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Selecting Durable Fence Posts and Efficient Reels

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What happens here

To effectively manage temporary pastures, selecting the right fence posts is crucial. The video contrasts two types: standard step-in posts often found at big box stores and higher-quality Strainrite step-in posts. The standard posts are shown to be prone to breaking at stress points after only a couple of years, whereas the Strainrite posts are flexible and durable, designed to last much longer without degradation. For maximum efficiency, utilize a geared reel for polybraid wire. This reel makes winding and unwinding the polybraid quick and easy, locking securely for transport on an ATV.

Goal: Choose long-lasting fence posts and a convenient reel for electric fence setup.

Tools and materials

  • Geared Reel Strainrite — Efficiently winding and unwinding polybraid electric fence wire
  • Polybraid Wire Strainrite — The conductive wire for the electric fence
  • Step-in Fence Post — Creating the vertical supports for the electric fence. Shown to be fragile
  • Strainrite Step-in Fence Post Strainrite — Durable vertical supports for the electric fence