Keeping your arena in top shape is important for both safety and performance, especially when footing materials vary widely. Whether you manage a professional facility or a private arena, each type of surface requires special care, and using the right drag can make all the difference.

At Performance Footing, we specialize in helping arena owners and facility managers align their maintenance approach with their needs. In this guide, we’ll explore how the right arena drag or groomer can solve common challenges and enhance the longevity of your footing materials.

Why Choosing the Right Arena Maintenance Tools Matters

A one-size-fits-all approach rarely works for arena maintenance. Different footing materials behave in different ways, and failing to account for these differences can lead to uneven surfaces, poor drainage, and higher long-term costs.

Here’s how arena drags can help:

  • Protect Your Investment: High-quality drags extend the life of your footing materials, saving you money on replacements.
  • Simplify Maintenance: The right tools reduce the time and effort required to maintain a high-performing arena.
  • Ensure Safety: Consistent surfaces help prevent injuries to horses and riders.
  • Optimize Performance: Choosing the right drag will make a difference in delivering the best results for your specific arena type and discipline.

The right drag helps create a safer and more efficient riding environment.

Types of Footing Materials and How to Maintain Them

Maintaining your arena footing requires the right tools for the job. Performance Footing offers versatile drags and groomers that work seamlessly with many popular footing materials, saving you time and effort.

Foam Footing and Rubber Blends

Foam Footing is lightweight, shock-absorbing, and easy to maintain.

  • How Performance Footing Helps:
    • Adjustable tines and smoothing blades keep surfaces level.
    • Our arena conditioners are easy to use and preserve the integrity of foam and rubber materials.

Noviun Fiber Footing

Fiber footings like Noviun improve stability and traction without requiring specialized equipment.

  • How Performance Footing Helps:
    • Flexible tines and depth controls ensure even distribution.
    • Smoothing blades and rakes keep the surface consistent and ready for use.

Textile Blends 

Textile blends include fibers that enhance stability but need specialized groomers for maintenance.

  • Challenges:
    • Improper tools can disturb or clump the fibers.
    • These blends require precise depth controls and roller attachments.

Note: Unlike Noviun, FoamFooting, or Levitare, these materials can be more complex to maintain. Pairing your footing with an arena conditioner from Performance Footing ensures your surface is easy to manage and stays in top condition.

Sand Footing

Sand can shift and create uneven surfaces or dust.

  • How Performance Footing Helps:
    • Adjustable tines redistribute sand evenly.
    • Smoothing blades create a polished, level finish.

Hard-Packed Loam

Loam compacts over time, causing drainage problems and hard surfaces.

  • How Performance Footing Helps:
    • Deep harrows break up tough layers.
    • Weighted drags and rakes aerate and restore softness.

Why Choose Performance Footing?

Performance Footing’s drags are easy to use and work with many footing types, including FoamFooting, Levitare, and Noviun. Unlike textile blends like TrueTex or GGT, which require specialized tools, our drags provide effective, flexible solutions for everyday maintenance.

Explore our full range of Performance Footing arena drags to find the perfect fit for your arena.

Key Features to Look for in an Arena Drag

Choosing the right drag means focusing on the features that matter most for arena maintenance:

  • Adjustability: Tine depth and blade angles should be easy to change.
  • Durability: Strong materials that last through heavy use.
  • Ease of Use: Simple to attach to tractors or ATVs.
  • Specialized Attachments: Rollers, watering systems, and screed bars for extra benefits.

For a detailed feature comparison, explore arena maintenance options.

How Performance Footing Supports Your Maintenance Goals

At Performance Footing, we offer several types of arena drags designed to simplify maintenance and deliver consistent results. Our solutions are designed to meet the needs of any footing type, keeping your arena in top shape.

Why Choose Performance Footing?

  • Quality Drag Options: Our drags are designed to handle all kinds of footing.
  • Built to Last: High-quality materials and durable construction for long-term use.
  • Expert Support: Our team helps you select the perfect drag and provides ongoing guidance.

Explore Our Products

  • Arena Drag Solutions: Drags for every footing type.
  • Additional Footing Solutions: Enhance your arena with modern footing products.

Take the Next Step Toward a Better Arena

Your arena drag is one of the best ways to keep your surface safe and performing well. With the right drag, you’ll save time, protect your investment, and create a better riding experience.

At Performance Footing, we’re committed to helping you achieve your goals with high-quality drags and expert guidance. Visit Performance Footing today to explore your options and transform your arena maintenance routine.