Can I install EquiSol myself?
Yes. If your posts are in, you’re ready to go. You’ll only need a cordless drill and scissors — no specialised tensioning tools and no brute strength required.
What do I need to get started?
You’ll need your posts or Y-posts installed, plus the EquiSol components (tape, insulators, gates as needed) and a power source to electrify the fence. If you’re not sure what to order, we can recommend the right setup and quantities.
Crimping tool (optional): When you electrify your fence, a crimping tool is useful for crimping the ends of the soft cable so your connections are tidy and reliable. Some people do go without and use alternative connectors (like crocodile clips), but crimping is the neatest long-term option. We stock the tool and can advise if you’ll need one for your setup.
Does it need to be electrified (“hot”)?
Yes — EquiSol carries excellent conductivity. When it’s hot, horses respect the fence, which helps prevent leaning, rubbing, and sagging over time.
My horse walks through narrow tape — will EquiSol work better?
Our 40mm tape is highly visible and, with 12 stainless steel wires, holds strong conductivity when electrified. We often hear it’s the first tape system that has reliably kept some horses contained — the key is keeping it hot so horses respect it.
Can I use EquiSol on my existing posts?
Yes. Many people use EquiSol on existing wooden posts, and it’s also compatible with Y-posts using our locking insulators.
Can I use EquiSol with steel posts / Y-posts?
Yes. We have locking insulators designed for Y-posts that lock the tape in place the same way as our standard insulators. We also have matching caps available depending on the posts you’re using.
How do the tape gates work?
Our gates are made from the same tape — you add a handle and connect to a gate latch. They’re simple to use and quick to hook back when you’re moving through with a horse.
What if a horse hits the fence?
EquiSol is designed with safety in mind, with a system that can give under pressure. In many cases, the fence line stays up and it’s a simple fix (for example, re-threading or using a tape joiner).
Can I use EquiSol on boundary wire or existing netting?
Yes — outriggers are a great option when boundary wire, sheep netting, or deer fencing needs to stay. They help keep the tape (and horses) off the existing fence line without needing a full second fence line.
How do I place an order?
Use our enquiry form, or call/email us. If you can tell us your rough metres or number of posts, how many tape lines you want to run, and where you’d like gates, we’ll work out the components you need and send a quote.
When is payment required?
Payment is required before goods are shipped.
What are the payment options?
We accept cash, credit cards, afterpay, direct debit, or internet banking.
Is there a guarantee on the tape?
Yes — our tape is guaranteed for 1 year, provided it has been installed to our specifications.
