You have probably experienced this situation before. You’re on your tractor or riding mower and you need to access another area behind a fence. So, you need to get off and open it, find something to hold it open, move forward, and then close it behind you. In the meantime, you need to restart your vehicle’s engine several times, as you address what’s inside the fence and head back out.
There has to be a better method
Every time you do this you think, “There has to be a simpler type of gate opener.” The answer is, “there is.” One is an automatic model you open with a remote. However, that could be outside of your budget. The other solution is to install a gate you can open with help from your tractor or riding mower. This is called a bump gate. These are sold at numerous locations like Bump n’ Drive.
How do bump gates work?
The gate comes with a PVC-sleeved bump arm adjustable to the height of your vehicle’s front end. Once properly set, all you need to do is gently push on the bar to open the gate. Continue through without stopping until the gate is fully open. Per your settings, the gate stays open for several seconds before it closes. As soon as you’re done with the task at hand you push the gate open in the opposite direction to get out.
The benefits of bump gates
Efficiency is the primary benefit. Because you don’t have to get out of the vehicle, your tasks are quickly completed without damaging your engine or the fence. Safety is another plus. There is always a risk of the vehicle moving forward while you try to open the gate. This version of gate opener keeps you secure in the driving cabin.
How do I go about getting a bump gate?
Speak to a local vendor to start you off on this process. They’ll measure the area where the gate is needed and provide an estimate for consideration. For safety and efficiency, the bump gate is your new friend.