Replacement fencing suggestions

Ellen K. Osinski (eko@hpbs1195.boi.hp.com)
Mon, 2 Dec 96 14:07:15 MST

I need to replace the barbed wire (Yuck) pasture perimeter fencing and
am requesting suggestions for fencing alternatives.

The requirements for the replacement fencing are:
- low cost
- easily installed by one person (me) without additional tools such as
a tractor with a PTO auger. I have only hand tools, a chain, and a truck
at my disposal.
- horse safe

I have to fence the perimeter of 5.5 acres.

I am contemplating the rubber strip stuff made from recycled tires (I
do not even know the name of it). But I don't know its cost nor where to
buy it. Has anyone used this stuff? Does anyone
have any comment, good or bad, about it? Has anyone used it with babies?
Although my horses are adults, I am planning on breeding my mare in a few
years and would like to have baby-safe fencing.

Thanks in advance.
Ellen Osinski
Boise Idaho
eko@boi.hp.com