What is the best footing for a training track?
Training surfaces need consistent depth, controlled concussion, and drainage that keeps the track open in wet weather. A stabilized base with a uniform surface protects legs at speed and keeps the track riding the same from rail to rail.
What racing demands from footing
Consistent from rail to rail
Variation in depth at speed is where injuries start. Uniformity is the safety feature.
Controls concussion at gallop
The surface has to absorb repeated impact without becoming loose or deep.
Drains and reopens fast
Lost training days are expensive. Drainage and base stability decide how quickly you are back.
What racing riders ride on today
BaseCore™ Geocell
Base & Ground Stabilization
Stabilizes the base so the track holds its profile under repeated fast work.
From $79.00 · per panel
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DustHalt™
Dust Control Between Waterings
Keeps the track breathable through dry-weather training between waterings.
$399.00 · 22 lb bucket
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Arena Groomers & Drags
Surface Maintenance
Maintains a uniform surface rail to rail between sets.
From $1,145.00
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SprinklAir™
Automatic Arena Watering
Even moisture over a long surface without hand-watering.
$719.00
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New for racing riders — FIBR™ · LOCK™ · HOLD™. COMING October 2026.
For training surfaces, the new line targets consistent depth and moisture with far less watering.
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