Riding Arena with Subsurface Supply and Drainage System

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The invention describes a riding arena (reitplatz) that features an integrated underground watering and drainage system. This system uses a waterproof basin with embedded irrigation and drainage pipes located beneath a special separating layer made from elastic mats. These mats consist of synthetic, water-permeable materials like closed-cell, cross-linked PE or PET, allowing for even and efficient distribution of water throughout the riding surface. This system ensures consistent moisture levels and effective drainage, enhancing both the surface quality and the safety of the arena for horses and riders.

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• Equestrian centers and riding arenas requiring precise control over ground moisture.
• Indoor and outdoor horse training facilities looking to maintain riding surfaces year-round.
• Specialized arenas for competitions where consistent footing quality is critical.
• High-end private stables aiming to improve horse welfare and performance.
• Other sports or recreational areas that need similar underground irrigation and drainage solutions for synthetic or sand-based surfaces.

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• Ensures even and controlled moisture distribution across the entire riding surface, improving footing consistency.
• Prevents waterlogging and puddling, allowing for immediate use of the arena after heavy rain.
• Reduces dust creation, leading to improved respiratory health for horses and riders.
• Minimizes maintenance and water usage due to the mats’ water retention and efficient system design.
• Improves the shock-absorbing properties of the surface, reducing strain and injury risk for horses.
• Extends the lifespan of the arena by preventing surface degradation from uneven moisture.
• Permits year-round usability regardless of weather conditions.

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The invention relates to a riding ground having an underground watering and drainage system, comprising a watertight basin (14) in which watering means (22) and drainage means (22) are disposed, and also comprising a water supply device connected to the watering means (22). The riding ground is characterised in that the watering means (22) are disposed below a separating layer (30) consisting of elastic mats which each have at least one extensively porous base layer which is permeable to water and is made of synthetic material, particularly preferably made of in particular closed-cell and cross-linked PE or PET.