Electric Fence Post | Tread-in Post | 34 inch | Pigtail | Patriot

Setting up a temporary paddock or rotating your grazing system shouldn't take all day. Patriot's 34-inch pigtail tread-in post snaps into the ground with a single step, holds your poliwire or polytape securely in the pigtail loop, and comes back out just as easily when it's time to move. Built from tough steel with UV-resistant coloring, these posts are designed to handle the demands of Canadian farm life season after season.

Key Features

• Durable Steel Construction – Crafted from tough, long-lasting steel for reliable strength and support; built to endure repeated use in demanding farm environments
• Secure Pigtail Insulated Top – Designed to hold poliwire, polirope, or up to 1/2" politape securely in place, minimizing slippage and maximizing containment
• Easy Step-In Design with Large Footplate – Wide footplate offers stable ground anchoring for effortless installation and removal — no tools required
• UV-Resistant High-Visibility Color – Bright UV-resistant coloring ensures posts remain visible in any terrain, preventing accidental contact and keeping livestock aware
• 34-Inch Height – Ideal post height for cattle, sheep, goats, and temporary horse paddocks; provides effective barrier height for most livestock applications
• Lightweight & Portable – Easy to carry, bundle, and transport between paddocks for rotational grazing and temporary fencing setups

Product Specifications

• Height: 34 inches (86 cm)
• Material: Steel with UV-resistant coating
• Top Style: Pigtail insulated loop
• Compatible Wire: Poliwire, polirope, politape up to 1/2"
• Installation: Step-in with large footplate — no tools required
• SKU: FENELESTAXPIG

Ideal For

Temporary electric fencing, rotational grazing systems, paddock divisions, cattle containment, horse paddocks, sheep and goat enclosures, and garden protection.

Frequently Asked Questions

What wire types are compatible with this post?
This pigtail post is compatible with poliwire, polirope, and politape up to 1/2" wide. For wider polytape (e.g. 1.5"), use a standard polytape insulator clip instead.

Is this post suitable for horses?
Yes, for temporary paddocks and rotational grazing. For permanent horse fencing, a more rigid post system is recommended. The bright UV-resistant color helps horses see the fence line clearly.

How deep does the post go into the ground?
Approximately 8–10 inches of the post penetrates the ground when fully stepped in, leaving roughly 24–26 inches of effective fence height above ground.

Can these be used in hard or frozen ground?
In very hard or frozen ground, a pilot hole tool or post driver may be needed. These posts are designed for standard soil conditions.

How many posts do I need per roll of poliwire?
For a standard temporary fence, posts are typically spaced 10–15 feet apart. For a 660ft roll of poliwire, you’d need approximately 44–66 posts. For a 1320ft roll, approximately 88–132 posts.