Category Archives: Horse Riding Arena
When a Gift Keeps on Giving
Posted by polebarnguru on 22/07/12 @ 8:00
When a Gift Keeps on Giving In our last thrilling installment, our client’s builder was looking at a pile of kindling left after a Christmas Eve windstorm collapsed an under construction 80 foot x 240 foot riding arena. In this instance, our client’s Christmas morning surprise, was a gift to be repeated. Original building erector […]
Read moreChristmas Morning 2017
Posted by polebarnguru on 22/07/07 @ 8:00
Christmas Morning 2017 Christmas morning is traditionally when youngsters awaken their parent far too early – too see what surprises Santa has left them overnight. On occasion there are surprises for adults as well – some of them not always as desired. Below pictured are beginnings of an 80 foot wide clearspan by 240 foot […]
Read moreA Basement Foundation, Vapor Barrier for Arena, and a Hansen Kit
Posted by polebarnguru on 21/12/15 @ 8:00
This Wednesday the Pole Barn Guru answers reader questions about building a post frame building on a basement foundation, insulation vs a reflective radiant barrier, and a question about what is include in a Hansen Building kit. DEAR POLE BARN GURU: Is it possible to erect one of the pole barn kits on a basement […]
Read more- Categories: Ventilation, Concrete, Lumber, Footings, Pole Barn Questions, Pole Barn Design, Professional Engineer, Roofing Materials, Horse Riding Arena, Pole Barn Planning, Pole Barn Heating
- Tags: Engineer Sealed Plans, Vapor Barrier, Reflective Radiant Barrier, Sealed Plans, Materials Kit, Wet Set Brackets, Post Frame Basement, Basement Foundation, Insulation
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Roof Insulation, a Riding Arena, and Closure Strips
Posted by polebarnguru on 21/11/24 @ 8:00
Today’s Pole Barn Guru answers reader questions about insulating a roof to keep exposed trusses, the size limits for and equestrian riding arena, and whether or not to use closure strips between the gable (rake) trim and siding. DEAR POLE BARN GURU: I have a 30×40 post frame building with cathedral style trusses. I really […]
Read more- Categories: Pole Barn Questions, Pole Barn Design, Horse Riding Arena, Roofing Materials, Pole Building How To Guides, Pole Barn Planning, Trusses, Ventilation, Insulation
- Tags: Closure Strips, Horse Arena, Moisture Barrier, Riding Arena, Truss Span, Spray Foam, Roof Insulation, Ventilation
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Choosing a Horse Riding Arena Structural System
Posted by polebarnguru on 21/01/27 @ 8:00
Having a horse (or horses) in many parts of America means you will spend a great deal of time riding in inclement weather, or enjoying your horse tucked away safely in a stall. First one isn’t much fun for riders, second doesn’t get any riding done at all. Reader (and new blog subscriber) DEBBIE in […]
Read more- Categories: Footings, Professional Engineer, Horse Riding Arena, Pole Barn Questions, About The Pole Barn Guru, Roofing Materials, Pole Barn Planning, Pole Barn Structure
- Tags: Pole Barn Horse Arena, PEMB, Horse Arena, Wind Shelter, Pole Barn Arena, Fabric Roof Arena, Wood Kick Walls, Polycarbonate Eavelights, Indoor Riding Arena
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A Future House, Eave Height, and Pricing for Horse Arena
Posted by polebarnguru on 20/09/28 @ 8:00
This Monday the Pole Barn Guru answers reader questions about an ideal pole barn to convert into a house, the height of the exterior wall with an 11′ interior ceiling height, how clear span affects the costs of a horse arena. DEAR POLE BARN GURU: Good Morning, We just put in an offer on land in […]
Read moreEave Height, Gambrel Size, and To Tie New to Old Building
Posted by polebarnguru on 19/04/29 @ 8:00
Today the Pole Barn Guru discusses eave height, the size of a gambrel building and advice how to tie new building to existing structure. DEAR POLE BARN GURU: When you refer to height are you measuring to the peak or sidewall? This pole barn will be used as an indoor (uninsulated) riding arena with some […]
Read moreThe “Best Price,” Increase Height? and the Hansen Buildings Way
Posted by polebarnguru on 19/03/04 @ 8:00
Today’s Pole barn Guru answers questions about price and value, increasing ceiling height of a building, and if Hansen “builds” these structures. DEAR POLE BARN GURU: What is the best price I can get for a riding arena 60 by 130 ft? MICHELLE in FREDERICK DEAR MICHELLE: Free. Just place four immovable items at each […]
Read moreHorse Barn Trusses, A Pole Barn Face lift, and Double Trusses
Posted by polebarnguru on 18/12/31 @ 8:00
Today the Pole Barn Guru answers questions about custom trusses for a horse barn, a face lift for a pole barn and where to use double trusses. DEAR POLE BARN GURU: Hi, I am looking to build a horse barn next spring, and had a question on the trusses that you offer. The barn will […]
Read morePlanning Your Equestrian Riding Arena
Posted by polebarnguru on 18/09/25 @ 8:00
Planning Your Equestrian Facility Those of you loyal readers who actually read links in this article are going to see our daughter Bailey Momb’s name frequently. 2018 Tennessee Walking Horse Celebration made for me being a proud dad with Bailey riding to a World Grand Championship (link has results): https://twhnc.com/content/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/RESULTS-TUESDAY-EVENING-8-28-18.pdf. Moving forward, reader […]
Read moreAlmost Round Pen
Posted by polebarnguru on 18/07/25 @ 8:00
Almost Round Pen Our eldest daughter Bailey, as a professional horse trainer, has spent a great deal of her life with horses in round pens. Generally round pens are unprotected in the great outdoors, leading to them not being able to be used in inclement weather. Personally, experience has shown it is far more economical […]
Read moreCovered Arena, Nail Numbers, and Clear Spans!
Posted by polebarnguru on 18/02/26 @ 8:00
DEAR POLE BARN GURU: My daughter has taken up roping, and I would like to build a covered arena so she can practice year round. Note I said covered, not enclosed. I am not sure I can afford an enclosed arena, but can a covered arena. My question is, what size should this be? I […]
Read more- Categories: Pole Barn Design, Trusses, Sheds, Horse Riding Arena
- Tags: Nail Quantity, Nails, Clear Span Pole Barn, Clear Span, Arena, Covered Arena
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Glu-Lam Solution, Building Hawaii? and Riding Arenas
Posted by polebarnguru on 18/02/12 @ 8:00
A Glu-Lam Solution? Buildings in Hawaii? and Riding Arenas DEAR POLE BARN GURU: Hi, I’ve come across your site many times in search for what I’m looking for in a building. One of the things I’m finding difficult is higher pitch, even just 6/12, that is wood based, without web (open), with a fairly wide […]
Read moreRoping Arenas
Posted by polebarnguru on 18/01/12 @ 8:00
For whatever the reason it seems there has been an influx of inquiries recently for arenas to practice roping in. For those who are less familiar with roping, according to the sum of all human knowledge, Wikipedia, “Team roping also known as heading and heeling is a rodeo event that features a steer (typically a Corriente) and two mounted riders. […]
Read more- Categories: Pole Barn Design, Pole Barn Planning, Horse Riding Arena
- Tags: Arenas To Rope In, Calf Roping, Horse Arenas
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What Classification is a Horse Riding Arena?
Posted by polebarnguru on 17/08/09 @ 1:20
True horse riding arenas are big buildings. Even a relatively small one at 60 foot wide by 120 feet long is a big building – 7200 square feet. Add on a decent width (12 foot as a minimum) aisleway and (10) 12 foot square spaces for stalls, wash racks, tack and/or feed rooms and we […]
Read more- Categories: Horse Riding Arena, Pole Barn Questions, Building Department
- Tags: Code, Horse, Arena, Riding Arena, Building Classification
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Best Agricultural Building Supply Company
Posted by polebarnguru on 17/07/25 @ 8:00
Best Agricultural Building Supply Company – Midwest USA The awards just keep rolling in as Hansen Pole Buildings has been named the Best Agricultural Building Supply Company in the Midwest USA by Build-News! Now we would like to believe we do a pretty fair job at providing “The Ultimate Post Frame Building Experience™” to our […]
Read moreMaking Your Own Glulam Columns
Posted by polebarnguru on 17/01/18 @ 8:00
Should I Make my Own Glulam Columns? I’ve been internet chattering back and forth with a gentleman named Chris, who is probably never going to order a Hansen Pole Building, but it is okay – we have thousands of clients a year who are knocking at our doors (figuratively) ready to place their orders. Total […]
Read moreArenas for Therapeutic Riding
Posted by polebarnguru on 16/10/18 @ 8:00
Content in part from an October 13, 2016 article by Matt Vergara which appeared at www.krem.com. “RATHDRUM, Idaho – A new therapy center in Rathdrum is helping students with disabilities through horseback riding. Organizers with the Running W. Therapeutic Riding Center said Thursday they are looking for more support. This non-profit is all about offering […]
Read more6 Things to Consider When Building a Covered Riding Arena
Posted by polebarnguru on 16/09/14 @ 8:26
You’ve been dreaming of adding a covered riding arena to your property. Maybe you teach riding lessons and need a better space to work with your students. Or maybe you just want somewhere you can ride when the weather’s less than ideal. Whatever the case, you’re itching to start building! Choosing a horse arena kit […]
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