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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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Brown rectangular led high lumen area light with bright white leds and metallic mount for general site lighting

Brown metallic led high lumen outdoor motion sensor light with selectable wattage for general site lighting

LED High Lumen Area/Parking Lot Light, Selectable Wattage 150/200/240/300, Selectable CCT, 120-277V, Bronze Finish

Brand: Westgate Manufacturing
Voltage: 120-277
CRI: 82-84
Wattage / CCT / Lumens:
150W:
3000K = 22400
4000K = 23000
5000K = 23800
5700K = 23800
200W:
3000K = 28200
4000K = 29100
5000K = 30000
5700K = 30000
240W:
3000K = 32600
4000K = 33600
5000K = 34650
5700K = 34650
300W:
3000K = 36800
4000K = 37500
5000K = 38000
5700K = 38000
Life: 70,000 hours
0-10V Dimmable
Listings: DLC Premium, IP65, UL, Wet Location Listed
7 year warranty

ITEM: LFXPRO-XL-150-300W-MCTP

$456.18

$380.15

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Black LED high bay light in a white background with a hook

LED UFO High Bay, 54,664 Lumen Max, Wattage and CCT Selectable, 120-277V or 200-480V

Brand: ASD Lighting
Wattage Selectable: 200W/240W/300W
Lumens Selectable: 36877/43821/54664 LM
CCT Selectable: 3000K/4000K/5,000K
Voltage: 120-277V or 200-480V
CRI: 70
Beam Angle: 90°
0-10V dimming
Finish: Black
Operating Temp: -40°F to 131°F (-40°C to 55°C)
Ratings: UL Listed, DLC Premium Listed, Wet Location, IP69
Warranty: 5-year warranty

ITEM: ASD-UHB2A-NEOX-300BK

$317.00

$264.17

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Black and white industrial ufo high bay led light with circular design and heat-dissipating fins rated 180w 24500 lumens

Circular led ufo high bay grow light with black hub and clear protective ring housing bright white leds 180w 5000k

LED UFO High Bay, 24,500 Lumens, 180W, 5000K, 120-277V

Brand: GKOLED
Wattage: 180W
Lumens: 24,500
CCT: 5000K
Voltage: 120-277V
CRI: 80
0-10V dimming
Ratings: UL Listed, DLC Listed, Wet Location
5 year warranty

ITEM: GKOHB06180W27V50KB

$205.19

$170.99

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Black and white led ufo high bay ceiling light with 9100 lumens and sturdy hook for secure mounting

Black industrial led ufo high bay light with curved hook and ribbed circular housing 9100 lumens 67w 5000k

LED UFO High Bay, 9100 Lumens, 67W, 5000K, 120-277V

Brand: GKOLED
Wattage: 67W
Lumens: 9100
CCT: 5000K
Voltage: 120-277V
CRI: 80
0-10V dimming
Ratings: UL Listed, DLC Listed, Wet Location
5 year warranty

ITEM: GKOHB0667W27V50KB

$138.99

$115.99

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Black industrial led ufo high bay light with circular bright white leds and metal hook for ceiling mounting 34253 lumen max

Black industrial led ufo high bay light with metallic hook for ceiling mounting 34253 lumen max wattage selectable

LED UFO High Bay, 34,253 Lumen Max, Wattage and CCT Selectable, 120-277V or 480V

Brand: Atlas
Wattage Selectable: 135W/180W/238W
Lumens Selectable: 34,253 Max
CCT Selectable: 4000K/4500K/5000K
Voltage: 120-277V or 480V
CRI: >80
0-10 V Dimming
L70 Calculated Life: >50,000 Hours
Listings: CULUS, DLC Listed, IP65
5 year warranty

ITEM: IRHS18-30L

$325.09

$270.91

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Black led sensor ready ufo high bay light with circular recessed design and visible internal lighting array 42000 lumen

Black industrial led sensor ready ufo high bay light with ribbed housing and circular fan design 42,000 lumen max

LED Sensor Ready UFO High Bay, 42,000 Lumen Max, Wattage Selectable, 5000K, 120-277V

Brand: Westgate Manufacturing
Wattage Selectable: 150W/200W/240W/300W
Lumens: 23250/30000/33350/42000LM
CCT: 5000K
Voltage: 120-277V
Color Rendering index: > 80
Dimming: 0~10V
Lifespan: 50,000 Hrs
Beam Angle: 110°
Operating temperature: -40°F to 122°F
BUG Rating: B5-U3-G1
ADC12 Aluminum Heat Sink, Outdoor Powder Coating
Finish
Optical Lens: PC Materials High Light Transmittance, Anti-UV, Fire-Resistant
Ratings: UL Listed, DLC Listed, IP65, Wet Locations
Warranty: 5-Year Warranty

ITEM: UHX-300W-MP-50K-SR

$399.82

$333.18

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Black led ufo high bay light with circular design frosted glass diffuser 230w 34000 lumens cct selectable

Black industrial-style high bay led ufo high fixture with circular metal grid and central housing in black finish

LED UFO High Bay, 230W, 34000 Lumens, CCT Selectable, 120-277V, Black Finish

Brand: GKOLED
Wattage: 230W
CCT Selectable: 4000K/5000K
Lumens: 34000 LM
Input Voltage: 120-277V
CRI: 70
0-10V dimming
Rated for ambient operating temperature -40˚F to 122˚F (-40˚C to 50˚C )
Ratings: UL Listed, DLC Premium, Wet Location
Warranty: 5 Year Limited Warranty

ITEM: GKOHBG8230W27VDDKBAD

$139.20

$116.00

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White rhb3 ufo high bay LED ceiling light with sturdy metal hook for suspension in a white finish

C-LINE: RHB3 UFO High Bays, 22500 Lumen Max, Wattage and CCT Selectable, 277-480V, White Finish

Brand: Envision
Wattage Selectable: 60W/100W/150W
Lumens: 9000LM/15000LM/22500LM
CCT Selectable: 3500K/4000K/5000K
Voltage: 277- 480V
CRI: 80
Average life (L70) of 70,000 hours
Operating Temperature: -40° - 113° F
0-10V Dimmable
10' whip included
Ratings: UL Listed, DLC Listed, IP67, NSF Listed, RoHS compliant
Warranty: 5 Year Limited Warranty

ITEM: LED-RHB3C-3P150-CTRI-WH-10-HV

$200.00

$166.67

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Black circular ceiling-mounted led high bay lighting fixture with textured ribbed glass diffuser and central hub

Black industrial-style led high bay lighting fixture with metallic silver housing and mounting ring, wattage and cct selectable

LED High Bay Lighting Fixture 30,800 Lumens, 165/190/220 Wattage Selectable, 120-277V, CCT Selectable 3000K/3500K/4000K/5000K, Black or White Finish

Brand: Westgate Manufacturing
Finishes: Black or White
Wattage Selectable / Lumens:
165W / 23,100Lm
190W / 26,600Lm
220W / 30,800Lm
Housing: Aluminum heat sink
Voltage: 120-277V
CCT Selectable: 3000K/3500K/4000K/5000K
Efficacy: 140LM/W
CRI: 80
Rated Life: 50,000Hrs
Beam Angle: 90°
0~10V Dimming
Operating Temp.: -40°F to 122°F
Ratings: DLC, UL, IP65, Wet Locations
5-year warranty

ITEM: UHXE-165-220W-MCTP4-SR

$181.63

$151.36

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Gray industrial-style wall-mounted led floodlight with cylindrical housing and protective metal cage vapor tight light 21w

Gray industrial-style LED ceiling and wall mount vapor tight light with frosted glass globe and metal cage, 21W, CCT selectable

LED Ceiling/Wall Mount Vapor Tight Light, 21W, 2,700 Lumens, CCT Selectable 3000K/4000K/5000K

Brand: EnVisionLED
Wattage: 21W
Voltage: 120-277V
Lumens: 2,700Lm
CRI: >80
Beam Angle: 160
Operating Temperature: -4°F to 124°F
CCT Selectable: 3000K/4000K/5000K
Wall and Ceiling mounting included in box
Listing: cETLus, UL, Energy Star, Title 24
5 Year Warranty

ITEM: LED-JJ-21W-TRI

$108.00

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Black and white round high bay led lights with circular yellowish leds 147 watts 21000 lumens wet locations rated

Round High Bay, 147 Watts, 21,000 Lumens, CCT Selectable, 120-277V, White or Black Finish

Brand: Industrial Lighting Products
Wattage: 147W
Lumens: 21,000LM
CCT Selectable: 3500K/4000K/5000K
Voltage: 120-277V
CRI: >80
Life: 100000 hours
Listings: IP65, NSF, IK10, DLC Premium Listed, cETLus Listed for Damp and Wet Locations
Warranty: 5 Years
Not All Option Combinations Available. Refer to Spec Sheet for Availability.

ITEM: RB4-21L-U-CCTS-WHT

$215.99

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Black Westgate LED high lumen UFO high bay light with circular white LEDs and sturdy metal housing for industrial use

Industrial-style westgate led high lumen ufo high bay pendant light with black metal frame and curved hanging hook

Westgate LED High Lumen UFO High Bay, 50W/80W/100W/150W, CCT Selectable 3000K/4000K/5000K/5700K, 480V

Brand: Westgate Manufacturing
Housing: Aluminum heat sink, outdoor powder coating.
Voltage: 480V
Wattage Selectable: 50/ 80/ 100/ 150W
Lumens:
50W = 8000
80W = 9600
100W = 16000
150W = 24000
CRI: >80
CCT Selectable: 3000K/4000K/5000K/5700K
Power Factor: ≥0.9
Beam Angle: 110°
THD: <20%
0~10V Dimming
Rated Life: 50,000Hrs
Operating Temp.: -40°F to 122°F
Aluminum LED Board: High conductive, waterproof, aging resistant, salt mist resistance, long-life
Listings: IP65, UL, wet Locations
5-year warranty

ITEM: UHX-150W-MP-50K-480V

$325.27

$271.06

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White rectangular 2ft led linear high bay grow lights with sleek design and mounting brackets for versatile lighting use

White rectangular 2ft led linear high bay grow light with sleek design 36100 lumen wattage and cct selectable

4PK 2FT LED Linear High Bay, 36,100 Lumen Max, Wattage and CCT Selectable, 120-277V or 347-480V

Brand: GKOLED
Voltage: 120-277V or 347-480V
Wattage Selectable: 100W/150W/200W/250W
Lumens: 16,400-36,100
CCT Selectable: 4000K/5000K
CRI: 80
Operating temp: -40˚F to 122˚F (-40˚C to 50˚C).
1-10V dimming driver(s) as default.
Chain mount with included steel mounting cable.
Ratings: DLC Premium Listed, UL Listed, Damp Locations
5-Year, Limited Warranty

ITEM: GKOMLHG7250W27VDDKWPD-4PK

$631.20

$526.00

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White rectangular adjustable led high bay light fixture with frosted glass diffuser and metal mounting brackets

Adjustable LED High Bay, 220 Watt, 120-277V, 30300 Lumen, 4000K or 5000K

Brand: SATCO
Wattage: 220
Voltage: 120-277
Lumens: 30300
CCT: 4000K
Life: 50000 hours
Listings: cULus, IP65
Warranty: 5 Years

ITEM: 65-647

$346.79

$288.99

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White rectangular led vapor tight high bay light fixture with translucent diffuser and metallic side clips

White rectangular led vapor tight high bay light with durable plastic housing and metallic mounting brackets

4FT LED Vapor Tight High Bay Light, 32000 Lumen Max, Wattage and CCT Selectable, 120-277V

Brand: WSD
Wattage Selectable: 155W/185W/200W
CCT Selectable: 3500K/4000K/5000K
Lumen: 24800 lm / 29600 lm / 32000 lm
Voltage: 120-277V
CRI: 80
Working Temperature: 40ºF ~ 104ºF
Lifespan: 100,000 hours
0-10V dimming
Listings: UL Listed, DLC Premium Listed, ROHS, Wet Location
5 year warranty

ITEM: WSD-VHB155185200W27-3545K

$278.39

$231.99

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White rectangular led 2ft tri-proof vapor tight light with sleek plastic casing, selectable wattage and cct, 3396 lumen max

White rectangular vapor tight light fixture with sleek modern design and smooth plastic casing led 2ft tri-proof light

LED 2FT Tri-Proof Vapor Tight Light, 3396 Lumen Max, Wattage and CCT Selectable, 120-277V

Brand: LEDone
Wattage Selectable: 20W/25W/30W
Lumens: 2,264/2,830/3,396 LM
CCT: 3500K/4000K/5000K
Voltage: 120-277V
CRI: 80
Operating Temperature: -20°C to 40°C, -4°F to 104°F
Operating hours: 50000 hrs
0-10V dimming
Ratings: DLC Listed, UL Listed, NSF Listed, IP65
Warranty: 5 Year Limited Warranty

ITEM: LOC-2FTTPVT-MW(20/25/30)MCCT(35/40/50)D

$168.00

$140.00

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Chrome finished 4ft led vapor tight light fixture with elongated rectangular design and frosted glass diffuser

4ft led vapor tight with white glossy plastic headlamp and black circular lens featuring metallic side clips

4FT LED Vapor Tight, 5400 Lumen Max, Wattage and CCT Selectable, 120-277V

Brand: Westgate Manufacturing
Wattage Selectable / Lumens:
30W / 4200LM
38W / 5320LM
46W / 5400LM
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-30-46W-MCTP

$119.82

$99.85

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Silver 8ft vapor tight fixture with ribbed frosted acrylic lens and metal housing for industrial LED lighting

Rows of stainless steel shelves with reddish-brown goods under an 8ft vapor tight fixture with ribbed frosted lens

8FT Vapor Tight Fixture, 6000-24000 Lumens, Ribbed Frosted Acrylic Lens, 3000K, 3500K, 4000K, or 5000K, 120-277V

Brand: Industrial Lighting Products
Wattage/Lumens:
47W/6000Lm
63W/8000Lm
76W/10000Lm
81W/12000Lm
103W/14000Lm
117W/16000Lm
122W/18000Lm
162W/24000Lm
Voltage: 120-277V
CCT: 3000K/3500/4000K/5000K
CRI: 80
Life: 100000 hours
0-10V Dimmable Driver (100% - 10%)
Listings: ETL, DLC Premium, IP65, IP66, IP67, Title 24, NEMA4X, NSF
Warranty: 5 Years

ITEM: WTZ8-6L-U-30-RAFL

$404.00

$336.67

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Gray industrial 4 foot led vapor tight fixture with frosted diffuser and selectable cct for high initial lumen output

Gray rectangular 4 foot led vapor tight fixture with durable plastic housing and selectable initial lumen output options

4 Foot LED Vapor Tight Fixture, 14000, or 20000 Lumens, 120-277V, 100W, or 150W, CCT Selectable 3500K/4000K/5000K

Brand: WareLight Select
Listings: cETLus, IP67, DLC Premium, Wet Locations
NSF Rating: ETL sanitation listed for non-splash food zone to comply with NSF/ANSI 2 standard
Lamp Type: LED Board
Finish: White
Voltage: 120-277V
Wattage/Lumens (See spec for details):
100W/14,000LM
150W/20,000LM
CRI: >80
Housing: Polycarbonate
Base / Power Supply: Hard Wired
0-10vdc dimming drivers are standard
Warranty: 5 yrs

ITEM: WHL-VT-14L-KFS

$390.00

$325.00

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White rectangular 4 foot led linear vapor tight fixture with sleek metallic accents 36 watt 4700 lumens cct selectable

4 Foot LED Linear Vapor Tight Fixture, 36 watt, 4700 Lumens, CCT Selectable,120-277V (Narrow Width)

Brand: Westgate Manufacturing
Wattage: 36
Voltage: 120-277VAC 50/60Hz
CRI: >80
CCT / Lumens:
3500K / 4680
4000K / 4600
5000K / 4700
Life: 50,000 hours
Dimensions: 45 1/2in (L) x 4 5/8in (H) x 4 1/8in (W)
0-10V dimmable
Listings: DLC, IP66, UL wet
5 year warranty

ITEM: LLVT2-4FT-36W-MCT-D

$138.00

$115.00

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

4 Foot LED Vaportight High Bay, 21,050 Lumens, 131W, 3000K, 3500K, 4000K, or 5000K, Clear or Frosted Lens, 120-277V

Brand: ILP
Wattage: 131
Voltage: 120-277
Lumens: 19,308-21,050
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: BL4-18L-U-30-CAL

$620.00

$516.67

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White rectangular 2 foot led vaportight high bay light with durable plastic housing and metallic mounting brackets

2 Foot LED Vaportight High Bay, 13,150 Lumens, 80W, 3000K, 3500K, 4000K or 5000K, Clear or Frosted Lens, 120-277V

Brand: ILP
Wattage: 80
Voltage: 120-277
Lumens: 12,062-13,150
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 250W HID
Warranty: 5 Years
See spec sheet and call for more options

ITEM: BL2-12L-U-30-CAL

$414.00

$345.00

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LED Area/Parking Lot Light, 23,250 Lumen Max, Wattage, CCT and Optic Selectable, 120-277V, Sensor Ready

Brand: WareLight
Wattage Selectable: 70W/100W/150W
CCT Selectable: 3000K/4000K/5000K
Lumens: 10,850/15,500/23,250
Optics Selectable: Type III, IV, or V
Voltage: 120-277V
CRI: >70
WareSense Blue Compatible
Mounting Options: Slip Fitter (Included), Pole and Yoke
Lifespan: 50,000 hours
Working Temperature: -40°C TO 45°C (-40°F TO 113°F)
Ratings: cULus, DLC Premium, IP65
Warranty: 5 year warranty

ITEM: WL-AL-150W-3WS-3CCT-3OPT-ASF-DM010-G2

$215.99

$179.99

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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), Adjustable Slip Fitter 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: Adjustable Slip Fitter
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-ASF-MV-G3

$2,010.18

$1,675.15

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Gray led street roadway light with bright yellowish-green leds in a grid pattern 21000 lumen max wattage selectable

Gray led street roadway light with bright white leds in rectangular housing, 21000 lumen max, wattage selectable, 480V

LED Street/Roadway Lights, 21000 Lumen Max, Wattage Selectable, 3000K or 5000K, 480V

Brand: Westgate Manufacturing
Wattage Selectable: 50W/80W/100W/150W
Lumens: 7000LM/1120LM/14000LM/21000LM
CCT: 3000K or 5000K
Voltage: 480V
Lens Type: Optical TYPE III Lens
CRI: 70
Rated Life: 70,000 hrs
Dimming: 0-10 Dimming
Maximum Ambient Temperature: 104°F
BUG: B3-U0-G3
Ratings: UL Listed, Wet Location, IP65
Warranty: 7 years warranty

ITEM: STL4-50-150W-30K-480V

$652.55

$543.79

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Black industrial led shoebox area light 150w 21000 lumens dark bronze finish with textured mounting bracket 120-277v

LED Shoebox Area Light, 150W, 21000 Lumens, 4000K or 5000K, 120-277V, Dark Bronze Finish

Brand: WSD
Wattage: 150W
CCT: 4000K or 5000K
Lumens: 21000 LM
Voltage: 120-277V
Optic: Type III
CRI: 70
Finish: Dark Bronze
Life: 50000 hours
Listings: UL Listed, DLC Premium, Wet Location, ROHS
5 years warranty

ITEM: WSD-SB15W27-40K-D-T3-S

$271.20

$226.00

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Black led ufo high bay light with circular design and metallic hanging ring 34000 lumen selectable wattage and cct

White industrial led ufo high bay ceiling light with circular design and metallic hanging ring 34000 lumen selectable

LED UFO High Bay, 34,000 Lumen Max, Wattage and CCT Selectable, 120-277V, Black or White Finish

Brand: ASD Lighting
Wattage Selectable: 100/150/200W
Lumens Selectable: 34,000 LM Max
CCT Selectable: 3,000/4,000/5,000K
Voltage: 120-277V
CRI: 70
0-10V dimming
Operating temperature: -40°F to 131°F (-40°C to 55°C)v
Ratings: UL Listed, DLC Listed, Wet Location
5 year warranty

ITEM: ASD-UHB2A-ST-200BK

$112.00

$93.33

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Black led ufo high bay ceiling light with circular design and white illuminated ring 17500 lumens 140w 5000k

Black led ufo high bay light with curved hook mount and ribbed heat sink 17500 lumens 140w 5000k 120-277v

LED UFO High Bay, 17,500 Lumens, 140W, 5000K, 120-277V

Brand: GKOLED
Wattage: 140W
Lumens: 17,500
CCT: 5000K
Voltage: 120-277V
CRI: 80
0-10V dimming
Ratings: UL Listed, DLC Listed, Wet Location
5 year warranty

ITEM: GKOHB06140W27V50KB

$161.99

$134.99

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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.