November 29, 2011 in News by pr-team

A quality manège is the key to competition success

Mansfield Sand and Bagforce Ltd discuss the importance of a well constructed manège from foundation to surface

Training a competition horse at any level requires time, hard work and dedication.  However, without the correct equipment even the best horse will not reach its full potential.  A surefooted Manège is one element crucial to the successful development of both horse and rider, whilst also helping to reduce the risk of injuries and strains.

“Ensuring you have the most suitable Manège for your needs from the surface down is vital to the training of any horse and rider,  and especially so for competition horses,” explains Louise Barrington-Earp, Equestrian Technical Specialist at Mansfield Sand, a leading supplier of equestrian surfaces.

“However, the drainage base is just as important as the surface when it comes to creating a first-class manège.  This is why it is imperative to work closely with our customers from the outset to determine their requirements and provide them with the best surface possible.”

Sally-Ann Tucker is one such customer who, due to the nature of her business, Bagforce Ltd, and her competitive dressage riding experience understands the importance of a well-constructed, tailored arena more than most.

“Bagforce Ltd is a specialist supplier of aggregate and one of our key sectors is the equestrian industry,” says Sally, Joint-Director of Bagforce.  “Our aggregates are used to create free draining Manèges as well as being used on many cross-country courses.

“However, although the base construction is crucial the surface plays an equally important role in creating a top quality manège, which is why we recommend Mansfield Sand products to our customers,” continues Sally.

Sally also owns two horses, which regularly compete in Medium Level Dressage competitions with Sally and her daughter.

“I have been a personal customer of Mansfield Sand for a while using their Equine Rubber on my Manège at home.  I initially chose Mansfield Sand because of its reputation and locality, and since then it is also the quality of its products, as well as customer service, which has impressed me,” adds Sally.

“My daughter and I use our manège on a daily basis so it is subjected to a lot of wear and tear, but since using Mansfield Sand it has remained stable and requires only the minimum amount of maintenance. This is why I feel comfortable recommending the company to Bagforce equestrian clients.”