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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 industrial LED UFO high bay ceiling light with circular ribbed design and suspension hook 22,500 lumen max

White industrial led ufo high bay light with circular multi-faceted design and adjustable wattage for high bay use

LED UFO High Bay, 22,500 Lumen Max, Wattage and CCT Selectable, White, 120-277V

Brand: WareLight Select
Wattage / Lumens:
80W / 12,000Lm
100W / 15,000Lm
150W / 22,500Lm
CCT Selectable: 4000K/5000K
Voltage: 120-277V
Beam Angle: 100°
CRI: >80
0-10v dimmable driver, which can dim from 100% down to off.
Mounting: Comes standard with G hook, O hook, U bracket, and 3/4" NPS
5 (59") long power and 1 (12") long dimming cord provided for easier installation.
Only one remote per project needed with purchase of sensor
Listings: DLC Premium, cULus, IP65
DLC ID: S-YRT3FR
5 year warranty

ITEM: XHBG150WSCSDUVGWH

$143.99

$70.00

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Black led ufo high bay light with metallic hook and bright white leds arranged in concentric circles, 21,000 lumens

Black led ufo high bay ceiling light with metallic hanging hook and radial heat sink fins for industrial use

LED UFO High Bay, 21,000 Lumens, Wattage and CCT Selectable, 120-277V, Black or White Finish

Brand: Westgate Manufacturing
Wattage Selectable: 70W/110W/150W
Voltage: 120-277V
CCT Selectable: 3000K/4000K/5000K
CRI: 80
Lumens: 9800LM/15400LM/21000LM
Beam Angle: 60° / 80° / 100°
Operating Temperature: -40°F to 122°F
Lifespan: 50,000 Hrs
Ratings: DLC Listed, CULUS Listed, Wet Location
Warranty: 5 years warranty

ITEM: UHXMAX-70-150W-MCTPB-SR

$143.99

$119.99

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Black industrial round high bay led light with circular design and metallic hanging ring for commercial lighting

White round high bay led light with sleek design and integrated mounting ring 22500 lumen selectable wattage and cct

Round High Bay, 22,500 Lumen Max, Wattage and CCT Selectable, 120-277V, Black or White Finish

Brand: Eiko
Voltage: 120-277V
Wattage Selectable: 150/130/100W
CCT Selectable: 3500/4000/5000K
Lumens: 22,500/19,500/15,000 lm
CRI: 80
Estimated L70: 100,000 Hours
0-10V dimming, dim-to-off
Ratings: DLC Premium Listed, UL Listed, ROHS, IP65
DLC ID #:
Black: S-Q8DPVZ
White: S-Q8DPVZ
Warranty: 5 years warranty

ITEM: BAYE3-PS150-FCCT-U-WH

$178.20

$148.50

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2FT Linear High Bay, 35,400 Lumen Max, Wattage and CCT Selectable, 120-347V

Brand: Eiko
Voltage: 120-347V
Wattage Selectable: 240/210/180W
CCT Selectable: 3500K/4000K/5000K
Lumens: 35,400/32,700/27,100
CRI: 80
Dimensions: 20.1in x 11.2in x 1.9in
Fixture package includes 6.5’ aircraft cable with V hooks
DLC ID: S-1DH3K5
Ratings: DLC Premium, UL Listed, ROHS, Damp Location
Warranty: 5 years warranty

ITEM: LH2-PS240-OS-8FCCT-HDIM

$259.99

$216.99

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Black led ufo high bay light with circular design and visible internal lighting array 200w 32000 lumen 4000k 5000k

LED UFO High Bay, 200W, 120-277V, 32000 Lumen, 4000K or 5000K, Black Finish

Brand: WSD
Wattage: 200W
Lumens: 32,000Lm
Voltage: 120-277V
0-10V Low Voltage Dimming
CCT: 4000K or 5000K
CRI: 70
Beam Angle: 89º
Operating Temperature: -22ºF ~ 113ºF (-30ºC ~ 45ºC)
Life: 50000 hours
Listings: UL, DLC Standard, RoHS, Wet Locations,
5 year warranty

ITEM: WSD-UFO20W48-40K-B-H-G2

$227.99

$189.99

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White industrial led ceiling light 11 inch ufo high bay 100 watt 15321 lumens 5000k with hook suspension

White industrial 11 inch led ufo high bay light with curved mounting hook and ribbed diffuser 100 watt 5000k

11" LED UFO High Bay, 100 Watt, 120-277V, 15,321 Lumens, 5000K, White Finish

Brand: naturaLED
Wattage: 100W
Lumens: 15,321LM
Voltage: 120-347V
Dimmable: 0-10V (only with sensor)
One Remote needed per job (If sensors are used)
CCT: 5000K
CRI: 80
Beam Angle: 90
L70 Life: 50000 hours
Ratings: ETL, DLC Premium, IP66, Wet Locations
5 year warranty

ITEM: FX11HBR100/90/850/WH/IP66

$109.09

$90.91

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Black and white industrial round high bay lights with circular bright yellowish leds 102 watts 14000 lumens cct selectable

Black and white industrial round high bay led lights with concentric circular patterns 102 watts 14000 lumens

Round High Bay, 102 Watts, 14000 Lumens, CCT Selectable, 120-277V, White or Black Finish

Brand: Industrial Lighting Products
Wattage: 102W
Lumens: 14000
CCT Selectable: 3500K/4000K/5000K
Voltage: 120-277
CRI: >80
Life: 100000 hours
Listings: IP65, NSF, IK10, DLC Premium Listed, ETL Listed for Damp and Wet Locations
Warranty: 5 Years
Not All Option Combinations Available. Refer to Spec Sheet for Availability.

ITEM: RB4-14L-U-CCTS-WHT

$191.99

$159.99

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Black industrial ufo high bay led light with circular white leds and sturdy metal housing for high bay use

Industrial-style ufo high bay pendant light with black metal frame and curved hanging hook for high bay lighting

Westgate LED High Lumen UFO High Bay, 100W/150W/200W/230W, 5000K CCT 480V

Brand: Westgate Manufacturing
Housing: Aluminum heat sink, outdoor powder coating.
Voltage: 480V
Wattage Selectable: 100/ 150/ 200/ 230W
Lumens:
100W = 16000
150W = 24000
200W = 32000
230W = 36800
CRI: >80
CCT: 5000K
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
5-year warranty

ITEM: UHX-230W-MP-50K-480V

$439.82

$366.52

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White industrial-grade led universal mount wall light with rugged cylindrical design and protective cage for vapor tight use

Industrial-grade white led universal mount work light with ribbed housing and protective cage for mount vapor tight use

LED Universal Mount Vapor Tight Lights, 12W, 900 Lumens, 3000K or 5000K

Brand: Westgate Manufacturing
Wattage: 12
Voltage: 120-277
Lumens: 900
CRI: >80
CCT: 3000K or 5000K
Wall, Ceiling and Pendant mounting included in box
Listing: UL, IP65
7 Year Warranty

ITEM: VTU-12W-30K

$141.64

$118.03

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Black industrial tri proof led high bay fixture with angular design and mounting bracket from citadel series

Tri Proof LED High Bay Fixture, 100W, 13,220 Lumens, 5000K, 120-277V, Standard, High or Extreme Temperature, Citadel Series

Brand: Tactik
Wattage: 100W
Lumens: 13,220 LM
CCT: 5000K
CRI: 90
Voltage: 120-277V
0-10V dimming
Temperature Options:
Standard Temp: -40°F to 130°F
High Temp: -40°F to 195°F
Extreme Temp: -40°F to 245°F
Design extends fixture life by helping prevent build-up of insulating dust and debris and eliminates illumination dead spots
Remote driver minimizes fixture operating temperature without re-gridding required
Ratings: cULus, DLC, IP65, BAA, BABA, American Made
Warranty: 10 Year Warranty

ITEM: CIT-1-100-50-1-2-1-1-1-X-X-1-1-1

$672.28

$560.23

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White rectangular linear high bay led light fixture with sleek modern design and textured diffuser panel

White rectangular linear high bay led grow light with ventilation slots and selectable wattage and cct, 48000 lumen max

Linear High Bay, 48,000 Lumen Max, Wattage and CCT Selectable, 120-347V

Brand: Eiko
Voltage: 120-347V
Wattage Selectable: 320/300/280/260W
CCT Selectable: 4000K/5000K
Lumens: 48000/45,000/42,000/39,000 lm
CRI: 80
Estimated L70: 100,000 Hours
0-10V dimming, dim-to-off
Mounting: Includes V-Hooks & 6.5’ Aircraft cable
Ratings: DLC Premium Listed, UL Listed, ROHS, Damp Location
Warranty: 5 years warranty

ITEM: LH1-PS320-FCCT-H

$287.99

$239.99

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Black dual-row led linear high bay street light with adjustable beam angle and clear protective covers

Black dual-row led linear high bay fixture with adjustable beam angle and central control panel for sensor ready use

LED Linear High Bay, 14,700 Lumen Max, Wattage and CCT Selectable, Adjustable Beam Angle, Sensor Ready, 120-277V

Brand: Westgate Manufacturing
Voltage: 120-277V
Wattage Selectable: 60W/85W/105W
Lumens Selectable: 8400LM/11900LM/14700LM
CCT Selectable: 3000K/4000K/5000K
Dimmable: 1~10V Dimming
CRI: >80
Bug Rate: B4-U3-G2
Rated Life: 50,000 hours
Listings: UL Listed
5-year warranty
Operating Temperature: -4°F ~ 131°F

ITEM: LHCMAX-60-105W-MCTPB-SR-BK

$212.54

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White rectangular led linear high bay grow lights with sleek design and visible mounting hardware on each end

White rectangular led linear high bay grow light with sleek design and mounting bracket for industrial lighting

6PK 1.5FT LED Linear High Bay, 30,500 Lumen Max, Wattage and CCT Selectable, 120-277V or 347-480V

Brand: GKOLED
Voltage: 120-277V or 347-480V
Wattage Selectable: 82W/123W/164W/205W
Lumens: 14,000-30,500
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: GKOMLHG7205W27VDDKWPD-6PK

$720.00

$600.00

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White rectangular led linear high bay grow lights with sleek design and mounting hardware 6pk 1.5ft 24,100 lumen max

White rectangular led linear high bay light with sleek design and mounting bracket 6pk 1.5ft 24,100 lumen selectable wattage

6PK 1.5FT LED Linear High Bay, 24,100 Lumen Max, Wattage and CCT Selectable, 120-277V or 347-480V

Brand: GKOLED
Voltage: 120-277V or 347-480V
Wattage Selectable: 64W/96W/128W/160W
Lumens: 10,600-24,100
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: GKOMLHG7160W27VDDKWPD-6PK

$691.20

$576.00

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White rectangular led compact linear highbay panel light with sleek modern design and selectable wattage and cct

White rectangular led compact linear highbay panel light with sleek modern design 23,736 lumen max wattage selectable

LED Compact Linear Highbay 23,736 Lumen Max, Wattage and CCT Selectable, 120 277V

Brand: Halco
Voltage: 120-277V
Wattage Selectable: 140W/150W/165W
Lumens: 19,859-23,736
CCT Selectable: 4000K / 5000K
CRI: ≥ 80
0-10V Dimming
Chain and v hook mount (standard)
Ratings: DLC Premium Listed, CULUS Listed, ROHS
5 Year Warranty

ITEM: CLHB-2-WS-CS-U

$165.00

$137.50

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White led high bay grow light endeavor 2.0 with three angled panels and central control unit for 120-277v use

Endeavour 2.0 2' High Bay, 8,000-36,000 Lumens, 3000K, 3500K, 4000K, or 5000K, 120-277V

Brand: Industrial Lighting Products
Wattage/Lumens:
53W/8000Lm
84W/12000Lm
104W/15000Lm
133W/18000Lm
163W/24000Lm
213W/30000Lm
248W/36000Lm
Voltage: 120-277V
CCT: 3000K, 3500K, 4000K, 5000K
CRI: 80
Life: 100000 hours
0-10V Dimmable Driver (100%–10%)
Listings: cETLus, DLC Premium, Title 24
Warranty: 5 Years

ITEM: EDV2-8L-U-30

$226.00

$188.33

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White finish foldable 2 foot linear high bay led grow light with two illuminated panels and mounting bracket

White finish foldable 2 foot linear high bay LED light fixture with frosted glass panels and central control button

Foldable 2 Foot Linear High Bay, 23,625 Lumens, 145W/160W/175W Selectable, 5000K, 0-10V Dimmable, 120-277V, White Finish

Brand: LEDone
Finish: White
Wattage Selectable / Lumens:
145W / 19,575Lm
160W / 21,600Lm
175W / 23,625Lm
Voltage: 120-277V
CCT: 5000K
CRI: 80
Operating temperature: -20°C to 40°C, -4°F to 104°F
Mounting Options: Chain and Hook or Pendant Mount
0-10V dimming comes standard. Suitable for use with LED dimmers.
Life: 50,000 hours
Replaces 400W - 600W HID
Listings: UL
5 year warranty

ITEM: LOC-2FTFLHB-MW(145/160/175)50KD

$255.60

$213.00

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Silver metallic linear led high bay fixture 300W 5000K with sleek rectangular design and mounting brackets 2 pack

Linear LED High Bay, 300W, 5000K, 2 Pack

Brand: LEDSION
Wattage: 300
Lumens: 40000
Voltage: 100-277
1-10V Dimming
CCT: 5000K
CRI: >80
Life: 50,000 hours
Length: 35.4"
Width: 15.2"
Listings: UL
5 year warranty

ITEM: LS-LHBV2-300W-50K-2PK

$527.98

$439.99

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Silver finished 2 foot vapor tight fixture led wall mounted with frosted glass diffuser and visible mounting hardware

2 Foot LED Vapor Tight Fixture, 3,500 Lumen Max, Wattage and CCT Selectable, 120-277V

Brand: Westgate Manufacturing
Wattage Selectable: 5W/17W/20W/25W
CCT Selectable: 3500K/4000K/5000K
Lumens: 2100/2380/2800/3500
Voltage: 120-277V
CRI: >80
Life: 50,000 hours
0-10V dimmable
Listings: ETL, IP65, NSF, Wet Locations
5 year warranty

ITEM: LVTE-2FT-15-25W-MCTP

$90.73

$75.61

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Rectangular sleek white 2ft led vaportight high bay light fixture with metallic silver frame and visible mounting hardware

White rectangular 2ft led vaportight high bay light fixture with three bulbs and selectable wattage and cct

2FT LED Vaportight High Bay, 14,327 Lumen Max, Wattage and CCT Selectable, 120-277V

Brand: RAB Lighting
Voltage: 120-277V
Wattage Selectable: 60W/75W/90W
Lumens Selectable: 14,327 LM Max
CRI: 86
CCT: 3500K/4000K/5000K
Calculated L70 >100,000 hrs
Maximum Ambient Temperature: -40˚C - 131˚F
0-10V dimming, standard
Warranty: 5-Year
Ratings: UL Listed, DLC Premium Listed, IP67 Rating, NSF

ITEM: WHALE2

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White elongated 8ft ultraled vapor tight fluorescent light fixture with metallic brackets and selectable vapor tight features

8FT UltraLED™ Vapor Tight, 12,960 Lumen Max, Wattage and CCT Selectable, 120-347V

Brand: Sylvania Lighting
Voltage: 120-347V
Wattage Selectable: 70/80/90W
Lumens Selectable: 10,080/11,520/12,960LM
CCT: 3500K/4000K/5000K
CRI: >80
0-10 V Dimming
Lifespan: 100,000 Hours
Operating Temperature: -40°F to 122°F (-40°C to 50°C)
Listings: UL Listed, ETL Listed, DLC Listed, ROHS
5 year warranty

ITEM: VAPOR3AS090UNHD8SC796GR

$359.99

$299.99

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Dark bronze square steel light post base with anchor bolt and reflective surface for 25 foot steel light pole

Black metal post base of dark bronze 25 foot square steel light pole secured with silver anchor bolt and hexagonal nuts

Quick Ship - 25 Foot Square Steel Light Pole, 4 Inch Wide, 7 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 7 gauge commercial grade steel with minimum yield strength of 50,000 psi. Pole height is 25 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-SSP25-4-7-DBZ

$1,852.00

$1,543.33

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

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

4FT VAPOR TIGHT SELECTABLE 20/28/35W 35/40/50K IP66 NSF

Brand: Westgate Manufacturing
Wattage Selectable / Lumens:
20W / 2800LM
28W / 3920LM
35W / 4900LM
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-20-35W-MCTP

$112.55

$93.79

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Brown rectangular led flood light with two rows of bright white leds featuring type iii optic and selectable wattage

LED High Lumen Flood Light, 43,500 Lumen Max, Wattage Selectable, 4000K or 5000K, Type III Optic, 120-277V

Brand: Westgate Manufacturing
Wattage Selectable: 150W/200W/240W/300W
Voltage: 120-277
CRI: >82
Lumens: 23500-44000
CCT: 4000K or 5000K
Life: 70,000 hours
0-10V Dimmable
Listings: IP65, UL, Wet Locations
7 year warranty

ITEM: LFX-XL-150-300W-40K-SC

$381.64

$318.03

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Black rectangular led roadway light bar with multiple bright white leds and a sleek modern design in black finish

Modern black led roadway lights with sleek design along tree-lined pathway under bright sun for area lighting

LED Area/Roadway Light, 11,250 Lumen Max, Wattage and CCT Selectable, Type V, 120-277V, Bronze or Black Finish

Brand: Westgate Manufacturing
Wattage Selectable: 25W/50W/75W
Lumens Selectable: 3750LM/7500LM/11250LM
CCT Selectable: 3000K/4000K/5000K
Voltage: 120-277V
CRI: >70
Dimmable: 0~10V Dimming
Lifespan: 70000 Hrs.
Operating Temperature: -40°F~104°F
Listings: UL Listed, DLC Premium Listed, Wet Location
7 year warranty
Pole Not Included

ITEM: LFXU-25-75W-MCTP-PSR

$361.63

$301.36

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15 ft 4 Inch Square Area Lighting Pole With Quad Head LED 150W Slim Line Fixture (400W+ MH or HID Equivalent), Pole Arm Mount

Lighting Head Spec
Brand: WareLight Select
Wattage: (4) 150W LED comparable to a (400+ Watt Metal Halide or HID)
Lumens: 19,800
CCT: 5000K
Voltage: 120-277 (call for 480V availability)
LPW: 132 lp/w
CRI: >80
Dimmable: 1-10V
Optic: Type 3
Mounting: 6 inch Pole Arm
Dimensions: 18.78" L x 13.11" W x 3.46" H
Listings: DLC, cULus, IP65
5 year warranty
Pole Spec
15 Foot Tall, 4 inch square, 11 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: 15-4-4X-PLF-150W-50K-T3-B-APM-MV-G3

$1,867.65

$1,556.38

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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), and Bullhorn with 3 Tenons

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: 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
Tenon top with 4" x 2-3/8 tenon
3 Place Bullhorn included

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

$2,836.66

$2,363.89

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Gray led street roadway light with sleek design and bright white led grid array 14500 lumen wattage selectable

Gray led street roadway light with rectangular housing and bright white leds grid 14500 lumen wattage selectable

LED Street/Roadway Lights, 14500 Lumen Max, Wattage Selectable, 3000K or 5000K, 120-277V

Brand: Westgate Manufacturing
Wattage Selectable: 30W/50W/80W/100W
Lumens: 4350LM/7250LM/11600LM/14500LM
CCT : 3000K or 5000K
Voltage: 120-277V
Lens Type: Optical TYPE III Lens
CRI: 70
Rated Life: 70,000 hrs
Dimming: 0-10 Dimming
Working Temperature: 104°F
BUG: B3-U0-G2
Ratings: UL Listed, Wet Location, IP65
Warranty: 7 years warranty

ITEM: STL4-30-100W-30K

$399.82

$333.18

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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.