I first experienced Shelton gravel bander over 25years ago so was fully aware of what could be achieved when used on an underperforming primary drainage. The Manawatu Athletic Track was one such situation with surface water unable to penetrate the 100mm of topsoil to reach the system below.
Sportsturf Renovators undertook the project with Gravel bands at metre centers connecting down to the pea metal below and then topped with 25mm of turf sand to the surface.
Field surface disruption was minimal, the project was well managed and proved very cost effective.
The success won’t be fully measured until the middle of next winter, but football is excited about better utilisation of the facility, with the possibility of a full season training and matches under floodlights without weather disruptions
Gary Mack
Grounds Manager - Massey University