As you know, we here at Goats On The Go® have a mantra that steers our recommendations for portable electric netting: “short, simple, and light.”
That has led us to recommending Premier 1 Supplies’ Electronet 9/35/12 almost universally. However, Premier may have come up with an upgrade that is actually an upgrade with its new “Pro” version of that same fence. Rather than adding extra spikes, thicker posts, and other gadgets to the new model, this version focuses on improving the conductive strands, braiding the tiny metal filaments together with the nylon instead of twisting them.
Premier says this process puts more of the conductive filaments on the exterior of the strands, resulting in better animal contact. Braiding also makes the strands less “snaggy,” so we’re hoping there will be less breakage of the metal filaments over time. Broken filaments interfere with the passage of electricity down the fence, and those tiny wires protrude like needles when they are broken, just waiting to stick your hand. We could all do with less of those. Anyone out there know what I mean? Can I get an “Amen”?
The downside to the Pro fence is the cost — $210 per roll versus $135 per roll for the standard version. Fortunately, we’ve worked with Premier to make the new version eligible for the Goats On The Go® discount. It should cost you $178.50 per roll.
Is it worth it? Time will tell. We’d love to hear your reviews at the Goats On The Go® Annual Training and Conference in March!