All Weather Racing Flooring & Surfaces
All Weather Racing Flooring & Surfaces
All-weather racing flooring and surfaces, provide a reliable and safe environment for both training and horse competitions year-round. These equestrian racing surfaces are engineered to withstand varying weather conditions, from heavy rains to freezing temperatures, ensuring consistent performance and safety for horses and riders alike.
Modern all-weather surfaces often feature a combination of sand, synthetic fibers, and wax, creating a stable yet forgiving footing that reduces the risk of injuries. This technology not only enhances the durability of the tracks but also minimizes maintenance efforts and costs.
Whether it’s for training grounds or competitive arenas, all-weather racing surfaces offer unmatched benefits, allowing events to proceed as scheduled regardless of the weather. This innovation supports the UK’s rich equestrian heritage by ensuring that horse racing remains a viable and thriving sport throughout the year.
For more information on the best all-weather racing surfaces available, visit specialist suppliers who offer tailored solutions to meet the unique needs of different venues.
The low maintenance all-in-one riding surface
Key features:
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
Manufactured from:
Industrial strength synthetic textile and polymer fibres carefully blended with cushioning foam.
Indoor or outdoor-use?
Both
Installation:
Lay either as a complete surface or a top-up added to most types of existing surface. Used on its own, Flexiride® can be installed directly on to a simple stone drainage layer, eliminating the need for large quantities of sand as well as expensive drainage, groundwork and membrane installations
Maintenance:
After installation, practically maintenance free
Best for:
Everything! Private yards, riding schools, competition venues or gallops
Key features:
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
Manufactured from:
Indoor or outdoor-use?
Both
Installation:
Maintenance:
Best for:
Private yards and training centres
Total confidence under foot
Key features:
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
Manufactured from:
Indoor or outdoor-use?
Both
Installation:
TurfFloat® fibres can fix virtually any issue with an existing surface, such as deep, loose and dusty surfaces, as well as those prone to freezing and puddling. Used in this way, the fibres add turf-like performance to an existing surface
Maintenance:
After installation, regular rolling and potential watering in long, dry periods.
Best for:
Performance users and gallops
Equestrian
Sand
The sub-surface riding layer
Key features:
Manufactured from:
Indoor or outdoor-use?
Both
Installation:
Best for:
Common Racing Flooring Questions
What are the benefits of all-weather racing flooring?
All-weather racing flooring provides consistent performance regardless of weather conditions, enhances safety for horses and riders, reduces injury risks, and requires less maintenance.
What materials are used in all-weather equestrian surfaces?
Common materials include sand, synthetic fibers, and wax, which together create a stable and durable surface suitable for various weather conditions.
How do all-weather surfaces improve horse safety?
These surfaces offer better shock absorption and traction, reducing the risk of slips and falls. The cushioning effect also helps in minimizing stress on horses’ joints and tendons.
Can all-weather surfaces be used for both training and competitive racing?
Yes, all-weather surfaces are designed for versatility and can be used for daily training as well as competitive racing, providing reliable footing in both scenarios.
What maintenance is required for all-weather equestrian flooring?
While maintenance requirements are generally lower than traditional surfaces, regular grooming, leveling, and occasional topping up of materials are necessary to keep the surface in optimal condition.
How do all-weather surfaces handle heavy rain and freezing temperatures?
These surfaces are engineered to drain efficiently and remain stable under heavy rain. They are also designed to resist freezing and thawing cycles, maintaining their integrity in cold weather.
Can existing tracks be converted to all-weather surfaces?
Yes, many existing tracks can be retrofitted with all-weather materials. However, this process may involve significant preparation and installation work to ensure proper drainage and stability
For me, the Flexiride surface ticks all the boxes.