“I am truly so pleased and happy we did this. Of course, the footing is amazing. Perfect in every way and weather condition. It not only is a far superior surface to train on, but it is also a huge aesthetic improvement to our farm, which as you know I am very proud of. More important, working with FootingFirst® has been nothing short of an absolute pleasure. Your professionalism and personal dedication are an example for every business.”
– McLain Ward, Castle Hill Farm, SRS
Private Barn and Facility Owners
“FootingFirst® has provided us with exceptional, enhanced fiber footing that perfectly balances durability, traction, and comfort. The quality of their footing system ensures our horses have a consistent, safe, and supportive surface to perform on, which is critical for their overall health and success in competition. Whether training or participating in high-level events, we know that the footing underfoot is just as important as the horses themselves.”
Chagrin Valley Farms
Chagrin Falls, OH
TravelRight™ and SRS footing
“The perfect combination of resiliency, suspension and traction describes the beautiful new footing at Bear Spot Farm. We are riding on footing akin to the perfect ballet studio flooring.”
Jane Karol
Bear Spot Farm
Acton, MA
TravelRight™ footing
“When our riding surface needed a refresh in 2021 we did a lot of research, asked around for a lot of opinions, and explored so many options. FootingFirst® stood out as the clear path forward. Our TravelRight™ surface is consistent, reliable, and absolutely doing its job. The horses love it, and so do we.”
Natasha Sprengers-Levine
Blue Wood Farm & Vineyard
Millbrook, NY
TravelRight™ footing
“I am extremely happy with my TraveLite™ footing in my indoor arena, it gives the perfect amount of give without being too deep, and my horses feel amazing on it. I would recommend this footing for anyone who is serious about their training and soundness of their horses.”
Kim Herslow, Owner/Trainer
Upper Creek Farm
TraveLite™ footing
“Adding TravelRight™ arena footing was the missing link to our training facility… We have already noticed how much more comfortable the horse travel—to the point that we have to set our course distances more open to allow for the length of the stride the horses are working on more naturally.”
Stacia Madden, Trainer
Beacon Hill Stables
TravelRight™ footing
“FootingFirst® has built two outdoor arenas for me. The footing has been fantastic, the horses work well on it, and it has held up to wear and weather for several years. If I ever build a third arena, FootingFirst® will be my first call!”
Courtney Morse
Crann Briste
Econoblend footing
Trusted by Competitors at Equestrian Venues and Events
“It was a fantastic feeling jumping on FootingFirst®! I had complete trust in the footing as I was making tight turns and riding at speed in the Indoor Eventing Challenge. My horse jumped amazing and felt so confident, which helped secure our wins both nights.”
Kendal Lehari(CAN)
Winner of the Mad Barn Indoor Eventing Challenge
“The footing is incredible at The Royal. We adore being able to ride on it. The Coliseum and the footing are conducive to doing your best, which is why we love coming here.”
Virginia Bonnie (USA)
1.40m Junior/Amateur Jumper Champion
“I was going as hard as I could go out there and the footing was there for me every step of the way. I give it two thumbs up! The horses seem to enjoy jumping on it: it has good grab on the take-off, but nice give on the landing.”
Aaron Vale (USA)
McKee Family International Challenge Winner
“One thing I have learned in my years training and taking care of horses is the importance of arena footing. This is especially important at home as this is where my horses spend most of their time. In turn, the footing in my training arenas should not be the same as the footing in a show ring. I prefer a slightly looser formula at home than we see in most top show venues. Karen Leeming of FootingFirst® and I have carefully produced a blend for my training arena which I find to be perfect for my horses’ daily routine.”
– Peter Wylde
Olympic Gold Medalist
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