Due to the windy nature of the location, we formulated the riding surface to be “wind proof” as well as being great footing.
In a collaborative effort between Willow Tree Farm, Roanoke Sand & Gravel and Ourselves we blended two sands to make a footing which had good binding properties.
This sand was then pre-blended with the GGT footing at the quarry.
Although the primary focus at Willow Tree Farm is dressage we decided upon the GGT Jumping Blend.
The jumping blend has higher levels of fiber. We knew the result would be more wind proof as the footing would have a tighter mix.
To achieve great footing pre-blending is essential.
When the footing is delivered and spread in the arena you are guaranteed consistent footing.
The footing additives will be distributed evenly from top to bottom.
Anyone who has tried to incorporate an additive by harrowing it into the footing from the top, knows it is virtually impossible to achieve consistent footing.
