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I think sand is better. Because you can always add organic material to sand to make it hold moisture and be more fertile. Thick clay needs to be broken up by the addition of something, like sand, to make it more porous and free draining this is harder to do than to add organic material to sand.

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Q: Which soil type is better thick gooey clay or sand and why?
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