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Riding arena lighting has one problem no other sports application shares: dust. Arena footing throws sand, fiber and rubber continuously, and it settles on every horizontal surface — including fixture lenses, where it quietly cuts output year after year. Sealed and gasketed fixtures hold their light far better than open high bays in the same building. The second problem is uniformity, and it matters more here than in almost any venue, because horses are flight animals: dark corners, sudden shadows and pools of contrast across the footing cause them to shy. Browse riding arena lighting by fixture type below, or talk to our team about a photometric layout for your arena.

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White elongated 8ft led linear vapor light with sleek modern design and metallic accents 13000lm 100w 4000k or 5000k 480v

8ft led linear vapor light 13000lm 100w with sleek cylindrical design and precise dimensional markings

8FT LED LINEAR VAPOR LIGHT, 13000LM, 100W, 4000K OR 5000K, 480V

Brand: Westgate Manufacturing
Wattage: 100W
Lumens: 13000LM
Voltage: 480V
CCT: 4000K or 5000K
CRI: >80
Life: 50,000 hrs.
Dimmable: 0~10V Dimming
Grey Finish
Listings: IP66, UL, Wet Location
5 Year Warranty

ITEM: LLVT-8FT-100W-40K-D-480V

$707.09

$589.24

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Chrome finished 4ft vapor tight selectable led light fixture with frosted glass diffuser 50k ip66 nsf rating

White glossy plastic 4ft vapor tight selectable headlamp with circular black lens and metallic clips 50k ip66 nsf

4FT VAPOR TIGHT SELECTABLE 30/38/60W 35/40/50K IP66 NSF

Brand: Westgate Manufacturing
Wattage Selectable / Lumens:
30W / 4200LM
38W / 5320LM
60W / 8400LM
CCT Selectable: 3500K / 4000K / 5000K
Voltage: 120-277V
CRI: >80
Life: 50,000 hrs.
Dimmable: 0-10V Dimming
Listings: cETLus, NSF, IP66, Wet Location
5 Year Warranty

ITEM: LVTE-4FT-30-60W-MCTP

$128.90

$107.42

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White rectangular 4 foot led high bay light fixture with durable plastic housing and metal mounting brackets

4 Foot LED Vaportight High Bay, 34,470 Lumes, 209W, 3000K, 3500K, 4000K or 5000K, Clear or Frosted Lens, 120-277V

Brand: ILP
Wattage: 209
Voltage: 120-277
Lumens: 31,618-34,470
CCT: 3000K, 3500K, 4000K or 5000K
CRI: >80
L70 Life: >100,000 hours
0-10V dimmable
Listings: DLC Premium, ETL wet, IP65, IP66, IP67, NSF
Equivalent to 575W HID
Warranty: 5 Years
See spec sheet and call for more options

ITEM: BL4-30L-U-30-CAL

$854.00

$711.67

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White rectangular high bay led light fixture with durable plastic housing and metallic mounting brackets for industrial use

2 Foot LED Vaportight High Bay, 25,140 Lumens, 159W, 3000K, 3500K, 4000K or 5000K, Clear or Frosted Lens, 120-277V

Brand: ILP
Wattage: 159
Voltage: 120-277
Lumens: 23,060-25,140
CCT: 3000K, 3500K, 4000K or 5000K
CRI: >80
L70 Life: >100,000 hours
0-10V dimmable
Listings: DLC Premium, ETL wet, IP65, IP66, IP67, NSF
Equivalent to 400W HID
Warranty: 5 Years
See spec sheet and call for more options

ITEM: BL2-24L-U-30-CAL

$660.00

$550.00

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LED Pickleball Court Light, 57,135 Lumens, 320W, 5000K, 120-277V

Brand: Westgate Manufacturing
Wattage: 320W
Lumens: 57,135 LM
CCT: 5000K
Voltage: 120-277V
CRI: >70
Dimmable: 0-10V Dimming
Mounting: Yoke Mount (Included) and optional Slip-Fitter Pole Adapter for standard 2-3/8" OD round pole tenon mounting
Operating Temperature: -22°F to +113°F
Finish: Black
Listings: cULus Listed, IP66, IK10
Warranty: 7 Year Warranty

ITEM: SFP-320W-50K

$614.36

$511.97

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LED Pickleball Court Light, 41,594 Lumens, 240W, 5000K, 120-277V

Brand: Westgate Manufacturing
Wattage: 240W
Lumens: 41,594 LM
CCT: 5000K
Voltage: 120-277V
CRI: >70
Dimmable: 0-10V Dimming
Mounting: Yoke Mount (Included) and optional Slip-Fitter Pole Adapter for standard 2-3/8" OD round pole tenon mounting
Operating Temperature: -22°F to +113°F
Finish: Black
Listings: cULus Listed, IP66, IK10
Warranty: 7 Year Warranty

ITEM: SFP-240W-50K

$496.18

$413.48

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Black outdoor led shoebox area light fixture with rectangular panel of bright white leds 120-277v wattage selectable

Black rectangular led shoebox area light with 120-277v voltage, white leds, clear plastic cover, and metal bracket mount

LED Area/Parking Lot Light, 21,000 Lumen Max, Wattage Selectable, 5000K, 120-277V

Brand: LEDSION
Wattage Selectable: 80W/100W/150W
Lumens: 11,200/14,000/21,000
CCT: 5000K
Voltage: 120-277V
CRI: >72
Distribution: TYPE III or TYPE V
0-10V dimmable
Life: 50,000 hours
Mounting Bracket Included
Listings: cULus, DLC Premium
5 year warranty

ITEM: SBC8B-150/100/80W-277V50K

$224.99

$189.99

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White led roadway light with bright yellowish leds in rows under protective cover 9900 lumens 70W 120-277V 4000K type 3

Gray plastic fuel tank with black cap and molded compartments on the back side of led roadway light 9900 lumens 70w 4000k type 3

LED Roadway Light, 9900 Lumens, 70W, 4000K, Type 3, 120-277V

Brand: GKOLED
Voltage: 120-277V
Wattage: 70W
CCT: 4000K
Lumens: 9900lm
CRI: 70
Distribution type: Type III
Photocell
Operating temperature -40˚F to 104˚F (-40˚C to 40˚C)
1-10V dimming driver(s) as default.
Ratings: DLC Listed Premium, UL Listed, Wet Location
Warranty: 5 Year Limited Warranty

ITEM: GKORLG270W27V40KSGP0T3

$159.60

$133.00

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Brown rectangular led high lumen flood light with bright white leds and scalloped top edge for general site lighting

Brown plastic led high lumen flood light fixture with ribbed heat sink and integrated control panel for general site lighting

LED High Lumen Flood Light, 21,000 Lumen Max, Wattage Selectable, 3000K, 4000K, or 5000K, 120-277V

Brand: Westgate Manufacturing
Wattage Selectable: 50W/80W/100W/150W
Lumens: 7000/11200/14000K/21000LM
CCT: 3000K, 4000K, or 5000K
Voltage: 120-277
CRI: >82
Optic Lens: Type III
Snap-on & Bolt Mounting Options for One- Person Installations.
Life: 70,000 hours
0-10V Dimmable
Listings: IP65, UL, Wet Locations
7 year warranty

ITEM: LFX-LG-50-150W-30K-SC

$218.00

$181.67

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Four identical black 15ft led lighting poles with sleek modern led lights designed for pickleball court lighting systems

15FT LED Lighting System For Pickleball Court, 4 Light Poles and 4 LED Lights With Sports Optics

Brand: WareLight Select

Commercial-grade LED Light Poles System Includes:

Four (4) 15FT Round steel light poles with hardware, sets of anchor bolts and base covers.
Four (4) Single LED lights complete with adjustable slip fitters.

Light Pole

Light Pole Shaft: 4"Diameter, commercial quality carbon steel tubing conforming to ASTM A500 Grade B 11 gauge.
Pole Height: 20 ft.
Anchor Bolts: 4 galvanized steel anchor bolts included.
Bolt Circle: 8-1/2" (Bolt Circle range: 8"-11" ).

Fixture

Wattage Selectable: 180/200/230/250/300W
Lumens: 42,000 Lumen Max
CCT Selectable: 3000/4000/5000K
Voltage: 120-277
CRI: >75
Dimmable: 0-10V
Light Distribution: Type 4
Finish: Dark Bronze
Listings: DLC Premium, ETL Listed, IP66, Wet Locations
5-year warranty

ITEM: LSPB-15

$6,688.00

$5,573.33

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Black dual-head led lights with sleek modern design on 15ft led lighting poles for pickleball court sports optics

A brightly lit indoor pickleball court with green surface and blue service areas illuminated by 15ft led lighting

15FT LED Lighting System For Pickleball Court, 2 Light Poles and 4 LED Lights With Sports Optics

Brand: WareLight Select

Commercial-grade LED Light Poles System Includes:

Two (2) 15FT Round steel light poles with hardware, sets of anchor bolts and base covers.
Two (2) Spoke Brackets with 2 Arms at 90 Degrees.
Four (4) Single LED lights complete with adjustable slip fitters.

Light Pole

Light Pole Shaft: 4"Diameter, commercial quality carbon steel tubing conforming to ASTM A500 Grade B 11 gauge.
Pole Height: 15 ft.
Anchor Bolts: 4 galvanized steel anchor bolts included.
Bolt Circle: 8-1/2" (Bolt Circle range: 8"-11" ).

Fixture

Wattage Selectable: 180/200/230/250/300W
Lumens: 42,000 Lumen Max
CCT Selectable: 3000/4000/5000K
Voltage: 120-277
CRI: >75
Dimmable: 0-10V
Light Distribution: Type 4
Finish: Dark Bronze
Listings: DLC Premium, ETL Listed, IP66, Wet Locations
5-year warranty

ITEM: LSPB2-15

$4,948.00

$4,123.33

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Black metal post base with dark bronze square surface designed for anchor bolts on 10 foot steel light pole

Dark bronze 10 foot square steel light pole with black metal post base secured by silver anchor bolts and hexagonal nuts

Quickship - 10 Foot Square Steel Light Pole, 4 Inch Wide, 11 Gauge, Dark Bronze

Brand: WareLight Select
Pole Top Options:
A removable top cap is provided.
Predrilled mounting holes are standard.
2-3⁄8 inch removable steel tenon optional
Pole Shaft and Height: 4 inch square 11 gauge commercial grade steel with minimum yield strength of 50,000 psi. Pole height is 10 ft.
Anchor Bolts: A set of 4 galvanized steel anchor bolts is provided with each pole assembly. Each anchor bolt includes 2 nuts and 2 washers.
Bolt Circle: 8.5 inches (Bolt Circle Range: 8"-11")
Base Cover: Two-piece ABS plastic base cover is provided
Finish: Dark Bronze
Warranty: 1 Year

ITEM: QS-SSP10-4-11-DBZ

$1,096.00

$913.33

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Black metal gama sonic lamp post with sleek cylindrical shaft and ornate base for outdoor lighting 6.5 foot standard post

Black 78 inch gama sonic lamp post with 3 inch diameter fluted shaft for outdoor lighting 6.5 foot standard post

6.5 Foot Standard Post, 3" Fitter

Brand: Gama Sonic
Easy Assemble: This outdoor lamp post can be set up in a matter of minutes and comes with all the hardware needed. It has a sturdy 9-inch diameter base that can be anchored to any flat surface(bolts are included) and can be used with Gama Sonic’s EZ-Anchor Kit(sold separately)
Compatibility: This outdoor pole is designed to support the Gama Sonic Imperial II and Imperial Bulb series lamp heads with a 3-inch outside diameter fitter
Built to Last: This decorative black post is constructed with weather resistant and rust-resistant powder-coated cast aluminum
Outdoor lamp pole only (lamp head is sold separately)

ITEM: 97SP0

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25 ft 4 Inch Square Area Lighting Pole With Single Head LED 300W Slim Line Fixture (1000W+ MH or HID Equivalent), Pole Arm Mount

Lighting Head Spec
Brand: WareLight Select
Wattage: 300W
Lumens: 39,900
CCT: 5000K
Voltage: 120-277 (call for 480V availability)
LPW: 133 lp/w
CRI: >80
Dimmable: 1-10V
Optic: Type 3
Mounting: 6 inch Pole Arm
Dimensions: 25.94"L x 13.11"W x 3.54"H
Listings: DLC, cULus, IP65
5 year warranty
Pole Spec
25 Foot Tall, 4 inch square, 7 gauge lighting pole
Economical and Tough
Easy to drill to mount fixtures
Easy to install
Large handle hole for easy wiring
Mounting
Drill style with 1-2-3-4 side drilling available

ITEM: 25-4-1X-PLF-300W-50K-T3-B-APM-MV-G3

$2,032.98

$1,694.15

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25 ft 4 Inch Square Area Lighting Pole With Triple Head LED 300W Slim Line Fixture (1000W+ MH or HID Equivalent), Pole Arm Mount

Lighting Head Spec
Brand: WareLight Select
Wattage: (3) 300W
Lumens: 39,900
CCT: 5000K
Voltage: 120-277 (call for 480V availability)
LPW: 133 lp/w
CRI: >80
Dimmable: 1-10V
Optic: Type 3
Mounting: 6 inch Pole Arm
Dimensions: 25.94"L x 13.11"W x 3.54"H
Listings: DLC, cULus, IP65
5 year warranty
Pole Spec
25 Foot Tall, 4 inch square, 7 gauge lighting pole
Economical and Tough
Easy to drill to mount fixtures
Easy to install
Large handle hole for easy wiring
Mounting
Drill style with 1-2-3-4 side drilling available

ITEM: 25-4-3X-PLF-300W-50K-T3-B-APM-MV-G3

$2,580.16

$2,150.14

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A circular industrial street light fixture with a black outer frame, a silver reflective interior, and a clear diffuser, shown against a plain white background.

An overhead view of a circular LED light fixture with a visible spiral array of warm white LEDs inside a silver and black bezel. A callout inset shows the rear color selectable switch with temperature options 3000/4000/5000K.

6PK LED UFO High Bay, 100W, 12,427 Lumen Max, CCT Selectable, 120-277V, CORE Series

Brand: ASD Lighting
Wattage: 100W
Lumens: 12,427 LM
CCT Selectable: 3000K/4000K/5,000K
Voltage: 120-277V
CRI: 80
Beam Angle: 90°
Finish: Black
Operating Temp: -4°F to 104°F(-20°C to 40°C)
Lifespan: 50,000 Hrs.
Ratings: ETL Listed, Wet Location, IP65 Rated
Warranty: 3-Year Limited Warranty

ITEM: ASD-UHD-CORE-MV-100BK-5CP-6PK

$281.52

$234.60

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Black metal shield reflector with minimalist rectangular design for 200 240 300w wl-al series led area lights

Stainless steel shield reflector with sleek angular design and polished finish for 200 240 300w wl-al series led area lights

Shield Reflector for 200/240/300W WL-AL Series

Brand: WareLight
Shield Reflector for 200/240/300W WL-AL Series

ITEM: WL-AL-SR-300W

$13.19

$10.99

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Black metal shield reflector with minimalist rectangular design for 150w wl-al series led area lights

Shield Reflector for 70/100/150W WL-AL Series

Brand: WareLight
Shield Reflector for 70/100/150W WL-AL Series

ITEM: WL-AL-SR-150W

$11.99

$9.99

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Brown rectangular led flood light with 21400 lumen max cct selectable and industrial design for maximum feature area

Black rectangular led flood light with maximum feature area, cct selectable, and sensor ready mounting hardware

Maximum Feature Area/Flood Light, 21400 Lumen Max, Wattage and CCT Selectable, Sensor & Photocell Ready, 120-277V

Brand: Westgate Manufacturing
Wattage Selectable: 70W/100W/150W
CCT Selectable: 3000K/ 4000K/ 5000K
Lumens: 21400 LM max
Voltage: 120~277V
Optic Lens Type: III
70,000 Hours Rated Life
Dimming: 0~10V Dimmable
Operating Temperature: -40°F to 104°F
10KV Lightning Surge Protection
Ratings: UL Listed, DLC Listed, IP65
Warranty: 7-Year Warranty

ITEM: LFXMAX-LG-70-150W-MCTP-PSR

$218.00

$181.67

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Black industrial led shoebox area light 100w 13000 lumens 120-277v dark bronze finish with bright white leds

Black plastic monitor mount with geared adjustment arm and mounting plate for dark bronze 120-277v area light

LED Shoebox Area Light, 100W, 13000 Lumens, 4000K or 5000K, 120-277V, Dark Bronze Finish

Brand: WSD
Wattage: 100W
CCT: 4000K or 5000K
Lumens: 13000 LM
Voltage: 120-277V
Optic: Type III
CRI: 70
Finish: Dark Bronze
Life: 50000 hours
Listings: UL Listed, DLC Premium, Wet Location, ROHS
5 year warranty

ITEM: WSD-SB10W27-40K-D-T3

$214.99

$179.99

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Black rectangular led area parking light with bright white leds in bronze finish for large led area or parking lot use

Black die-cast aluminum large led area parking light with clear optic lens multiple integrated leds bronze finish

Large LED Area/Parking Lot Light, 14000 Lumen Max, Wattage and CCT Selectable, 120-277V, Bronze Finish

Brand: EnVision
Wattage Selectable: 20W / 40W / 60W / 80W / 100W
Lumen Max: 14000LM
CCT Selectable: 3000K / 4000K / 5000K
Voltage: 120-277V
CRI: >80
Dimmable: 0-10V
Bronze Finish
Life: 70,000 hrs.
Operating Temperature: -40° to 122° F
Listings: UL, DLC, ROHS, IP65 for Wet Locations
7 Year Warranty

ITEM: LED-ARL3-5P100-TRI-BZ-UNV

$210.00

$175.00

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Black led viewpoint area light with rectangular curved housing and white led grid array for outdoor illumination

Viewpoint Area Light, 14000/17000/21000 Lumen Selectable, 4000K or 5000K, Type 3, 4 or 5 Distribution, 120-277V

Brand: Industrial Lighting Products
Wattage: 103W
Voltage: 120-277V
Lumen Selectable: 14000/17000/21000 Lumen
CCT: 4000K or 5000K
CRI: >70
Life: L80 >100,000 hrs
Optic: Type 3,4 or 5
Adjustable Pole, Wall, & Slip Fitter Mounting Options
Listings: IP66, ETL, DLC Premium
Warranty: 5 Years

ITEM: VAS-14L/17L/21L-U-40-T3-PMB-BRZ

$398.00

$331.67

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Gray led street roadway light with sleek modern design and bright white leds arranged in a grid pattern

Gray led street roadway light with rectangular housing and bright white led array 7250 lumen wattage selectable

LED Street/Roadway Light, 7250 Lumen Max, Wattage Selectable, 3000K or 5000K, 120-277V

Brand: Westgate Manufacturing
Wattage Selectable: 15W/20W/30W/50W
Lumen Max: 7250
CCT: 3000K or 5000K
Voltage: 120-277
CRI: >70
Dimming: 0-10 Dimming
Efficacy: 145 LPW
Lifespan: 70,000 hr.
Listings: UL, IP65
Warranty: 7 Years

ITEM: STL4-15-50W-30K

$265.27

$221.06

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Brown rectangular led high lumen floodlight with ribbed housing for general site lighting and parking lot use

Rectangular bronze led high lumen area light with grid diffuser and side knob for general site lighting use

LED High Lumen Area/Parking Lot Light, Selectable Wattage 50/80/100/150, Selectable CCT, 120-277V, Bronze Finish

Brand: Westgate Manufacturing
Voltage: 120-277
CRI: 82-84
Wattage / CCT / Lumens:
50W:
3000K = 6800
4000K = 6950
5000K = 7510
5700K = 7510
80W:
3000K = 11000
4000K = 11200
5000K = 11500
5700K = 11500
100W:
3000K = 13200
4000K = 13500
5000K = 14000
5700K = 14000
150W:
3000K = 18700
4000K = 18900
5000K = 19200
5700K = 19200
Life: 70,000 hours
0-10V Dimmable
Listings: DLC Premium, IP65, UL, Wet Location Listed
7 year warranty

ITEM: LFXPRO-LG-50-150W-MCTP

$263.46

$219.55

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A modern rectangular LED street light with a dark bronze housing and a bright white diffuser panel, shown at an angle on a solid white background.

LED Area Light, 11,600 Lumen Max, Wattage, CCT, and Optic Selectable, 120-347V

Brand: Eiko
Wattage Selectable: 40/60/80W
Lumen Selectable: 11,600/8,900/ 6,100
CCT Selectable: 3000K/4000K/5000K
Voltage: 120-347V
CRI: >80
Dimmable: 0-10V
Optic Selectable: T3/T4/T5
L70 Rated Life: up to L70/100,000 hours at 25°C
Operating Temperature: -40°F to 122°F (-40°C to 50°C)
Listings: IP65, UL Listed, DLC Premium, ROHS
Warranty: 5-year warranty

ITEM: AAL2-PS80-OS-8FCCT-HDIM

$215.20

$179.33

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LED Area Light, 43,500 Lumen Max, Wattage, CCT, and Optic Selectable, 120-347V or 277-480V

Brand: Eiko
Wattage Selectable: 180W/240W/300W
Lumen Selectable: 43,500/35,600/30,200
CCT Selectable: 3000K/4000K/5000K
Voltage: 120-347V or 277-480V
CRI: >80
Dimmable: 0-10V
Optic Selectable: T3/T4/T5
L70 Rated Life: up to L70/100,000 hours at 25°C
Operating Temperature: -40°F to 122°F (-40°C to 50°C)
Listings: IP65, UL Listed, DLC Premium, ROHS
Warranty: 5-year warranty

ITEM: AAL2-PS300-OS-8FCCT-HDIM

$331.12

$275.93

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LED Area Light, 21,800 Lumen Max, Wattage, CCT, and Optic Selectable, 120-347V or 277-480V

Brand: Eiko
Wattage Selectable: 90W/120W/150W
Lumen Selectable: 21,800/17,800/13,600
CCT Selectable: 3000K/4000K/5000K
Voltage: 120-347V or 277-480V
CRI: >80
Dimmable: 0-10V
L70 Rated Life: up to L70/100,000 hours at 25°C
Operating Temperature: -40°F to 122°F (-40°C to 50°C)
Listings: IP65, UL Listed, DLC Premium, ROHS
Warranty: 5-year warranty

ITEM: AAL2-PS150-OS-8FCCT-HDIM

$240.04

$200.03

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LED Linear High Bay, 58,300 Lumen Max, Wattage, CCT, and Optic Selectable, 120-347V or 277-480V

Brand: Eiko
Voltage: 120-347V or 277-480V
Wattage Selectable: 320W/360W/400W
CCT Selectable: 3500K/4000K/5000K
Lumens Selectable: 45,000/51,100/58,300 LM
CRI: 80+
Dimmable: 0-10V
Operating Temp: -40°F to 131°F (-40°C to 55°C)
Finish: White
Rated Life: 100,00 Hrs.
Ratings: DLC Premium, cULus Listed, ROHS, IP20, Damp Location
Warranty: 5-year Limited Warranty

ITEM: LH2-PS400-OS30-8FCCT-HDIM

$429.22

$357.68

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Indoor riding arena lit by LED high bay light fixtures

Indoor Riding Arenas

Most indoor arenas are wide-span buildings with open truss and a metal roof, with fixtures hung from the structure rather than surface mounted. Ceiling height varies enormously, so beam distribution should be matched to the actual mounting height rather than assumed.

Seal against dust. This is the single decision that most affects how an arena looks in five years. Open high bays collect footing dust on the lens and lose output steadily; sealed vapor tight fixtures and gasketed UFO high bays hold their light and are far easier to wipe down.
Light the corners. Uniformity matters more in an arena than in most venues. Horses shy at sudden changes in contrast, so dark corners and shadowed short ends are a handling problem, not just an aesthetic one. Aim for even coverage across the whole footing, including the track and the corners riders actually use.
Keep fixtures out of the upward sightline. Riders look up over fences, and horses have wide peripheral vision and are sensitive to glare. Shielded optics and aiming across the arena rather than straight down reduce the problem.
Protect the lens. Anything within reach of a loose horse, a lunge line or a thrown object should have an impact-resistant lens or a guard.
Account for the environment. Many arenas are unheated, so confirm the fixture's low-temperature rating. Arenas attached to barns also see ammonia from stalls, which is corrosive — another argument for sealed housings.
Upgrading from metal halide? High bay retrofit kits can often reuse existing housings and hangers, which keeps the job to a fixture swap rather than a rewire.

Outdoor Riding Arenas

Outdoor arenas are lit from poles set outside the fence line, typically four to six depending on arena size, with fixtures aimed across the footing rather than down the long side. That keeps light out of riders' eyes on the approach and avoids throwing hard shadows across jumps.

Use flood fixtures on commercial poles rather than building-mounted lights where possible — wall mounting from the barn puts all the light on one side and shadows the far end.
Check spill onto neighboring property and any local dark-sky ordinance before finalizing aiming. Rural does not mean unregulated.
Dust still applies outdoors. Sealed housings and a higher IP rating pay off on a sand or fiber surface.

How Much Light Does a Riding Arena Need?

Most private and boarding-barn arenas sit toward the recreational end of the sports lighting range, with competition and show facilities higher. Because arena size varies so widely and uniformity matters more than the average figure, a photometric layout is worth more here than a rule of thumb. Our sports lighting buying guide sets out footcandle and lux targets by level of play, and both of our riding arena guides cover the application in more detail — indoor riding arena lighting and outdoor riding arena lighting.

Call us for help specifying riding arena lighting, or use our free lighting layout service to get a photometric plan for your arena.