keeps it consistent through both seasons. Adding rubber crumb for winter also helps prevent the surface freezing and hardening. At Combi-Ride, our Dual-Stabiliser is designed specifically for this.
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A builder used the wrong sand in our arena. Do we need to replace everything?
Not necessarily. Full replacement is not always the answer. In many cases we can blend the existing sand with a finer grade and introduce our Dual-Stabiliser to get good results. Send us a sample first. We will do the blending in-house and give you honest results before you commit to anything.
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My surface holds water but the drainage seems fine. What is going on?
If you have ruled out the drainage system, the likely cause is a pan layer. This is a compacted layer that forms within the sand over time, stopping water from filtering through. The fix is usually to turn the surface and add our Dual-Stabiliser fibre with rubber fleck blend. This helps prevent the pan layer forming again.
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What makes Combi-Ride Dual-Stabiliser different from others on the market?
Fifteen years ago we set out to build the best stabilising product available. That search led us to micro fibres. By pulverising fibre down to micro level, we can get approximately twice as much nylon into the sand compared to standard chipped carpet fibre. We then blend it with a small rubber fleck to give the surface life and rebound.
Together these two elements create a cohesive blend that stays in the sand. A common problem with cheaper stabilisers is the fibre working back to the surface, ours does not. It has now been installed in over 2,000 equestrian arenas across the UK. Find out more.
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How often should I be harrowing my arena?
It depends on usage and surface type. As a general rule, a lightly used private arena needs harrowing two to three times a week. A busier yard may need it daily. Harrowing redistributes material, prevents compaction on high-traffic tracks and stops the centre becoming too loose. Not sure what suits your surface? Give us a call and we will advise.
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How do I know if my surface needs topping up or full replacement?
Signs that a surface needs topping up include thinning in high-traffic areas, increased inconsistency across the arena and a surface that dries out faster than it used to. Full replacement is rarely necessary if the sub-base and drainage are sound. In most cases, rejuvenation or topping up is enough to bring it back. Our blog on how often to top up your equestrian surface is a useful starting point. We are also happy to take a look and give you a straightforward answer.
Contact us to discuss your arena maintenance or arrange a visit from our team.