Arena base construction

Thinking about spreading gravel (with tractor blade) and rolling base myself. Where can I find out about how much water to add before rolling. Should all gravel be spread, then watered, then rolled OR do in 2" layers OR what? Any tips for watering and rolling?

Plan to use mixture of sand and rubber for surface. Spread with Bob Cat and spreader bar, thoughts??

Any experience with a project of this sort? I welcome all input, particularly from those experienced with arena or road building.

Thanks

I'm a bit confused here. You say NO stone in the base. Does that mean NO gravel? If it does rule out gravel, what do you recommend as the base material? Should all of the base material be spread, then watered and compacted? OR Spread a layer, water and compact, then do the same with the following layers?? What are the guidelines for adding water? Thanks for your input!

JW

I spent a number of years managing hunter-jumper barns, and found that plain sand is just too soft, doesn't "hold" the horse's foot an give good traction.

Is this for jumping, or dressage or Western equitation, or both? If you're gonna be jumping you definitely need more than 2" over the gravel, for cushioning, and to keep from getting holes right to the gravel.

Looking for tips on how to construct base - spreading, watering, and compacting gravel base.

Thanks again!