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Why Choose
Equestrian Direct?
We’ve been around for more than 30 years and are dedicated to delivering the best to our customers. Find out how easy it is to get your project off the ground with Equestrian Direct.
With our heritage of providing surfaces to Olympic venues, private yards and everything in between, we love speaking to our customers and offering advice – after all, we’ve got a lot to share after three decades in the business!
Our Equestrian Surfaces
Discover our full range of equestrian surfaces performance and durability with our premium equestrian surfaces, designed for champions.
A year-round hero product useable in all weathers and for all equestrian disciplines. Extremely versatile and long lasting, exceptionally cushioning and kind to legs and joints
The ultimate performance surface designed to replicate the natural qualities of turf by mimicking the binding ability of topsoil. Providing a secure footing this encourages confidence and freedom of movement for great results
A high-quality synthetic rubber surface that provides added spring, stands up to all weathers and can be used for all disciplines. Great at retaining moisture in sand during dry periods, which helps keep the surface stable
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Struggling with a Dusty Arena? Here’s What’s Really Causing It
Struggling with a Dusty Arena? Here’s What’s Really Causing It
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Why Dust Is More Than Just an Annoyance
A dusty arena isn’t just unpleasant—it can:
Affect horse respiratory health
Reduce visibility when riding
Indicate poor surface condition
What Causes Arena Dust?
1. Lack of Moisture
The most common cause—especially in summer months.
2. Poor Surface Composition
Some materials break down easily, creating fine particles.
3. Overuse Without Maintenance
Frequent riding without levelling or watering accelerates surface degradation.
Short-Term Fixes
Regular watering
Harrowing to redistribute material
Limiting use during extreme dryness
But these are temporary solutions.
Long-Term Solution: Better Surface Design
Modern surfaces like Flexiride are designed to:
Retain moisture for longer
Reduce airborne particles
Maintain structure under use
When to Take Action
If you find yourself:
Watering daily
Still dealing with dust
Seeing inconsistent footing
…it’s likely time to reassess your surface.
Final Thoughts
Dust is often a symptom—not the root problem.
Fix the surface, and you fix the issue.
👉 Speak to Equestrian Direct Ltd about dust-reducing surface solutions built for UK conditions.
Choosing the Right Arena Surface for Summer Riding
How Flexiride Transformed a Busy Training Arena: A Real-World Case Study
The Challenge A busy private yard in the UK was struggling with a common issue:An arena that simply couldn’t keep up with daily use. The existing surface had become: Uneven in high-traffic areas Dusty in dry weather Labour-intensive to maintain With multiple riders...